December 3, 2022
December 3, 2022: The Triple Sailfish Day for Dirty Boat 2.0
December 3rd, 2022 wasn’t just another tournament day—it was a statement. Team Dirty Boat 2.0 put on a clinic in tournament fishing, releasing three Sailfish and proving we had the depth to compete at the highest level.
The Timeline of Excellence
11:10 AM: Jose Boza Starts the Party
The first hookup came just after 11 AM. Jose Boza, one of our most consistent anglers, connected with a Sailfish that would set the tone for the day. Perfect circle hook placement, steady pressure, clean release—100 points on the board.
1:01 PM: John McConnell Joins the Action
Just two hours later, John McConnell added his name to the scoresheet. Another Sailfish, another perfect release. The team was firing on all cylinders—200 points total.
3:12 PM: McConnell Does It Again
As the afternoon wore on, John McConnell proved why he’s one of our go-to anglers. His second Sailfish release of the day brought our total to 300 points—a tournament-leading performance.
What Made This Day Special
1. Angler Depth
Having multiple anglers catch fish isn’t luck—it’s preparation. We develop all our anglers to tournament standards:
- Circle hook mastery: Every angler knows the technique
- Fighting chair fundamentals: Proper body mechanics for big fish
- Tournament mindset: Staying calm under pressure
2. Boat Management
Captain Kit Carson’s decisions were flawless:
- Spot selection: Right place, right time
- Bait management: Fresh pilchards all day
- Fleet positioning: Away from the crowds, on the fish
3. Crew Execution
Mate Chad Pruitt worked the deck like a conductor:
- Quick bait changes: Under 30 seconds
- Clean line management: No tangles, ever
- Perfect releases: Every fish swam away strong
The Bigger Picture
This triple-Sailfish day was part of our larger 2022 IST strategy:
- Day 1: Establish presence
- Day 2 (Dec 3): Dominate with multiple catches
- Day 3 (Dec 4): Add bonus species (7.5lb Dolphin)
The result? A 300-point tournament performance that announced Dirty Boat 2.0 as a serious contender.
From Tournament to Your Charter
The same skills that produced three Sailfish in one day are what you get when you charter Dirty Boat 2.0:
- Multiple angler capability: We can develop any skill level
- Strategic fishing: We don’t just drift—we hunt
- Professional crew: Tournament-tested expertise
Want to experience tournament-level fishing? Book Dirty Boat 2.0 and fish with the team that put up 300 points in the Islamorada Sailfish Tournament.