Everything You Need to Know
Tournament Info
September 26th, 2026 · Ocean Springs, Mississippi
Date
September 26th, 2026
Mark Your Calendar!
Location
Funky Monkey Bait Shop
Ocean Springs, Mississippi
Format
Multi-Division
Women's & Youth Divisions
Event Overview
The First-Ever
Reel Her In Tournament
Reel Her In is the first women's fishing tournament of its kind on the Mississippi Gulf Coast a full-day competition celebrating female anglers in an environment built specifically for them.
Competitors will fish the Gulf Coast waters across multiple species divisions, with weigh-ins, awards, and a celebration of everything that makes women's fishing culture so special.
As an official Shoreline Collective event in partnership with CCA Mississippi, every angler who participates is part of something bigger a movement to grow women's fishing on the Gulf Coast for generations to come.
🕐 Event Schedule
Check-In & Registration
Location: Funky Monkey Bait Shop
Tournament Kickoff
Lines in the water!
Weigh-In
Official weigh-in at tournament HQ
Awards Ceremony
Champion titles, prizes & celebration
Full schedule will be posted as the event approaches. Check back for updates!
Event Day Fun
Entertainment Schedule
Between fishing and the awards ceremony, join us for a full lineup of entertainment, panels, and activities.
Official Tournament Weigh-Ins
Join us at The Funky Monkey in Ocean Springs as Reel Her In anglers bring in their catches for the official weigh-ins! Follow the leaderboard, cheer on the competitors, and enjoy vendors, entertainment, food, and family-friendly activities throughout the afternoon.
Women on the Water Panel
Join us on The Bayou’s back deck for a live panel hosted by Rachel Kelley, featuring women working in Gulf Coast fisheries, marine research, conservation, and education. Hear their stories, learn about careers and opportunities on the water, get updates about our Gulf, and join the conversation during an audience Q&A. Everyone is welcome!
Reel Her In Awards Ceremony
Join us at The Bayou’s back-deck stage as we celebrate our anglers and announce the official Reel Her In winners! Awards, payouts, prizes, and tournament titles will be presented during the ceremony. Everyone is welcome to cheer on the women and girls who competed!
Reel Her In After-Party
Keep the celebration going on The Bayou’s back deck with a live female DJ, music, dancing, and ladies’ night specials! Everyone is welcome to join us after the awards and celebrate an incredible day of fishing, fun, and women on the water.
Reel Her In Captain’s Party
Kick off Reel Her In with us on The Bayou’s back deck! Meet fellow anglers, review important tournament information, ask last-minute questions, and get ready for a full day of fishing.
Location Details
Funky Monkey Bait Shop
Funky Monkey Bait Shop
Ocean Springs, Mississippi
Full address and parking details coming soon
Nestled on the Gulf Coast, Funky Monkey Bait Shop is the perfect home base for tournament HQ. Directions, parking information, and an event day layout will be published ahead of the tournament date.
FAQ
Common Questions
Reel Her In is open to all women anglers for the Women's Division. The Junior Miss Reel Her In division is open to youth competitors. All skill levels are welcome!
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