Dear Tournament Sponsor,

This year’s 2nd Annual James Madison University Rockfish Shootout was a huge success and we couldn’t have pulled it off without the support of sponsors such as you! The tournament raised $5,250 for the Hampton Roads Duke Club, a regional chapter of the James Madison University Duke Club. The Duke Club is the fundraising arm for James Madison University Athletics. Through its annual fund drive, the Duke Club raises unrestricted contributions in support of student-athlete scholarships and the athletic budget. Thanks to you, this event has tremendous momentum and will grow for years to come!

This year’s tournament December 4th @ Chick’s Oyster Bar / Marina had 125 participants and 19 boats. With the forecast changing numerous times through the week leading up to the event, we were truly blessed with ideal rockfishing conditions and sunshine. There was plenty of excitement at the weigh station with loads of 30 lb + fish and a few 40 lb class studs! The competition on the water was stiff that day, with some rougher conditions early, & many of the contestants focused their efforts on live baiting in the vicinity of the High Rise Bridge of the Eastern Shore.

The quality of fish & camaraderie of the teams made the atmosphere on the docks a site to behold with all the passing boat traffic. The awards ceremony / banquet featured a fresh caught rockfish dinner & BBQ with over 25 exciting silent auction items donated by JMU & local businesses including JMU athletics memorabilia & sporting event tickets, TV’s, mountain bikes, & custom JMU fishing rods. Each team was given a commemorative "captain’s bucket" loaded with goodies including our popular tournament t-shirt, sticker(s), sponsor gifts, and tournament booklet. It was a huge hit!

Just as quickly as this year’s tournament has come and gone, before we know it next year’s event will be knocking on our door. We hope that your organization appreciates the demographic that you touch at this prestigious event! We ask of you to join Norfolk Marine in your commitment for our 3rd Annual event next December, and in the meantime, Happy Holidays! If there is anything we can ever do for you, please don’t hesitate to get in touch with us.

Sincerely,