Gene Doyle Memorial

Dates: Apr 23, 2010 to Apr 25, 2010

Location: Naples, FL

Contact: Denise Steffens

(239) 564-8215

www.genedoyle.org

The 13th Annual Gene Doyle Backcountry Release Fishing Tournament was held April 23-25, 2010.  This catch-and-release tournament is held annually to raise money for the Gene Doyle Adventure Scholarship. 

The Gene Doyle Fishing Tournament is a backcountry catch and release tournament targeting Snook, Redfish (Red Drum) and Trout (Spotted Sea Trout). Trophies are awarded for Grand Champion (greatest number of points) Largest Snook, Largest Redfish and Largest Trout in each of four divisions. Trophies are also awarded for the Tournament’s Most Unusual Catch, Best Photograph, Top Female Angler and Trash Can Slam.  Anglers compete for 21 top prizes, including the Grand Champion honors.  At right, Gene Doyle Memorial Anglers catch and release a nice snook.

Each year, the Gene Doyle Memorial Foundation awards three Gene Doyle Adventure Scholarships, which help deserving Collier County, Florida students undertake the adventures of their dreams.  Adventure Scholarships are supported by proceeds from the annual Gene Doyle Backcountry Catch and Release Fishing Tournament.  

The 2010 Gene Doyle Grand Champion and automatic qualifier for the 2011 Inshore World Championship is Troy Pruitt.