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KWLA TOURNAMENT
JUNE 5TH-6TH, 2026
The Keli Wagner Lady Angler (KWLA) Tournament is one of the largest ladies-only events in the world. The one-day billfish release tournament set the stage in 2023 with a RECORD BREAKING 266 boats & $396,750 PURSE! Join us for the 27th Annual event, more details coming soon!
2025 KWLA WINNINGS
KWLA AVAILABILITY
Looking to join a team, charter a boat or find interested anglers? Get your team listed or search for a team on our Availability page. We update daily as requests are received!
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2026 SCHEDULE
FRIDAY, JUNE 5TH, 2026
6:00 PM – 9:00 PM, LADY ANGLER EVENT
Best Dressed Contest l Food, Drinks and DJ at Crystal Coast Civic Center
SATURDAY, JUNE 6TH, 2026
8:00 AM – 2:00 PM, KWLA TOURNAMENT
LIVE weigh-in coverage starting at 2:00 PM, Big Rock Landing
COMMUNITY
The Keli Wagner Lady Angler Tournament is named in honor of the late wife of Big Rock board member, Casey Wagner, who lost her battle with cancer in 2008. Keli was enthusiastic about the success of this tournament and she played a vital role in having the proceeds donated to the cancer clinic. In 2025, the KWLA tournament donated $25,000 towards the improvement of patient comfort & care.
