In case of a tie, contestants may split the winnings or determine the winning position by a coin toss. Fishing is not allowed within 50 yards of another tournament member, which was anchored first. Boat is considered anchored only if it is tied to something or has an anchor with a rope hanging over the side with the trolling motor out of the water. Contestants must not depart the boat to land fish. Any participant cited during the tournament hours for a violation of state, marine, or fishing laws will be disqualified.
All decisions are final and binding.
There will be no live bonus points given. All stringed or mangled fish will be rejected from team's catch. All boats and live wells must be checked before start of Tournament. At least one member from each team must attend the meeting. Only artificial lures, with the exception of port trailers, will be permitted.