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Mississippi River Monsters MegaBucs Pro Series Tournament breaks records with $200,000 payout

by SeaArk Boats 30 Jul 2024 11:40 PDT
Mississippi River Monsters MegaBucs Pro Series Tournament breaks records with $200,000 payout © SeaArk Boats

The Mississippi River Monsters MegaBucs Pro Series Tournament has made history this year with an unprecedented payout of $200,000 awarded to the top ten finishing teams, solidifying its status as a landmark event in the catfish industry. The first-place team received an impressive $100,000.

SeaArk Boats is proud to be a title sponsor of this significant tournament, showcasing our commitment to supporting the growth of the catfish tournament community. We extend our congratulations to all the teams that participated!

Special recognition goes to SeaArk's Pro Staffers Jason and Daryl Masingale and team member David Coughlin, who claimed 1st place with a remarkable catch weighing 115.85 lbs. Additionally, SeaArk Pro Staffer Doug Rice, SeaArk Boats President Steve Henderson, and team member Adam Long secured 6th place, earning $6,500.

"We are honored to be part of such a successful event, and are extremely proud of our SeaArk team members for their outstanding performance," said Alex Nagy, Special Events Coordinator at SeaArk Boats. "This tournament highlights the passion and drive within the catfish community, and we look forward to continuing our support in the future."

Thank you to all who contributed to making this event a success in catfish tournament history. We look forward to many more tournaments and continued growth within the industry for years to come.

For more information about SeaArk Boats and upcoming events, visit seaarkboats.com.

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