www.oceancrestpier.net Backend en-us www.oceancrestpier.net/modules.php?name=News&file=article&sid=47 The third annual "Queens of Kings" ended in fine fashion Sunday July 25th with a few late minute changes. 38 lady anglers were vying for the top spots as they begin their week-end efforts here at Ocean Crest. With questional weather forecasts, west winds and air and humidity both pushing the century mark, the ladies not only showcased their desires and skills, but patience and a tougher than nails determination as well! Their being troopers would be and understatement.......................in the end, champions overcome unseemingly impossible odds while making their own destinies materilize as participants. Its wasn't unusual considering the environmental issues, that no King Mackerel were caught during the tourney. Secondary qualifying species were landed though, and thus the top three qualifying lady anglers catches eliminated the possibilities that names would be drawn in order the prizes be awarded. The results....... Lady angler Missy Passmore of Mahffay. PA snatched the winners purse from lady angler Wanda Johnson sights during the hours preceding the end of the three day event by decking a qualifying 3 lb 11 oz Spanish Mackerel. That move garnered Missy the top cash prize of ($760.00) as well the Sunday daily Calcutta worth an additional ($135.00) in cash. Missy was also awarded the 2010 "Oueens of Kings" Crown and title and other prize considerings, such as a custom fighting and anchor rod combo. That gift was provided by L&M Custom Rods of Wilmington. Total top position winners cash and prizes were valued @ ($1500.00). Not bad for three days of fun in the sun working on a great tan. Congrats Missy! Lady angler Johnson of Statesville, NC secured her name in the record books and ($456.00) in hand by decking a nice 2 lb 5 oz Spanish Mackerel to take the number two position. Wanda was the returning 2009 "Queens of Kings" Champion! Congrats Ms. Wanda.................. and finishing in the respectable third place position was returning lady angler Carrie Seay of Belmont, NC with her day one bag of a nice 1 lb 10 oz Spanish Mackerel. Carrie's catch earned her ($304.00) in winnings. Carrie's a past top three qualfying contestant as well..........Congrats again Carrie! Folks we all had a great time having the gals here once again and we're looking forwards to having them back here for next years 2011 "Queen's of King's". We would like to say thak you to all the men who stepped up as coaches during the event.......... We're also thankful to all the fine folks who offered their businesses support sponsoring the many wonderful secondary prizes.............Please support their businesses while visiting the greater Oak Island and neighboring communites as they have the tournaments here at Ocean Crest Pier. Regards Dave, Melinda and the pier staff............. www.oceancrestpier.net/modules.php?name=News&file=article&sid=44 Post subject: The Official 2010 OCP King Fishing Tournament Schedule. The Official 2010 King Fishing Tournament Schedule. FYI: Schedule of Official 2010 OCP King Mackerel Fishing Tournaments. We're hoping that each of you marks your calenders and includes each of these events in your angling plans for the 2010 fishing season. More information is forthcoming as we edge closer to the reopening of the facilities March 1st 2010. We're looking forward to seeing your names on the participant lists of these event as well your smiling faces in your efforts joining the others in the winners circle. 1. The "Rebel King Mackerel Tournament". This is a uni-sexed King Mackerel trolley fishing event. Its has a well known history being among the most popular on the US east coast with participants. The event is open to all ages and skill levels of king fishers from 13-100. The return of this 8th year annual event is scheduled for the 1st full week-end (Friday- Sunday) in May, 2010. The 7th , 8th and 9th. The event fee's per angler are $50. Limited to 50. Don't miss it! 2. The 3rd Annual "Queens of Kings". The event is designed to attract women anglers of varied skills into the exciting world of King Mackerel Trolley fishing from a coastal recreational fishing pier. Skilled and unskilled entrants looking for the most comfortable same gendered angling environment, will find themselves at ease. A limited number of well versed and polite male coaches which are hand selected by staff are assigned to help the ladies learn and perform the unique tasks required to succeed in the usually male dominated and paced king fishing arena. This all ladies King Mackerel event is rescheduled for 2010 to being held the forth week-end of July 2010. The scheduling change we hope eases conflicting issues with families yearly holiday plans and inturn boosts the number of available participants. Make your plans gals joining the fun and action......Friday- Sunday. July 23, 24th, 25th. Ladies ready your gear! The event fee's per angler are $50. Limited to 50. 3. The 4th Annual "King's of the Coast". This tournament has generally accepted uni-sexed entrants. The 2010 event will limit partcipants to being male, in the same jest that the "Queens of King's" being a all female production. It is open to only male entrants ages 13-100. The event is generaly scheduled for the second full week-end in October, but is being rescheduled to being held the second full week-end in the month of September 2010. Make you plans gentlemen on being here Friday-Sunday 10th, 11th, 12th The event fee's per angler are $50. Limited to 50. Gentlemen put your game hats on! 4. The 1st Annual " OCP's Rumble on Tee" is formulated to pit the top North Carolina King Mackerel trolley fishing anglers from both genders in a winner take all event. The event is scheduled to be held the second full week-end October 8th, 9th, 10th. The event is open to anglers 13-100 years of age. The event fee's per angler are $50. Limited to 50. Lets get ready to rumble ladies & gentlemen..................! Detailed Updates to follow.........Prepare yourselves! Mark your calenders.......................Folks! Dave