May 9th, 2026

Dana Landing

San Diego, CA

All proceeds from the 2026 Bay Bass Classic Tournament will be used for Youth Scholarships in the STAR Tournament

Back for its third year at Dana Landing on May 9th, Bay Bass Classic is one of Southern California’s most exciting catch-and-release fishing events, bringing together nearly 200 anglers for a jam-packed day on the water. Proudly sponsored by Coastal Conservation Association California and Salty Crew, all proceeds from this year’s Bay Bass Classic will award $5,000 Youth scholarships to two lucky Youth Division anglers in the 2026 CCA California STAR Tournament!

Designed for anglers of all ages and skill levels, the Bay Bass Classic is a catch, photo, release tournament that encourages data collection for our local species while anglers battle it out for bragging rights and prizes!  Whether you’re a seasoned angler or a young grom just getting into fishing, this event is all about bringing the stoke to the water and celebrating our shared love for coastal fisheries.

The Details…

Check-in will be outside of Dana Landing from 5:AM to 7AM on Saturday, May 9th, the morning of the tournament. Anglers MUST check in to acquire the official tournament measuring device and their angler bag. Please download the Fishing Chaos app, which will be used for tournament fish submission, PRIOR to check-in.

*Anglers who choose to fish San Diego Bay must be back at Dana Landing by 2 PM to participate in the Winner’s Presentation.*

Lines in at 7AM and lines out at 1PM with a winner’s presentation, barbecue, trivia, and raffle to follow the conclusion of the tournament at Dana Landing. 

San Diego Bay Details

Anglers are allowed to fish any legal zone within San Diego Bay that is inside Ballast Point. Fishing West of Ballast Point will result in a disqualification.

Mission Bay Details

Anglers are allowed to fish any legal zone within Mission Bay. Anglers MUST stay inside of the last 5 MPH buoy markers as you exit the harbor as seen on the map below.

Photo Requirements

• Entire fish must be visible in photo & placed on top of the official tournament measuring board.
• Fish must be facing to the LEFT with dorsal fin facing up.
• Mouth must be closed.
• All lures must be removed from fish prior to photo.
• No fingers in gills.
• No pinched tails. Tail must be flared or semi-flared to be wider than the base of the tail fin.
• Submit only ONE photo per fish caught.
• If you need to hold the fish, the head and/or tail cannot be covered.
• Submissions must be entered through the Fishing Chaos app.

Prize Categories

Prizes will include products from our sponsors and will range from rods, reels, combo setups, fishing tackle, fishing apparel, and more.  

All individuals will be competing for the top three prizes regardless of age. Additional prizes for Grom Division (Anglers 16 years or younger), kayak anglers, and shore anglers to be given out.

2026 Winners

ADULT DIVISION

(17 YEARS OLD OR OLDER)

Longest Total 5 Fish Bag Length (Spotted Bay Bass Only)

3rd Place – Sponsored by Fishing Syndicate

Ron Matro – 75.90”

2nd Place – Sponsored by Okuma

Cash Brecht – 76.80”

1st Place – Sponsored by Plano

Brian Likes to Fish – 79.20”

GROM DIVISION

(16 YEARS OLD OR YOUNGER)

Longest Total 5 Fish Bag Length (Spotted Bay Bass Only)

3rd Place – Sponsored by Okuma

Cole Kilian – 68.70”

2nd Place – Sponsored by Fishing Syndicate

Kai Frias – 72.70”

1st Place – Sponsored by Plano

Cayden Matro – 75.60”

Longest Single Spotted Bay Bass – Sponsored by Amadeo Abachar

Juan Delgado – 17”

Longest Barred Sand Bass – Sponsored by Yo-Zuri

Ken Pucillo – 24”

Longest Halibut – Sponsored by Battlestar Tackle

Vinny Terranova – 24”

1st Place Boat Division – 5 Fish Overall – Sponsored by AFTCO

Brian Likes to Fish

1st Place Kayak Division – 5 Fish Overall – Sponsored by Reliable

Michael Shaw

1st Place Shore Division – 5 Fish Overall – Sponsored by Wairbaits/Kicker

Kai Frias

Promar & Ahi USA Swinghead Division

New in 2026, Promar & Ahi USA have debuted the NEW Flash Blade XT Swing Head Jig! If you catch ANY fish during the Bay Bass Classic while using the Flash Blade XT Swing Head, make sure to take a picture, post it on your INSTAGRAM PAGE, tag @CCACALIFORNIA AND @PROMARAHIUSA, and be eligible to win!

Make sure to order or visit any of these retailers to purchase the NEW Flash Blade XT Swing Head by Promar & Ahi USA BEFORE the Bay Bass Classic to participate in this division:

Order Online Here