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The final tournament of the season is here, marking the last opportunity to secure a berth in the 2025/26 Championship—where over $18,500 in scholarships and prizes await!
While most spots are already locked in, the Wild Card presents one last chance for anglers to earn their place in the championship. It all comes down to this—who will rise to the occasion?
WILD CARD DETAILS
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We will be awarding a $1,000 scholarship to the first-place team, along with all other prizes and awards (1 place per 10 teams).
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The Wild Card is a NO POINTS event and will not affect AOY standings.
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FAN will grant the top 10 teams a berth to the Championship, provided they have fished at least three tournaments and have not yet qualified.
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This event also serves as a final opportunity for anglers who finished in the top 10% during a qualifying event—or are above the cut line—and need one more tournament to meet the three-event minimum.
TRAILERING EVENT – Llano County Park, Lake Buchanan
Location: Lakeshore Dr, Buchanan Dam, TX 78609, United States
Google Maps: (link)
This is a small ramp and will fill up quickly. We strongly advise using other ramps on the lake.
IMPORTANT RULES & DEADLINES 
Guide & Waypoint Rules:
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Guide Cutoff: March 20 – Last day guides may be on Lake Buchanan
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No-Guiding / Waypoint Rule: Captains, coaches, parents, and student anglers may not fish with guides or acquire GPS/fishing locations within 30 days prior to the event (tournament day marks the start of that 30-day period)
Trailering Check-In:
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Morning check-in is via GroupMe only – no physical check-in at the ramp
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Once launched, captains or anglers must send a message via GroupMe
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Example: Boat #00 Cook/Rieger on the water
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Register for GroupMe HERE
We will not acknowledge any GroupMe “off-water” check-ins. PHYSICAL CHECK-IN IS REQUIRED at weigh-in.
Safety & Schedule:
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Boats may not leave the launch area before 6:30 AM
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First cast: 7:00 AM | Last cast: 2:00 PM
Scales & Weigh-In:
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Scales open at 12:00 PM
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All fish must be in holding tanks/check-in by 3:00 PM
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Mandatory physical check-in at weigh-in, regardless of fish caught
Team Rules:
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Only captains and student anglers are allowed on boats
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Teams must include one adult captain and two qualified student anglers, or they will be disqualified
Registration Deadline:
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Wednesday, April 15 at 9:00 PM CST
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Online registration and payment required (including derby anglers)
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Late registrations accepted for complete teams only and will be added to the bottom of the launch sequence
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Boat numbers will be randomly drawn and posted on the FAN website and Facebook page by Thursday at 9:00 PM
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Questions? Contact info@faithanglernetwork.com
Rules & Regulations: CLICK HERE
Updates & Last-Minute Changes: GroupMe and FAN Facebook page only
🎣 FAN FISHING DERBY – SHORE EVENT
In addition to the Wild Card tournament, FAN will host a fun, family-friendly shore fishing derby at Llano County Park, celebrating Faith, Fishing, and Friendships.
Who: Ages 6–10 (FAN Junior Members), plus FAN Middle and High School Members
Where: Llano County Park, Lake Buchanan
Schedule:
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Check-in: 8:30 AM
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Rules & prayer: 9:00 AM
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First cast: 9:00 AM | Lines out: 1:00 PM
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Awards: On the main stage before tournament awards
Format: All species; artificial or live bait allowed
Entry Fee: $15 per participant (Venmo or PayPal accepted)
Membership Required: Must be a registered FAN Student Member
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Register and complete waiver HERE
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Not part of a team yet? You’re welcome to join!
Payment must include the student angler’s name and fishing team.
🔥 DON’T MISS IT!
Join us for a weekend packed with competition, faith, and fellowship as FAN wraps up the 2025/26 season at Lake Buchanan. Every cast counts, every fish matters, and every opportunity could punch your ticket to the Championship.
