21st Oracabessa Bay Marlin Tournament underway in St Mary
The first and second marlin caught on the opening day weighed the same, 115.5 lbs. (Photo: Akera Davis)
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October 12, 2025

21st Oracabessa Bay Marlin Tournament underway in St Mary

ST MARY, Jamaica — The 21st annual Oracabessa Bay Marlin Tournament is currently underway at the Oracabessa Bay Fishing Beach, drawing over 60 competitors from across the island.

Fishermen gather each year to compete for top honours in the event.

The first and second marlin caught on the opening day weighed the same, 235 lbs.

At the end of the tournament, the winner will take home a cash prize of $100,000, a boat engine courtesy of YAMAHA, along with other prizes.

— Akera Davis

Patrons gather to observer a catch at 21st annual Oracabessa Bay Marlin Tournament is currently underway at the Oracabessa Bay Fishing Beach (Photo: Akera Davis)

The 21st annual Oracabessa Bay Marlin Tournament is currently underway at the Oracabessa Bay Fishing Beach (Photo: Akera Davis)

The 21st staging of the annual Oracabessa Bay Marlin Tournament (Photo: Akera Davis)

The 21st staging of the annual Oracabessa Bay Marlin Tournament (Photo: Akera Davis)

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