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RE anglers fish compete in annual fishing tournament
Camaraderie, community and competition intersected at The 13th Annual Ransom Everglades Epic Fishing (REEF) Tournament, a fun-filled event on Biscayne Bay that drew 26 boats and anglers of all ages who had a great time trying to reel in the biggest catch. Photo Galleries
The tournament raised funds for Breakthrough Miami and the Anderson waterfront, and concluded with a bayside festival that featured another extraordinary custom-made cake from arts faculty member Astrid Dalins – this year’s featured a reef of edible creatures and a wave crashing to shore. The after-fishing festivities also included fresh fish tacos provided by SAGE Dining, exhibits from Miami Waterkeeper and RE faculty Dr. Kristine Stump and Dr. Heather Marshall (who shared their shark research), as well as face painting and other children’s activities.
The standout catch in the dolphin category came from Jay Holly '26, who hauled in a 9.6-pound dolphin, earning both the award for the heaviest dolphin and the top junior angler honor. He was followed by Spencer Miller '15 with an 8.2-pounder and RE facilities team member Andres Sequiero, who landed a 6.4-pound dolphin.
In the non-dolphin category, Quinn Donoho of RE Technology Services scored a massive 33.0-pound tuna – the heaviest fish of the tournament. He edged out Sequiero, who also caught a 27.2-pound tuna, and Gutman Skrande '03, who landed a 27.0-pounder.
The junior angler (14 and under) category saw spirited competition. Preston Grossfeld '30 led the pack with a 5.0-pound fish, followed by Jaaz Brooks '29 (4.4 pounds) and Mason Pachter (4.0 pounds). Pia Drulard '24 showcased her angling prowess, taking the top two spots in the Lady Angler category with catches of 4.4 and 4.2 pounds. Fellow senior Lauren Page '24 also earned recognition with a 4.2-pound catch.
The tournament was organized by REEF Committee Chairs Christian Falk '91, Aabad Melwani P'28 '32, and Kevin Grossfeld '95 and fully supported by many including REEF loyalists Elana Oberstein- Harris '93, Peter Diamond '92 and Pearce Klevan '97.
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The standout catch in the dolphin category came from Jay Holly '26, who hauled in a 9.6-pound dolphin, earning both the award for the heaviest dolphin and the top junior angler honor. He was followed by Spencer Miller '15 with an 8.2-pounder and RE facilities team member Andres Sequiero, who landed a 6.4-pound dolphin.
In the non-dolphin category, Quinn Donoho of RE Technology Services scored a massive 33.0-pound tuna – the heaviest fish of the tournament. He edged out Sequiero, who also caught a 27.2-pound tuna, and Gutman Skrande '03, who landed a 27.0-pounder.
The junior angler (14 and under) category saw spirited competition. Preston Grossfeld '30 led the pack with a 5.0-pound fish, followed by Jaaz Brooks '29 (4.4 pounds) and Mason Pachter (4.0 pounds). Pia Drulard '24 showcased her angling prowess, taking the top two spots in the Lady Angler category with catches of 4.4 and 4.2 pounds. Fellow senior Lauren Page '24 also earned recognition with a 4.2-pound catch.
The tournament was organized by REEF Committee Chairs Christian Falk '91, Aabad Melwani P'28 '32, and Kevin Grossfeld '95 and fully supported by many including REEF loyalists Elana Oberstein- Harris '93, Peter Diamond '92 and Pearce Klevan '97.
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