The Florida Keys Gold Cup Sailfish Championship The 2008 Florida Keys Gold Cup Sailfish Championship is a combination of three of the premier sailfish events in the Florida Keys. The FKGC is both an angler tournament as well as a team tournament. At least one angler of each team entered must fish all three events. This format stems from a long history of sailfish tri-fectas. 2007 Winners Contender One releases a total of 35 fish to win the coveted Florida Keys Gold Cup Sailfish Tournament trophy. The three events that comprise the Florida Keys Gold Cup include the Islamorada Sailfish Tournament November 29th thru December 2nd 2007, the Cheeca Lodge Presidential Sailfish Tournament January 17th thru 29th 2008,and the Islamorada Fishing Clubs’ Sailfish Tournament on January 23rd and 24th 2008 Each tournament has their own set of rules and entry fees. Each angler competes on an individual basis for the Championship Ring that includes bragging rights for the entire year. Teams compete for the coveted Gold Cup Trophy that is displayed at the Islamorada Fishing Club, headquarters for the final event. There are also team awards for second and third places. The Florida Keys Gold Cup Sailfish Championship has grown each year. The tournament lures anglers from all over the world. The field is limited to 30 teams of elite sport fisherman. Early entry is encouraged as the tournament field was nearly filled last year. By entering the Florida Keys Gold Cup you are supporting the Islamorada Charter Boat Association. The charter boat association is a 501-C-3 organization that works hard to keep our fishery here for future generations. The competition heats up every December as the Islamorada Sailfish Tournament kicks of this tournament series.