Fishing Derby

This event for Ages 3-15 is held in sponsorship with TWRA, Walmart, and other area organizations. Trophies are awarded in each age division for the largest fish and the most fish caught. Overall event winner for each category will receive atrophy as well. All participants receive a goody bag and are eligible to win door prizes including a grand prize. A fun and games area will also be available after weigh-in.

Use button on right to pre-register online or at the Parks & Rec. office through 3:00 PM Friday before the event. Registration also taken on site the day of the event from 7:00-8:00 AM.

Date(s)

Saturday, June 6, 2026
(Rain Date: June 7 1:00-5:30 PM)

Time(s)

8:00 AM – 1:00 PM
Everyone needs to check in on site between 7:00-7:45 AM.

Location

Alcoa Duck Pond

Cost

$10.00 pre-registration
$15.00 day of the event

Rules & Information

This event is designed to allow children the opportunity to experience and LEARN the concepts of fishing. Adults are allowed to provide ASSISTANCE ONLY, but CANNOT "FISH" for the participant! Participants may be subject to disqualification for not abiding by the rules of the event.

Even if you have pre-registered, you must check-in on-site to get your goody bag and door prize tickets.
Every participant receives a Fishing Derby keepsake. A drink and goody bag are guaranteed to the first 200 participants .
All participants are eligible for numerous door prizes including a grand prize.
Event management provided by Parks & Rec. staff, Alcoa Fishing Team, and area volunteers.
Trophy for the Overall Event Champion for the “Largest Fish” caught, as well as the “Most Fish” caught.
1st place trophies will be awarded in each age group for the “Largest Fish” (weight) and 1st through 4th place trophies for the "Most Fish Caught" (total weight of 10 fish maximum).
Age divisions: 3-4, 5-7, 8-10, 11-12, 13-15⚬ All children must be accompanied by an adult in order to participate.
Participants may use 1 ROD ONLY.
Bank fishing only - No wading. Event encourages catch and release. Please bring stringer and bucket!
‍All fish must be checked in to be eligible for awards.
Adults are allowed to provide assistance only with baiting, casting and removing fish from hook, but cannot “fish” for the participant. Fishing for participant may result in forfeiture of awards eligibility.
Parents should visit our website Saturday morning in case of cancellation due to inclement weather. If cancelled, the Derby will be re-scheduled for the next day, Sunday, 1:00-5:30 p.m.
No fishing license is required on event day.

‍Weigh-In Times:
‍Age groups will be called out on the p.a. system when the weigh-in tent is ready. Approximate times are listed below:
Ages 3-4 - 10:15 a.m.
Ages 5-7 - 10:30 a.m.
Ages 8-10 - 10:45 a.m.
Ages 11-12 - 11:00 a.m.
Ages 13-15 - 11:15 a.m.

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Results

The 32nd annual Duck Pond Kids Fishing Derby went well (despite a little rain) on Saturday, June 8th with approximately 250 kids participating and a total of 523 pounds of fish caught! Thank you to all that helped make this a success! The event was sponsored by Parks & Recreation, Wal-Mart, TWRA, and other area sponsors. The derby was held for Ages 3–15 to encourage the sport of fishing for kids. Congratulations to this year's winners:

Overall Event - Biggest Fish

Brady Adkins - 3.9 lbs

Overall Event - Most Fish Per Weight (Up to 10 Fish)

Brady Adkins - 17.6 lbs

Award winners for Ages 3 & 4:

Biggest Fish – Eli Daugherty - 3.7 lbs
1st Place Most Fish – Kensi Conner - 16.9 lbs
2nd Place Most Fish – Lorelai Gara - 16.2 lbs
3rd Place Most Fish – Eli Willocks - 8.5 lbs
4th Place Most Fish – Eli Daugherty - 7.6 lbs

Award winners for Ages 8-10:

Biggest Fish – Conner Osborne - 3.0 lbs
1st Place Most Fish – Kason Reid - 13.7 lbs
2nd Place Most Fish – Melanie Daugherty - 11.2 lbs
3rd Place Most Fish – Kaison Ridings - 10.1 lbs
4th Place Most Fish – Creed Marion - 9.4 lbs

Award winners for Ages 11-12:

Biggest Fish – Brylee Jones - 3.1 lbs
1st Place Most Fish – Brylee Jones - 15.0 lbs
2nd Place Most Fish – Peytyn Knaff - 13.5 lbs
3rd Place Most Fish – Payton Duchane - 13.3 lbs
4th Place Most Fish – Brantlee Hatcher - 12.9 lbs

Award winners for Ages 5-7:

Biggest Fish – Nevaeh Franklin - 2.8 lbs.
1st Place Most Fish – Jaxon Dyer - 11.3 lbs
2nd Place Most Fish – Ridge Brown - 8.0 lbs
3rd Place Most Fish – Nilah Osborne - 7.0 lbs
4th Place Most Fish – Ethan Braun - 5.7 lbs

Award winners for Ages 13-15:

Biggest Fish – Brady Adkins - 3.9 lbs
1st Place Most Fish – Brady Adkins - 17.6 lbs
2nd Place Most Fish – Lydia Adkins - 15.1 lbs
3rd Place Most Fish – Evan Van De Griff - 14.2 lbs
4th Place Most Fish – Jameson Payne - 13.3 lbs