Bob Hirsch Crappie Classic
Saturday, October 5, 2024
Join us for the Bob Hirsch Crappie Classic, an annual tribute to one of Arizona’s great outdoorsmen. This event combines competitive fishing with community spirit, featuring a crappie fishing derby, potluck, and a weekend of camping. Held every October, the Classic is not just a tournament; it’s a celebration of Bob Hirsch’s legacy and a gathering of anglers passionate about crappie fishing. Don’t miss out on the camaraderie and competition at this cherished event.
For full details about this event, and to ask any questions, please visit the Community Forum at forum.azcrappie.com.
Location
- Roosevelt Lake
- Grapevine Group Campground – Coot Loop
- Camping October 2-6
- Tournament is Saturday, October 5th, 2024
Tournament Rules
- Roosevelt Lake Grapevine Group Campground (Coot Loop)
- Check-In: 5AM @ Coot loop
- Back inside Grapevine buoys by 3PM
- Weigh-In: 3:30PM
- Cost: $75/boat
- Heaviest bag of 7 Crappie per team wins 1st, 2nd, and 3rd places (Min 10″)
- “Wild Willie Biggest Crappie” wins big fish option
- Hook and line, live bait and trolling are permitted
- 4-pole limit per team
- This event does not include parking or camping fees
- Livewells will be checked prior to launching
AZCA Meeting
The meeting starts around 4pm, after the weighin. The meeting is open for members and non-members. This is an opportunity for AZCA members to vote where the next meeting will be held and other club decisions. For non-members, this is an opportunity to learn about the AZCA, and if interested in joining, you can be voted in to become a member. See the FAQ for more details about becoming a member.
Raffle
At the Roosevelt Lake Grapevine Group Campground (Coot Loop), the raffle with start around 4:15 PM after awards and the open club meeting. The club has supplied many great prizes to be raffled off, so be sure to bring some cash! Tickets will be available to purchase after the weigh-in after the meeting.
Raffle ticket cost:
- $10 for 1 ticket
- $50 for 7 tickets
- $100 for 15 tickets
Fish Fry
Camping
The AZCA has reserved the Roosevelt Lake Grapevine Group Campground (Coot Loop) from Wednesday, October 2nd through Sunday, October 6th with priority given to AZCA members and then guests. If you prefer to camp in your own campsite, you may reserve through the recreation.gov website.
2023 Tournament Winners
First Place
Team Yellow Submarine (Greg McElvaney and Jon Dille) who weighed in 7 crappie with total weight of 13.99lbs.
Second Place
Team Avengers (Leon DeLong and Robert Geist) took 2nd place with total weight of 13.35 lbs.
Third Place
Team Crappitiers (Florin Nesiu, Andrew Nesiu) took 3rd place weighing in 12.74lbs.
"Wild Willie" biggest crappie
Team Crappietiers also won the “Wild Willie” biggest crappie ($300) at 2.43 lbs.
Previous Tournament Winners
Celebrate the achievements of our top anglers in the Arizona Crappie Association! Click the button below to see the impressive list of past winners and their remarkable catches.