Madfin Shark – Season 9

In the thrilling debut of the 2015 Madfin Shark Series, four elite teams embark on a riveting competition. Breaking tradition after nine years, the tournament spans different states. Team Spindrift and Team Blackjack set sail from Key West, Florida, while Team R.E.O and Team Journey South depart from Venice, Louisiana, both world-class shark fisheries on the southern coast. Tension escalates as one couple snags a colossal catch, scoring valuable points early on. Meanwhile, Eric and Moe of Team Journey South venture into deeper waters in pursuit of grander prey. Determined to reclaim their crown, two-time champions Bo and Dierdre of Team Blackjack vow vengeance, while Team R.E.O hunts elusive Hammerheads, aiming for style points. However, Robert and Carter of Team Spindrift encounter an unexpected challenge as a massive ocean predator threatens their haul, testing their mettle.

Amidst an action-packed opening day, the competition heats up as teams reel in catches at a rapid pace. In Florida, Team Blackjack exudes confidence while targeting Blacktip sharks, aiming to secure their limit. However, seasoned veterans of Team Spindrift face a formidable challenge as they battle with something big. Meanwhile, in Louisiana, Team Journey South confronts rough seas, but their perseverance pays off when a high-scoring Hammerhead shark is lured in by their chum. Chaos erupts when two sharks strike simultaneously, adding an unexpected twist to the already intense contest.

As the first day of the competition draws to a close, Team Spindrift maintains their lead on the scoreboards, having reached their limit on formidable Bull Sharks in the Florida Keys. They boldly pursue a bonus catch, a Lemon Shark on a handline, in a risky move to solidify their dominance. Across the flats, Team Blackjack endeavours to narrow the gap by targeting a Lemon Shark of their own. In Venice, Louisiana, Team Journey South takes on the challenge of adding a second Hammerhead to their scoreboard, striving to achieve the seemingly impossible and make their mark on the tournament.

Following a dramatic and productive first day, all eyes are fixed on Team Spindrift as they strive to maintain their lead. In Louisiana, a dense fog blankets the ocean, heightening the risks of fishing and navigation. Undeterred, Team R.E.O ventures near an oil rig in the Gulf, a haven for monstrous creatures including the newly discovered Spinner Sharks, while Team Journey South focuses on their chum line, aiming to attract larger prey for valuable bonus points. In Florida, Team Spindrift navigates sunken crab lines to access a reef teeming with fish, only to face a formidable challenge when a massive Bull Shark snatches their bait. Meanwhile, Team Blackjack remains resolute in their pursuit of first place.

At the half-way point in the competition, several teams close the gap as a productive day two wages on. In Louisiana, Team R.E.O shifts tactics, targeting high-scoring Hammerheads alongside the boat to compensate for a sluggish start. Across the bay, Team Journey South ignites a feeding frenzy with their chum trail, attracting more than just sharks. Moe seizes the opportunity to earn extra points with her fly rod. In Key West, Florida, frustration mounts for Team Blackjack as disaster strikes during their quest for a third victory. Meanwhile, leaders Team Spindrift succumb to greed, setting their sights on a colossal Bull Shark prowling in the shallows. However, with time ticking away, the question remains: do they have the time to conquer one of the ocean's toughest adversaries against the clock?

As day two of the competition nears its end, high winds add a new layer of challenge for our four teams vying for first place. In Florida, adverse conditions compel Team Blackjack to adapt their strategy, relinquishing their prized Bull Shark spots. Meanwhile, Team Spindrift seeks to widen their lead by targeting Lemon Sharks, but a challenging release jeopardizes their standing in the contest. In Venice, Louisiana, Team R.E.O capitalises on their intensive chumming approach, attracting a spirited group of Spinner Sharks that encircle their boat, but there could be an opportunity for a new species altogether.

In the thrilling conclusion of the 2015 Madfin Shark Series, the race for the title intensifies as four teams vie for victory across 500 miles of ocean. In Florida, high winds hinder fishing efforts, while unfishable thick fog in the Gulf of Mexico halts Team Journey South and R.E.O. Unfazed, Team Blackjack persists in their pursuit of Lemon Sharks, grappling with their tenacity during release. Meanwhile, in the Keys, Team Spindrift launches a formidable campaign, targeting massive Bull Sharks. However, as the final moments approach, the question looms: could they be usurped from their dominant position in the eleventh hour?