The second annual Spanish Fly Shark Tournament is set to air on Outdoor America and Samsung TV Plus. Celebrating the spirit of legendary angler Jose Wejebe, the tourney unites top-tier anglers in an adrenaline-filled competition focused on conservation, adventure, and the pursuit of the most bull sharks caught and released.
“As the executive director of the Jose Wejebe Spanish Fly Memorial Foundation and Jose’s daughter, I am thrilled to announce our second annual Spanish Fly Shark Tournament,” said Krissy Wejebe. “This tournament continues my father’s legacy and is a powerful platform for marine conservation and education.”
After a successful first year, in April 2024, the Spanish Fly Shark Tournament is reaching new audiences, televised across the Outdoor America FAST distribution, including Samsung TV Plus. This year marks Outdoor America’s first exclusive coverage of the Florida Keys tournament, with episodes airing on broadcast in addition to FAST.
“We’re excited to bring the Spanish Fly Shark Tournament to a national audience,” said Jamie Wilkinson, executive vice president of programming and production, Outdoor America. “This event embodies the adventure, skill and conservation focus that Outdoor America proudly showcases.”
Viewers can expect action-packed coverage featuring some of the sport’s most skilled anglers as they compete in the adventurous spirit of Wejebe’s iconic TV show, Spanish Fly. This collaboration with Outdoor America highlights a commitment to delivering high-quality, outdoor entertainment to a passionate audience of anglers and conservationists.
At the heart of the Spanish Fly Shark Tournament is a dedication to conservation and education. In partnership with research organizations, the tournament collects critical data on bull shark populations in the Florida Keys. By combining sport fishing with science, the tournament is vital in preserving marine ecosystems for future generations.
In addition to the millions of connected TVs and devices that receive 24/7 Outdoor America content, the OA weekly syndicated package is available in more than 90 million households nationwide across local broadcast television stations and regional sports networks. The OA weekly broadcast distribution delivers the largest, single-run destination audience in outdoor media, served with the most compelling outdoor programming.
The next Spanish Fly Shark Tournament is scheduled for April 2-4, 2026, celebrating the legacy of Jose Wejebe, pushing the boundaries of shark fishing, and advancing marine conservation.
