October 10 - 12th Annual CCA Florida STAR Awards Banquet Takes Over Wiregrass Ranch Sports Campus

WESLEY CHAPEL / PASCO COUNTY, FL — The state's premier competitive youth anglers and conservation advocates are gathering in Pasco County this weekend. The 12th Annual CCA Florida STAR Awards Ceremony & Banquet officially takes over the Wiregrass Ranch Sports Campus on Saturday, Oct. 10, starting at 5:30 p.m.

What to Expect

Presented in coordination with Coastal Conservation Association (CCA) Florida, the family-friendly event marks the official culmination of the summer-long fishing tournament. The banquet will award nearly $150,000 in youth scholarships along with outdoor gear, marine electronics, and customized prizes to tournament winners. Tickets are open to the public at $50 for adults—which covers a fully catered dinner, drinks, and an official sponsor swag bag—and $20 for youth anglers under 12.

Why It Matters for Wesley Chapel

Hosted alongside Florida’s Sports Coast, this high-profile banquet highlights Wesley Chapel’s growing footprint as a top-tier destination for regional sports tourism. For local families, it offers an engaging weekend gathering that directly celebrates environmental stewardship, marine habitat conservation, and competitive youth athletics close to home.

📍 Wiregrass Ranch Sports Campus — 3021 Sports Coast Way, Wesley Chapel, FL

📅 Saturday, October 10, 2026, 5:30 PM

🌐 ccaflorida.org | Reporting from Florida's Sports Coast