Boat Captain Requirements

As a captain for the Southwest Highschool Dragons Fishing Club, you play a vital role in mentoring our students and keeping them safe. Your goal is to guide our student anglers while letting them lead the way on the water.

Role Guidelines

• Focus on Safety: Your primary job is safe navigation and boat operation.
• Mentorship: Be a supportive guide, not a competitor.
• Hands-Off Coaching: Captains cannot fish, find fish for students, or offer tactical advice during tournaments. Students must make their own strategic decisions.

Qualifications & Safety

• Must be at least 21 years old.
• Significant experience operating a bass boat in tournaments.
• Knowledge of state boating laws and THSBA regulations.
• Current boater safety certification (if required for specific events).
• Approval from the club advisor.
• All boats must have $300,000 worth of liability insurance  minimum to compete.

Captain Responsibilities

Before hitting the water, all captains must:

• Submit signed THSBA liability and safety paperwork.
• Ensure all safety gear, including life jackets and emergency kits, is functional and used.
• Maintain a positive, respectful, and safe environment on the boat.

The Captain Side Pot

Want to join the action? Captains can participate in a friendly competition during the regular season:

• Entry Fee: $20 for the 50/50 cash pot.
• Winner: The captain with the largest legal bass wins half the pot.
• Impact: The remaining half of the pot is donated to a scholarship fund.
• Rule: Your catch MUST remain separate from the students’ catch at all times.

Interested in Joining or donating a boat?

We would love to have you on board. For more information, please contact us:
Call or Text: (210)-289-8762
Email: southwestdragonsbassteam@gmail.com