Jacob & Canning Trophy

Jacob & Canning Trophy

Awarded for the heaviest Marlin captured in Tasmanian waters by a Club member.


First Awarded
1969

History
Donated by Mr John Jacob & Dr Eric Canning.
Cast made by Tom Jenkins.

Capture or Tag-and-Release
Capture in accordance with GFAA & TGFA rules.

Eligibility
All Angler Classifications, Club Member.


Trophy Winners

2003–2024 - No Award -
2002 Frank Frankcombe 90 kg Striped Marlin on 37 kg line
2001 Andy Amos 79.50 kg Striped Marlin on 24 kg line
1999 Mark Schuetpelz 64 kg Striped Marlin on 24 kg line
1998 Chris Shaw 115 kg Striped Marlin on 24 kg line
1997 Danni Suttil 93 kg Striped Marlin on 37 kg line
1993 Colin Minehan 115 kg Striped Marlin on 37 kg line
1989 K Belcher 123 kg Striped Marlin
1982 H Oates 128 kg Striped Marlin
1979 T Groves 123.50 kg Striped Marlin
1976 A Lyall 341 lb Striped Marlin
1969 Keith Jessup 297.50 lb Striped Marlin