CLARKSVILLE, Tenn. (CLARKSVILLENOW) – The King of the Cumberland Fishing Tournament has been postponed, tournament directors announced Tuesday.
Recent wet weather has caused the Cumberland River to rise to a potentially dangerous level. Strong currents and possible debris in the river leave it a less than ideal situation for the fishing tournament.
“Our number one goal is to keep anglers safe,” said Jonathan Pickett, tournament director and owner of Tailwater Marine & Tackle. “After working closely with local and state officials, it is in the best interest of the boaters that we postpone the event to a later date.”
The fishing tournament will now be held on Saturday, May 5 at the Clarksville Marina. All registered tournament participants have the option to either participate in the May event or request a refund. Registered participants should check their email for information, or call 931-648-7720.
Those interested in participating in the May tournament can sign up at TuckesseeOutdoors.com. The tournament will have three divisions: Traditional Bass, Catfish, and Kayak Bass. Cash prizes in all divisions and 100 percent payback to the field. Over $3,500 in prize money will be given away in the Traditional Bass division.
While the King of the Cumberland has been postponed, the Tuckessee Hunting and Fishing Expo will still continue this weekend. The expo is held at the Wilma Rudolph Event Center on March 3 and 4. Details on the expo can be found here.