2021 US Kayak Open
Cookeville, TN. USA September 10-12, 2023
2023 US Kayak Open
The 2021 USA Kayak Open is open to all US and International kayak anglers. The US top finishers will be given the opportunity to join the USA Kayak Team. International anglers will be able to fish the competition waters of the 2022 FIPSed Kayak World Championship.
This event is to help raise funds for the US Kayak Team. Cash prizes, based on 50/50 entry fee split, will be awarded to top placing competitors.
The USA Kayak Team competes in the Kayak World Championships and Pan American Kayak Championships. This is an opportunity to fish for America and bring home a gold medal.
The US Kayak Team is made up of men and women kayak anglers chosen from pro tour winners, previous championship winners, and top placing anglers from the US Kayak Open.
Thank you to Cookeville, Tennessee for hosting this historic event on Center Hill Lake.
Youth Angler Education Day
A one day program designed to expose youth and their families to various aspects of fishing.
Participants will have the opportunity to explore three separate areas to learn about Basic Fishing Skills, Aquatic Ecosystems, and Water/Boating Safety
September 11 , 2023
9:00 am – 3:30 pm
Cane Creek Park in Cookeville, Tennessee
Cookeville, Tennessee
Host Location
Visit Cookeville
Prepare to be charmed by our majestic mountains, rich historical heritage, art and cultural events, unique downtown shops, cosmopolitan cuisine and our magnificent state and local parks.
If you’re looking for a great place to get in shape, Cookeville’s a natural. Replete with area hills, trails, caves, lakes and streams, our surroundings beckon hikers, cavers, bikers, climbers, spelunkers and horseback riders from far and wide.
Registration
Fish for a spot on the USA Kayak Team.
US Angling is using FISHING CHAOS to score this event. All anglers must sign up through the application and compete using the Fishing Chaos app for Photo-Catch-Release scoring.
The USA Kayak Team competes in the Kayak World Championship and Pan American Kayak Championship. This is an opportunity to fish for America and bring home a gold medal.
Results
INDIVIDUAL RESULTS
INDIVIDUAL RESULTS
INDIVIDUAL RESULTS
1st Place angler
2nd Place angler
3rd Place angler
4th Place angler
5th Place angler
Biggest Bass
INDIVIDUAL RESULTS
INDIVIDUAL RESULTS
Day 1 Biggest Bass angler
Day 2 Biggest Bass angler
Overall Biggest Bass Winner angler
Venues & Program
Cookeville, TN
Quality Inn Cookeville
Quality Inn Cookeville
Cookeville, Tennessee is a town tucked within the Upper Cumberland region of Tennessee. Walk the small town streets to discover upscale fashion, delicious culinary creations, music and hidden murals throughout.
Quality Inn Cookeville
Quality Inn Cookeville
Quality Inn Cookeville
Headquarters, competitor lodging, meals, transportation staging, team registration, captain’s meetings, beat draw, and posting of scores will occur.
Center Hill Lake
Quality Inn Cookeville
Center Hill Lake
Center Hill Lake is 18,200 acres. It’s also one of the most popular recreation destinations in Middle Tennessee—with good reason. Hiking, fishing, swimming, boating and many other water sports are enjoyed on Center Hill’s beautiful water.
Volunteers
Volunteers
Thank you to the local volunteers!
Partners - Sponsors - Providers - Supporters
2021 US Kayak Open
PARTNERS
- Visit Cookeville
- Cookeville-Putnam Country Visitors Bureau
- Jackson Kayak
SPONSORS
- KBF Kayak Bass Fishing
- Fishing Chaos
VENUE PROVIDERS
- Tennessee Wildlife Resource Agency
- Corp of Engineers
SUPPORTERS
- Quality Inn & Suites
- North American Tournament Association (NATA)
