
Huntress Wins the 2025 Firecracker Open
A tight leaderboard and strong competition defined this July 4th showdown in Kona
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Dates: March 27 – September 21, 2025
Founded in 1987 by Capt. Jody Bright, the Hawaii Marlin Tournament Series is Hawaii’s preeminent billfishing competition, pitting the top Kona crews against one another for a season-long quest to be named HMTS Champion. The series comprises eight distinct tournaments held between March and September, with the majority taking place in June and July. Points accrue throughout the season, while each individual tournament offers a unique mix of base and optional jackpots to drive strong competition within the Kona fleet.
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