Pirates Cove Billfish Tournament Record Blue Marlin

Record-sized marlin caught in tournament

The Mimi team gives a 'No. 1' sign in honor of the giant Blue Marlin taken from the boat. (PCBGT)

Trey Irvine of Westin, Fla., landed a pending North Carolina State Record Blue Marlin weighing an incredible 1,228.50 pounds to take home nearly $500,000 from the 25th Annual Pirate's Cove Billfish Tournament, held Aug. 11-15.

When certified, this catch will eclipse the 1,142-pounder caught by Jack Herrington in 1974.

Competitors from North Carolina, Virginia, Maryland, New Jersey, South Carolina and Florida competed in the five-day event.

In addition to the record catch, a total of 23 Blue Marlin, 59 White Marlin, 20 Sailfish and one spearfish were caught during the event.

For more information on the 25th Annual Pirate's Cove Billfish Tournament, go to www.pcbiggame.com or call (252) 473-1015.

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