Tommy Bohanon Foundation receives $20,000 from Off Duty Fishing Series

FORT MYERS BEACH, Fla. - April 7, 2025 - PRLog -- Anglers from across Southwest Florida took to the coastal waters off Fort Myers Beach earlier this month to raise tens of thousands of dollars in the 3^rd Annual Red Grouper Bash – of which $20,000 was donated to the Tommy Bohanon Foundation to support Lee County student-athletes.

Thirty-nine boats participated in the March 7-8 event at Moss Marina on Fort Myers Beach, as part of the Off Duty Fishing Series. The winner of the bash was Captain Garrett Drogue of Team Banger Boys, with a combined two-grouper weight of 31.34 pounds and a $12,000 payout. Diamond Sponsors Marine Detail took the largest payout at $17,500 capturing both third place and the Big Boy grouper Calcutta auction. A total of $55,100 was paid out in cash prizes to the top three regular division winners and Calcutta winners.

The Off Duty Fishing Series was founded by Ryan Joyce, Alec Dilallo and Michael Werner as a way to give back to the Fort Myers Beach community after the devastating effects of Hurricane Ian. Overall, $40,000 was raised at this year's tournament.

"We are truly grateful for the support Ryan, Alec and Michael have provided over the past few years," said Tommy Bohanon, the foundation's co-founder and namesake. "Their generosity enables the foundation to make a meaningful difference in the lives of countless young people in our community."

For more information about the Tommy Bohanon Foundation, please call 239-671-0441 or visit https://tommybohanonfoundation.org/.

About the Tommy Bohanon Foundation

The Tommy Bohanon Foundation is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization dedicated to supporting young athletes reach their highest potential on and off the playing field. Former NFL fullback Tommy Bohanon returned to his hometown in Southwest Florida to pursue his vision of ending generational poverty for at-risk youth. The foundation funds annual scholarships, sports equipment grants to local high schools, youth football camps, seminars and programs, as well as funding for other local nonprofits. For more information about the Tommy Bohanon Foundation, visit TommyBohanonFoundation.org or call 239-671-0441.