Kirbyville High Fishing Team Wins SETX Tournament

Kirbyville's student anglers dominate regional high school competition on Sam Rayburn Reservoir.

Apr. 16, 2026 at 7:14am

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A fragmented, geometric painting in blues, greens, and silvers depicting the dynamic motion and competition of a high school fishing tournament.Kirbyville High's fishing team continues its regional dominance with a first-place finish at the latest SETX tournament.Kirbyville Today

The Kirbyville High School fishing team secured a first-place finish at the fifth tournament of the Southeast Texas High School Fishing Association season, held this past Saturday on Sam Rayburn Reservoir. The victory continues Kirbyville's strong performance in the regional high school fishing circuit.

Why it matters

High school fishing has grown rapidly in popularity across Texas, with hundreds of students now participating in competitive tournaments. Kirbyville's consistent success highlights the strength of their program and the community's investment in developing young anglers.

The details

Kirbyville High School's fishing teams have dominated the SETX High School Fishing Association this season, with the latest first-place finish coming at the fifth tournament of the year on Sam Rayburn Reservoir. The Kirbyville anglers outperformed teams from across the Southeast Texas region to claim the top spot.

  • The tournament was held on Saturday, April 12, 2026.
  • This was the fifth event in the SETX High School Fishing Association's 2026 season.

The players

Kirbyville High School

A public high school located in Kirbyville, Texas that fields successful competitive fishing teams.

SETX High School Fishing Association

A regional organization that hosts competitive high school fishing tournaments across Southeast Texas.

Sam Rayburn Reservoir

A large lake located in East Texas that is a popular destination for high school and collegiate fishing competitions.

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What’s next

The SETX High School Fishing Association will hold its next tournament on May 10, 2026 at Toledo Bend Reservoir.

The takeaway

Kirbyville High School's fishing program continues to be a powerhouse in the region, demonstrating the growth and popularity of high school angling competitions across Texas.