The 14th annual Bill Carey Sporting Clay Tournament will return to FishHawk Sporting Clays on Saturday, March 28, bringing together sportsmen, community leaders and supporters of local youth for a day of competition, camaraderie and cause-driven impact.
Benefiting the Carey Family Brandon Club, the annual event supports programs serving children and teens through the Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Tampa Bay. The tournament runs from 8 a.m.-1 p.m. at FishHawk Sporting Clays, located at 13505 Hobson Simmons Rd. in Lithia.
Participants can expect an expanded clay shoot tournament on a larger course, followed by a barbecue lunch provided by BubbaQue’s. The day will also feature raffle drawings with prizes including firearms, sporting goods, gift cards and more. Organizers say the event is designed to be both fun and meaningful, offering attendees the chance to enjoy a premier sporting experience while making a difference in the lives of local youth.
Registration for the tournament officially opened in January. Participants can register teams, purchase raffle tickets and explore sponsorship opportunities online at www.bgctampa.org/billcareyclayshoot.
“Shooting events like this allow our community to come together in support of the kids we serve at the Carey Family Brandon Club,” said Jamie McWade, director of events for the Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Tampa Bay. “It’s an exciting day that directly impacts the programs and opportunities available to our club members.”
The tournament schedule includes an 8 a.m. start time, with lunch served at 11:30 a.m. Sponsorship packages and raffle tickets will also be available for individuals and businesses looking to increase their support.
The event comes as the Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Tampa Bay celebrates 100 years of impact across the region. Since the Rotary Club of Tampa established the West Tampa Boys Club in 1926, the organization has expanded alongside the communities it serves, eventually merging with the former Boys & Girls Clubs of the Suncoast to better serve youth throughout Tampa Bay. Throughout a century of growth and change, the organization’s mission has remained the same: ensuring every child has a place to belong and a path to a brighter future.
For more information about the tournament, sponsorship opportunities or registration, contact McWade at jmcwade@bgctampa.org or by phone at 813-769-7528.
