Frequently Asked Questions
Striper Cup FAQs
Getting Started
What is the Striper Cup?
The Striper Cup is a 20-week fishing tournament that runs from May 1 to September 20. You can submit photos of striped bass you catch, and the more fish you submit, the better your chances of winning weekly prizes.
How do I enter?
Simply submit a photo of caught fish through the Striper Cup website here. A photo of you holding the fish is all that’s required!
What kind of fish can I submit?
You can only submit migratory striped bass from the East Coast. Landlocked or hybrid stripers DO NOT count.
When will my sign-up box arrive?
Boxes ship starting in April 2026. If you sign up early, you’ll get yours in early April. Otherwise, expect it within a week of signing up.
Your Golden Ticket (which gets you into StriperFest) will be mailed separately and should arrive the week before the event in September.
How the Tournament Works
How do winners get chosen?
You can submit up to 3 fish per week. Each inch of fish equals one chance to win. For example, three 20-inch fish = 60 chances to win that week.
It’s a random drawing, so bigger and more fish give you better odds—but even small or fewer fish still have a shot at winning. Prizes are separated into four groups: Shore, Kayak, Boat, and Youth (under 18) so everyone has a fair chance.
When can I submit fish?
Each week’s submissions are eligible from Sunday through Saturday. The submission form stays open until 5:00 PM the following Monday so you have extra time to get your photos in. Winners are announced every Wednesday.
Why wasn’t my photo displayed?
We don’t share photos of fish that are excessively bloody, covered in sand, or anything inappropriate (Keep it G-rated). We love featuring clean, healthy-looking fish with their fins up and happy anglers
Your submission doesn’t need to be perfect to win! We only share photos that look great in our updates, but everyone has an equal shot at prizes.
What are the prizes?
Check out our prizes page here for the full list of weekly prizes!
Can I still win if my fish is small?
Yes! Any size fish can win a prize. The Striper Cup isn’t about who catches the biggest fish — it’s about having fun.
What if I don’t catch fish one week?
No problem. You don’t have to submit fish every week. Just submit when you can!
Do I need a tape measure in my photos?
No. Just smile and hold your fish! We just need to see the whole fish so we can check the size.
What if I want to keep the fish I catch?
Harvesting legal fish is completely fine. We encourage catch-and-release, but it’s not required.
How do I know if I won?
Winners are announced every Wednesday via Email and the Website. We’ll contact you by email or phone using the information you provided when you entered.
Where is my Golden Ticket?
Golden Tickets are mailed and should arrive the week before StriperFest. If you don’t get yours by September 23, contact our office and we’ll have one waiting for you at the event.
Who wins the trophy?
The Striper Cup trophy goes to a club or person picked by the Striper Cup Committee from the nominees.
Questions?
Email us at stripercup@onthewater.com, or call (508) 548-4705 (Monday–Friday, 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM)
