Event preview: CKA returns to Randleman!

CKA Tournament 5

Randleman Reservoir, NC

June 24, 2023

Presented by Miller Shed Haulers

It all began on Randleman on a bright autumn day in 2013. Earlier that year, anglers like Shelly Efird were finishing up what would be the fourth and final season of the Carolina Yakfish kayak tournament trail.

Shelly Efird at a 2013 Carolina Yakfish tournament

When Carolina Yakfish closed shop, they arranged a hand off to a new kayak fishing club. First known as Triad Area Kayak Anglers (TAKA), the club changed its name to CKA in late 2013, shortly after that bright day on Randleman.

That first tournament was a team event, and a good one. And the good ones have kept coming for ten years now.

So join us on our home lake Randleman Reservoir on June 24, 2023, for event 5 of the 2023 CKA tournament season!!!!

Boundaries, Launches and Rules

Boundaries: Certain areas of the lake are off limits to fishing and marked by buoys. Do not fish beyond those markers.

The tournament is a multi-launch event, and the listed access areas (below) will be the only eligible locations to launch on Lake Randleman. Keep in mind that launches at Randleman have limited space and driving access, so there will be lines. Be sure to arrive early, respect fellow boaters and be careful and helpful at the launches.

There is an additional launch fee for which anglers are responsible. Please keep in mind that CKA does not control access to the ramps and if a gate is closed or it opens late, there is nothing we can do.

Launches are located at

Southwest Park, 6309 Southwest Park Drive, Randleman, NC 27407
Randleman Marina 7123 Adams Farm Road, Randleman NC 27317

Captains Meeting

The Captains Meeting will be held on Thursday evening (June 22) at 8 pm prior to the event on CKA’s Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/carolinakayakanglers/

The unique event code will be released on Friday evening on Fishing Chaos.

Post- Tournament Check-In

Anglers who wish to retain their points must attend post-event awards in person.

The check in location for the Randleman event is tbd; stay tuned for more info.

Anglers must be present at the post-tournament check-in to collect prizes. If you place in the money, you will be asked to remain for post-event photographs. In the absence of submitted written dispute, prizes will be distributed via PayPal within 24 hours.

Remember: All CKA Tournaments are 2024 KBF National Championship Qualifying Events, but you must be a KBF member prior to the CKA event. To become a KBF member, click here: https://www.kayakbassfishing.com/join/

Don’t forget the Str8-Up Mounts BIG BASS pot! The Biggest Bass of the 2023 season will receive a $500 reward as well as a custom Ketch trophy. Both will be awarded after the Gate City Classic in September!

Please be sure to obtain a valid N.C. license. CKA asks for proof of a valid license for anglers who win prizes.