Open Offshore Side Pot — Rules & Entry The Open Offshore Side Pot is an exciting add-on competition for Tackle Time Tournament participants. Please read the following rules carefully before registering. Entry Rules Fishermen may only enter side pots at the time of registration. No side pot entries will be accepted after registration is complete. Participants must present proof of their registration time and date when entering a fish into a side pot. You must be entered into the Offshore Division of the tournament to participate. Fish in the Open Category include Barracuda, Dorado / Mahi Mahi, Triple Tail, and Wahoo. the weight is determined by the percentage of the state record for each fish. Payout The pot pays out 80% of the total collected side pot entry fees. The single largest Open Offshore fish entered into the side pot wins. Good luck and tight lines! Contact the Texas City Jaycees with any questions.