King Spearfisherman: Steve Hartley (Sea Tigers)
Champion Skindiver: G.R. Tarr (Red Tide)
Bluewater Champion: N. Rauber (TSW)
Junior Diver: Brandon Macedo
Senior Diver: C. Smits
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Although the rodeo this year was a great success, on a sadder note, many divers from Louisiana and around the country are mourning the death of a fellow spearfisherman during this year's rodeo. James Martin, an ex-navy seal from Pennsylvania, died Saturday off the coast of Venice, LA after a diving accident. The nature of the accident is unknown at this time. I am told that he leaves behind a wife and two children. Check back for updates.