The Annual General Meeting (AGM) of the KSFA (Kingfisher Sport Fishing Association) was held on 5th January 2025 at Al Legna. The event was well-attended, with 18 members present, showcasing their continued commitment to the growth and success of the association.

Agenda Highlights

            1.         Financial Report

The Treasurer presented the financial report, which provided a comprehensive overview of the association’s financial standing for the past year. The report highlighted stable revenues and effective cost management. The members were informed of the association’s surplus, ensuring resources are available for future projects and events.

            2.         Administrative Report

The Secretary delivered the administrative report, summarizing the association’s activities and achievements during the year. Key points included successful fishing events, growing membership, and strengthening partnerships with sponsors. The report emphasized KSFA’s goal of promoting sustainable fishing practices and fostering community engagement.

            3.         Arising Matters

Members discussed various matters arising from the reports. Suggestions were made for improving participation in events, enhancing marketing strategies, and engaging younger members in fishing activities to ensure long-term sustainability for the association.

            4.         Votes on Changes in the Association’s Operations

Members voted on a series of proposed changes to improve the efficiency and running of the association. The motions were passed by a majority, reflecting the members’ shared vision for a stronger KSFA.

            5.         Election of Committee Members

As part of the AGM, 8 committee members were elected by the members present. The new committee will be tasked with guiding the association through 2025, implementing the proposed changes, and ensuring its continued growth.

Sponsors and Partnerships

A significant development discussed during the meeting was the change in the main sponsor. Go Fish will now serve as the primary sponsor of KSFA, reflecting a renewed focus on partnerships that align with the association’s goals. During this meeting Mr. Norbert Spagnol (one of the directors of Go Fish) said that it was a pleasure for the company for being chosen to support KSFA and promised to make this partnership a success. Additionally, other sponsors were confirmed, including Al Legna, Visit Malta, and Marindex, further strengthening the association’s financial backing and network.

Event Highlights

The AGM concluded with a complimentary delightful buffet breakfast, offering members an opportunity to network and celebrate their shared passion for fishing.

Looking Ahead

With a new committee in place, confirmed sponsors, and a collective commitment to growth, KSFA is set to achieve greater milestones in 2025. Members expressed their optimism and excitement for the year ahead, emphasizing their dedication to making KSFA a leading voice in the fishing community.

 

1st World Championship Sea Float Angling - Samos 2024

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Kingfisher Sport Fishing Association MALTA

ABOUT KSFA

KSFA knows its origins to its brainchild and founder Steve Johnston who has since left Malta to seek  pastures new in Canada, where he has already revolutionised the art of float fishing! Steve's idea was to promote sports fishing in Malta, with particular emphasis to catch & release, which was unheard of back in the 1980's. It all started when a group of anglers used to meet and fish competitions. This eventually prompted Steve to go a step further, and thus in 1990 Kingfisher Sports Fishing Club was born! Which eventually proceeded to become an association, with the integration of The Mullet Club and the Kids Club under its umbrella.

KSFA'S  popularity soared where at any  given time it counted over 200 members, but some people found the catch & release bit a hard pill to swallow, it was a huge culture change back then and to a certain extent still is!

48 hours fishing marathons were organised every year for various charities where our anglers fished non stop, with live entertainment for the people in the backgroud. Donations were collected through Phone ins and on the spot. At one time we even had TV coverage from local stations throughout.

These eventually gave way to 3 day tournaments, where our anglers fish 3 different venues in couples during different times of day which makes for a very intense and exciting weekend.

KSFA also organises various leagues, which are the Doubles League where as the name implies, anglers fish in pairs, the Singles league, Mullet League and Float Fishing league. These are spread throught the year and are held in the main on Sunday mornings. The float fishing league doubles up for Qualifications for International Tournaments

In 2023 KSFA achieved what could be considered a milestone in its illustrious history when for the first time, it applied and was given the green light to send its anglers abroad to represent Malta in the European Float Fishing Championships in Italy where its Anglers returned with a very credible result.

One year in and  2024 saw KSFA participate in the World Float Fishing Champiodhips which were held in Samos Greece.

In 2025 and our anglers will be travelling to Menton France!

Come 2027 and a further milestone will be reached as KSFA will host the World Float Fishing Championships in Malta.                                                                                               

 

                                                                                     

Join KSFA

Frequently asked questions on our association:
 
Who can become a member?
Everyone can join our club. Competitions and leagues are held around Malta in various location so practically one must have his own transport to attend in every venue.
 
What should I learn from the club?
Joining KSFA will not guarantee you become a top fisherman. We just focus on shore fishing and basically one will only be learning and improving on the sports aspect of fishing. One must keep in mind that fishing is very complex and by joining KSFA you are not learning the natural fishing art.
 
How much will it cost?
It will only cost around 15 euros to pay your yearly membership fee, around 20 euros to compete in the singles, doubles league and mullet league.
But as all other sports you need to have good tackle, good bait on the day which will end up as a good expense to compete in all matches.
 
How long has KSFA been going on?
Kingfisher Sport Fishing Association has been been there since the early 90's. Founded by Steve Johnston the club has grown and matured and today we can say we are the leaders in Sport Fishing organisation when we come to sport fishing on the island. Our anglers have always placed in top positions and also participated in various international tournaments abroad with successive results.
 
What is the club's main aim?
Our aim is to use our sports as a conservation to our future. In all matches the rule of Catch and Release is always practiced and our members are always taught how to care for the future of fish and marine conservation. Lately we also partnered with the University of Malta and in most matches our catches are being monitored and studied by students who attend the fishing leagues and gauge our catch.
 
When should one become member?
One can become member whenever he wants, but it is advisable that one should join prior to a league starts.

 

 

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