Swainskis Crowned Champions in the Wilson Elite Flathead Series Grand Final

The curtain has closed on another thrilling season of the Wilson Elite Flathead Series, with the Grand Final delivering edge-of-your-seat competition and some standout performances on the water. After four tough rounds, it all came down to the final, and it was Swainskis (George Sands, Hayden Swain & Jason Swain) who rose to the occasion. With a cracking bag totalling 674 points, the team locked in 1st place overall and secured their place in Wilson Elite history.

Final Standings – Top 10 Teams

• Swainskis – 674 pts

• Nomad Design – 656 pts

• Lowrance McCarthy Baits – 654 pts

• Flat Spinning Surf Coast Marine – 624 pts

• Team Nulook Floors – 624 pts

• Capns Charters – 610 pts

• S Tackle – 610 pts

• Bonza – 602 pts

• Bend It N Send It – 610 pts

• Boof Me Gently – 595 pts

With only a handful of points separating the top teams, the Grand Final proved just how competitive this series has become.

Special Awards

Largest Flathead – Hayden Swain (91cm)

2nd Largest Flathead – Wayne Peeters (87cm)

3rd Largest Flathead – Patrick Maron (85cm, 1 of 4 fish at this length!)

Largest Flathead Female – Lauren Parkinson (67cm, Caught On Fishing)

Largest Flathead Junior – Jeep Gardner (53cm, Trench Digger)

Smallest Measured Fish – Karla Munsford (39cm, Trench Digger)

A Season to Remember. From windy, wet starts to nail-biting finishes, the Wilson Elite Flathead Series has once again showcased some of the best anglers in the region. With bags full of metre-class fish, a spread of junior and female competitors stepping up, and team rivalries keeping everyone on their toes, this year has been a benchmark for the future of the competition.

The committee extends a big thank you to Wilson Fishing for their incredible support, along with all sponsors, anglers, and volunteers who make this series possible. As the sun sets on this season, one thing is certain – the bar has been raised, and 2026 promises to be even bigger.