Captain Matt Fueyo
Captain Phil
Owner, captain, fishing expert, and veteran Matt Fueyo re-established Reel Tight Fishing Charters in 2016. Matt operated local inshore and offshore charters for 10 years in Sarasota, FL before the BP oil spill. After the devastating spill, he left the industry to join the Army and serve our country. Matt completed a tour overseas and safely returned home to pursue his lifelong dream and passion! Matt gained his high level of expertise, professionalism, and cleanliness via 20 years of experience operating charters on his boats and running yachts for high profile owners. While Blue Marlins are his favorite fish to catch, Snook and Tarpon give him the adrenaline pumping action that made him fall in love with Sport Fishing! Book a charter today for a Reel Tight experience!
Captain Phil was born in Sarasota and raised in a neighboring town, Englewood. He grew up in a fishing family and instantly fell in love with the sport. Phil decided to become a captain to share his skills, knowledge, techniques, and love of fishing with with others! Phil enjoys creating an awesome and unique fishing experience for every guest. Even on his off days, Phil is out on a boat catching Snook, Redfish, Grouper, Snapper, and even Sharks!
Captain Darius
Captain Darius is a Sarasota native and has been fishing here for over 10 years! He has worked in the fishing industry for 5 years doing everything from selling bait and tackle to deep sea fishing. He is a versatile fisherman and enjoys catching a variety of different species. He loves sharing the joy of fishing with his guests and makes sure their experience on the water is one to remember!
