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Welcoming Wilmington NC's new dealer, Off the Hook, to The Sportsman family. Blog > welcoming Wilmington NC's new dealer, Off the Hook, to The Sportsman family. Sportsman Boats welcomes Off the Hook Yachts to its dealer network in Wilmington, North Carolina following the acquisition of BellHart Marine. With experienced sales and service teams plus convenient access through Sloop Point Marina, the partnership gives Sportsman owners a complete boating experience across Southeastern North Carolina. July 24, 2026 * - Strong dealer partnerships that share values drive growth and deepen customer relationships. * - Strategic acquisitions expand the brand footprint and marina access to deliver greater convenience for boaters. * - The Sportsman Boats network offers a complete experience from new boat sales to service and restoration. At Sportsman Boats, Sportsman Boats Manufacturing, Inc. know that a great boating experience starts long before a customer ever leaves the dock. It starts with having the right dealer partner - one that values service, relationships, and the boating lifestyle just as much as Sportsman Boats Manufacturing, Inc. do. That's why Sportsman Boats Manufacturing, Inc. is excited to officially welcome Off the Hook Yachts to the Sportsman Boats dealer network as they expand into the Wilmington, North Carolina market through the acquisition of BellHart Marine. This is an exciting move for boaters in the Wilmington Market, and Sportsman Boats Manufacturing, Inc. couldn't be happier to partner with a team that brings so much experience, passion, and capability to the table. For more than 20 years, BellHart Marine has built a strong reputation throughout the region by providing dependable marine sales, service, and refit support with a customer-first mindset. Their knowledgeable team has served boaters of all kinds with professionalism and expertise, becoming a trusted name in the Wilmington boating community. Now, by joining forces with Off the Hook Yachts, the operation is positioned to become a true powerhouse in the coastal Carolina market. Customers can expect the same commitment to service and expertise that BellHart Marine has been known for, combined with the energy, resources, and growth vision that Off the Hook brings to the table. One of the biggest advantages of this partnership is the addition of Sloop Point Marina in Hampstead, NC. The marina features a 400-slip dry stack facility, giving Sportsman owners convenient storage and easy access to the water. In addition to dry stack storage, Sloop Point offers a full-service marina experience designed to support boaters before and after every trip. Together, the team offers a complete marine experience including new boat sales, service and repowers, marine electronics and audio, vessel restoration, and factory-authorized support as a Mercury Premier Service Dealer and Yamaha Outboards Authorized Service Center. As the Wilmington market continues to grow, Sportsman Boats Manufacturing, Inc. believe this partnership creates an incredible opportunity for both current and future Sportsman owners throughout the region. More importantly, it gives customers access to a team that understands boating isn't just about buying a boat - it's about building lasting relationships and creating unforgettable days on the water. Sportsman Boats Manufacturing, Inc. is proud to welcome Off the Hook Yachts/Bellhart Marine to the Sportsman Boats family and look forward to an exciting future together in Southeastern North Carolina.

Three more Neptune Awards highlight Sportsman Boats' Marketing Innovation. Blog > three more Neptune Awards highlight Sportsman Boats' Marketing Innovation. Sportsman Boats celebrates three wins at the 2025 Neptune Awards, earning recognition for Tide To Table, the Heritage 321 long form walkthrough and Design Studio 2.0. These awards highlight its commitment to creative risk, long form education and innovative digital tools that continue to elevate marine marketing. February 17, 2026 * - Sportsman Boats earned three Neptune Awards this year, bringing its total to 12 and validating its marketing leadership. * - The Tide To Table campaign along with a cookbook and Design Studio 2.0 expanded the brand reach and boosted lead generation. * - Victor Gonzalez's work on Discover Boating's board reflects industry leadership and helps align brands, dealers and campaigns to grow boating's share. The Sportsman Boats team is proud to announce that Sportsman Boats Manufacturing, Inc. secured three more Neptune Awards at the 2025 Marine Marketers Association (MMA) Neptune Awards. This marks a huge milestone for its marketing team, bringing Sportsman Boats Manufacturing, Inc. to 12 total awards, including two previous King Neptune Awards for Best Overall Marketing Campaign. This year Sportsman Boats Manufacturing, Inc. decided to mix things up, take a risk and invest in something new. Sportsman Boats Manufacturing, Inc. has created video series around boats, how to build boats and education on all things boating, but Sportsman Boats Manufacturing, Inc. had not stepped outside of that until now. The idea came from a simple question: What's something most boaters do but may be uneducated in? Fishing and cooking the fish they catch. Most boaters have spent time with a rod and reel in hand and enjoyed successful days on the water, but many are looking for better ways to prepare the fish they bring home. Sportsman Boats Manufacturing, Inc. set out to create a series that would teach boaters from all brands and walks of life how to cook a gourmet meal with the fish they caught. Tide To Table did just that. With professional Chef Eric Greenwood as its host, Sportsman Boats Manufacturing, Inc. hit the water, caught fresh fish, collected oysters, crabs and shrimp, and turned those fresh proteins into incredible meals for the camera. Sportsman Boats Manufacturing, Inc. took it a step further. Sportsman Boats Manufacturing, Inc. didn't just create a great video series, Sportsman Boats Manufacturing, Inc. captured high quality photography and converted all that work into a thoughtfully designed cookbook that people can keep in their kitchens. Sportsman Boats Manufacturing, Inc. built a brand around the series and created something entirely new, something other marine manufacturers were not doing. Through food, Sportsman Boats Manufacturing, Inc. introduced the Sportsman brand to new audiences. That successful series led Sportsman Boats Manufacturing, Inc. to bringing home its second Neptune Award for Best Video Series. The video awards did not stop there. The Heritage 321 is a boat that broke the norm for center consoles and Sportsman Boats Manufacturing, Inc. had to showcase that innovation through video. Sportsman Boats Manufacturing, Inc. created what Sportsman Boats Manufacturing, Inc. believe to be the best walkthrough in Sportsman history for the Heritage 321. This walkthrough wasn't designed for millions of views but for thousands of the right views. It became a cinematic collection of information and stunning visuals that show what life on the Heritage 321 truly looks like. At over 30 minutes long, it's not something everyone will sit through, but it is something serious buyers will sit and watch. This walkthrough helps qualify leads before they ever step foot into a dealership. With over 20% of viewers watching through the video, Sportsman Boats Manufacturing, Inc. can see how effective it has been. It has set a new standard in boat walkthroughs for its brand and for the marine industry and was well deserving of the Best Long Form Video Neptune Award. Lastly, Sportsman Boats Manufacturing, Inc. cannot forget its Best Marketing Innovation Neptune Award for Design Studio 2.0. The Design Studio is an incredibly effective tool for lead generation and user interaction on its website and Sportsman Boats Manufacturing, Inc. knew it was time for a subtle update. Sportsman Boats Manufacturing, Inc. used CAD models within digital animation software along with a custom algorithm to create thousands of rendered images that allow users to customize their very own Sportsman in every possible configuration. Users can build their boat, envision it before placing an order and receive their own PNG image of the final build. Not only does this allow users to see what their boat could look like, it also generates high quality leads. Each build is sent directly to the user's local dealer along with their contact information, allowing dealers to stay connected with potential buyers. This tool has been transformative for its website, its brand and its lead generation efforts. This year's Neptune Awards mean a lot to its team. They continue to show that its marketing innovations are working and that Sportsman Boats Manufacturing, Inc. is helping lead within the marine marketing space. Sportsman Boats Manufacturing, Inc. represent its brand first and foremost, but Sportsman Boats Manufacturing, Inc. also represent what it looks like to be a marketer in the marine industry. Sportsman Boats Manufacturing, Inc. must continue pushing ourselves to market the marine space well so that Sportsman Boats Manufacturing, Inc. can grow as an industry. Beyond its internal efforts, Sportsman Boats Manufacturing, Inc. is also proud of the leadership happening at the industry level. Its Chief Marketing Officer, Victor Gonzalez, serves on the board for Discover Boating and continues to play an active role in shaping the future of marine marketing as a collective. This year he participated in a panel outlining the 2026 goals for Discover Boating and how, as an industry, Sportsman Boats Manufacturing, Inc. must work together to expand its visibility and capture more of the broader pleasure market currently dominated by RV and travel sectors. By aligning brands, dealers and national campaigns under a unified strategy, the goal is clear: grow boating's share of the leisure market and position the marine industry for long term, sustainable growth. Its team at Sportsman Boats is proud to help lead the charge in sharing the marine lifestyle with the world. Sportsman Boats Manufacturing, Inc. plan to continue innovating and refining its marketing efforts to show that Sportsman Boats Manufacturing, Inc. is one of the strongest teams in the business and Sportsman Boats Manufacturing, Inc. love seeing the marine industry thrive.