RedactedNarrative: Vessel 1 (LA 5478 FR) was heading Northeast in the Intracostal Waterway towards the Calcasieu Point boat launch occupied by only the operator.  Operator stated that while underway he was looking at other passing vessels and failed to maintain a proper lookout.  Upon returning his attention to the front of the vessel, Operator had veered off of his course and was heading towards the rocks on the south side of the Intracostal Waterway.  Operator stated that he panicked and it was too late to maneuver away from the rocks and his vessel was grounded onto the rocks.  The force of the impact caused significant damage to the starboard sponson.  PFDs and a kill switch lanyard were available on the vessel but were not used.  There were no injuries due to the accident and no alcohol or drugs involved.  Citation  was issued for Careless Operation