Summertime and cornhole go hand-in-hand. Actually, everything and cornhole go hand-in-hand. What’s not to love about tossing a bag of corn across a lawn with friends? Cornhole is a great game for any party or gathering. It is easy to set up and does not require a lot of space. It is also a lot of fun, especially if you are playing in or hosting a tournament!
If you’re looking to step your game up this summer and host a cornhole tournament, we’ve got you covered. Hosting a cornhole tournament is a great way to add excitement to any party or gathering. Just remember to have a plan, make sure you have enough supplies, set up the playing area in advance, keep score, and most importantly—enjoy yourself! You can also check out our top 5 tips for hosting the perfect cornhole tournament below.
How to Run Your Own Cornhole Tournament
The first thing you need to do is create a plan. Before you do anything, sit down and map out your tournament. Decide how many people you want to invite, when you want to have the tournament, where it will be located, and what the prize will be for the winner. Once you have all of that figured out, you can start inviting people and making preparations. Make sure to pick a time when most of your guests will be able to attend. If you are planning on having a lot of people attend, you may want to consider renting a hall or outdoor space.
The second thing you need to do is make sure you have enough supplies. This seems like a no-brainer, but it’s important to make sure you have enough cornhole boards and bags for everyone who is playing. You don’t want to run out in the middle of the tournament! You should also create a sign-up sheet. This will help you keep track of who is playing in the tournament. You can use an online sign-up sheet or hand write one yourself.
The third thing you need to do is set up the playing area in advance. This will help avoid any last-minute scrambling when people start arriving for the tournament. Make sure the playing area is level and that there is enough space for everyone to throw without running into each other or knocking over any boards. You should set up the boards according to the tournament rules and have the rules posted for all participants. If you do not have your own rules, you can use rules from the ACA or ACL as they are post recognized cornhole associations.
The fourth thing you need to do is to figure out how you are going to keep score. Keeping score throughout the tournament will allow you to crown a winner at the end. If possible, appoint someone to keep track of the scores so you can focus on playing yourself! You can easily purchase a scoreboard or score strip that attaches the the boards, or you can just tally the results on a piece of paper. Whatever is the easiest for you will be the best for your tournament.
The fifth and last thing you need to do is enjoy yourself! This is probably the most important tip of all—just have fun! Cornhole is a game meant to be enjoyed with friends, so relax, crack open a cold one, and enjoy the summer sun. Even though you are taking in a competitive event, it is still important to remember that the game is meant to be fun.
Popular Cornhole Tournament Rules
Here are some basic rules you should follow if you are planning on hosting a cornhole tournament. First, each team must have four cornhole bags. Second, the cornhole boards must be placed at a distance of 27 feet away from the players. Third, each team gets two throws per turn, and points are scored if a cornhole bag goes into the hole or if it lands on the board. Fourth, the game is played to 21 points, and the winning team must win by two points. Fifth, if a team scores more than 21 points they will have to go back to 11 and keep trying. Finally, if both teams are consistently going past 21 points after 12 rounds, then sudden death overtime will be used to determine the winner. You also want to make sure you have a set that meets all official, regulation size cornhole board dimensions. This is especially important when hosting a tournament.
To score points, a corn bag must be thrown through the hole in the cornhole board or land and stay on the board. A corn bag that goes through the hole is worth 3 points. A corn bag that lands on the cornhole board is worth 1 point. A corn bag that lands on the ground is worth 0 points. There are many other rules that you can factor in if you'd like. However, these are the basic rules for playing cornhole. If these look good and self-explanatory, then you can now get together with some friends and family and have a cornhole tournament today!
Start Your Cornhole Tournament Today
If you're looking for a fun way to spend any day, consider hosting a cornhole tournament. The popularity of cornhole tournaments is on the rise, and for good reason. They're a great way to get together with friends and family, enjoy the outdoors (or indoors), and compete in a friendly game.
All you need to do to get started is gather some supplies, choose your cornhole tournament rules, and have fun! And who knows, maybe you'll even win a prize. Cornhole tournaments are a blast to play in and even more fun to watch. If you want to host your own tournament, follow the five tips mentioned above and everyone will have a great time. And don’t forget the most important rule: have fun. So grab some friends and get ready for some competition!