Everything You Need for a Cornhole Tournament

For the casual cornhole player who is looking to get more serious about the sport, entering in a tournament is the obvious next step. The problem is that you may not know how to get started.

Do I need my own equipment?

While it is best to have your own boards and bags, some tournaments will set up boards for gameplay so that players do not have to bring their own. Search online or in local papers for cornhole tournaments happening near you and see if they require you to bring your own boards.

What kind of equipment should I buy?

You’ll want to make sure that your equipment comes from an ACA-certified builder – like Custom Corntoss. This means that all equipment sold by these companies follow tournament regulations. It is important that your equipment is up to code when playing an official cornhole game.

How do I play in a tournament?

Look for cornhole tournaments happening near you. Often, they will have information about how to sign up. You don’t necessarily need to be in a league or on a team to sign up, either. Once you get to know the regular players and the tournament holders and have played a few games, the process of entering tournaments will be much easier. You may even find a team to join when you enter as a single player.

Should I join a league?

You don’t need to be part of a league to play in cornhole tournaments, but the comradery and the great feeling that comes from being part of a group will enhance your tournament experience. Many leagues have ways to sign up online or by other methods.

Remember, when first entering the cornhole tournament scene; don’t be afraid to put yourself out there and have fun!