Cornhole The Game

WEBSITE

http://texascornhole.web.officelive.com

EMAIL

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THE HISTORY OF CORNHOLE

The true history of the game is mostly unknown, though stories abound. One story claims that the game was first played during the 14th century in Germany, then rediscovered in Kentucky within the last century. Despite debate about whether the game was actually created in the Kentucky farmland, Champaign, IL or the West Side of Cincinnati, some sources credit the invention to western Cincinnati,but by whom or when is unknown. Popularity of the game began to increase in the late 1990's in Cincinnati area universities, particularly Miami University where cornhole became a mainstay at parties and as a casual drinking game. Cornhole has since spread all over the United Sates as a casual game during social events, tailgating, at the beach, BBQ and recently in major tournaments throughout the country.

BASICS OF THE GAME

Cornhole a.k.a "tailgate toss," "bean bag toss," "baggo," or "bags" is a game in which players take turns pitching bags (cotton duck cloth bags filled with feed corn) at a raised platform with a hole in the far end. These platforms are usually made with plywood or occasionally plastic, and are often decorated. A corn bag in the hole scores 3 points, while one on the platform scores 1 point. Play continues until a player or team reaches the score of 21.

• Regulation platforms measure 4 ft × 2 ft. However, standard tailgating platforms usually measure 3 ft. × 2 ft, but may vary.

• The height of the back end is 12 inches from the ground while the height of the front end can vary from 2½ to 4 inches

• The cornhole platforms are set 27 ft from front edge to Front edge of each board.

• Each hole (6-inch diameter, and one per board) are centered 9 inches in from the back.

• Adjacent to each side of the platform is a pitching area, that measure 4ft x3ft that each player must remain in while tossing bags.

• Additionally, there must be 12 ft of vertical clearance above the playing area.

• Cornhole matches are broken down into innings (or frames) of play. During each inning, every player throws four bags. A player may deliver the bag from either the left or right pitcher's box, but, in any one inning, all bags must be delivered from the same pitcher’s box. It is possible that both players can throw from the same pitcher's box. The player who scored in the preceding inning pitches first in the next inning. If neither pitcher scores, the contestant or team who pitched last in the preceding inning pitches first in the next inning.

• Cornhole can be played as either doubles or singles. In doubles play, four players split into two teams. One member from each team pitches from one cornhole platform and the other members pitch from the other.

• In singles play, two players play against each other. Delivery is handled in the same manner as doubles play. Both contestants pitch from the same cornhole platform and alternate their pitches until all of their bags have been pitched, completing the inning or frame.

LAYOUT GAME PLAY

SCORING• In order to score, the bags must either be tossed

into the hole or land on the board.

• A bag that falls through the hole is worth a value of three points. The bag can be tossed directly into the hole, slide into the hole, or be knocked into the hole by another bag.

• A bag that lands on the board and is still on the board at the end of the inning is worth one point.

• If a bag touches the ground and comes to rest on the board, it is removed from the board prior to continuation of play and not worth any points.

• Usually, cancellation scoring is used. In cancellation scoring, bags that fall in the hole and bags that land on the board that are pitched by opponents during a frame cancel each other out.

• That is, if one player scores four points and the other player scores three points, the first player receives one point for the inning. In case of a tie, the team who ties the game, must go first.

• A cornhole match is played until the first player or team reaches or exceeds twenty-one points at the completion of an inning.

• The match usually can not end in the middle of an inning.

• Thus, if a team that pitches first reaches or exceeds twenty-one points, the game does not end until the other side is allowed to pitch all of their bags and the inning is completed.

LENGTH OF GAME

TERMINOLOGY (Texas Style)• Ace or cow pie A bag lands on the board, which is worth one point.

• Back door A cornhole that goes over the top of a blocker and into the hole.

• Backstop A bag that lands past the cornhole but remains on the board creating a backboard for a slider to knock into without going off the board.

• Cornfusion When players or teams cannot agree on the scoring of a given inning.

• Blocker An ace that lands in front of the hole, essentially blocking the hole from sliders.

• Cornhole or Drāno A bag falls in the hole, which is worth three points. The alternative name is a reference to a trademark, that of a sink clog clearing product.

• Dirty Bag A bag that is on the ground or is hanging off the board touching the ground.

• Gusher , double deuce, or Catorce Four cornholes by a single player in a single round.

• Hanger An ace on the lip of the hole ready to drop.[

• Hooker A bag hitting the board and hooking or curving around a blocker and going in the hole.

• Jumper A bag that strikes another bag on the board causing it to jump up into the cornhole.

• Police The cornhole referee.

• Sally or corn patty A toss that is thrown too weakly and lands on the ground before reaching the board. Shucker When a player pitches a bag and it strikes an opposing players bag knocking it off the board.

• Skunk or Whitewash A game that, by some rules, ends in an 11-0 score.

• Slider A cornhole that slides into the hole.

• Swish A bag that goes directly in the hole without touching the board.

WHAT WE WANT TO ACCOMPLISH

•Our goal is to introduce our friends, neighbors, and business partners to the incredible game of Cornhole (bags, baggo, corn toss etc.) through;

Promotion through business partners. Spread the game of Cornhole throughout the United States via leagues, tournaments and charity functions featuring Cornhole at locations across the country. In addition, bringing new patron’s to our business partners locations that might not have ever been or have not visited recently.

Provide useful information. Provide through website and newsletters the happenings within the cornhole world. Information includes style, technique, practice methods and much more.

Standardize Cornhole . To assist in establishing and promoting standard rules and regulations of the game for league and tournament play around the Country.

Ranking and Rating System – To have a standard ranking and rating system to allow players to compete with one another around the country based on consistent stats that are followed by all.

Builder and Supplier. To provide reliable boards and bags at an affordable price that allows people of all ages both male and female to Enjoy the sport, competition, new friendships, and entertainment that comes with playing the game.

BOARD AND BAG SAMPLES

ORGANIZATIONS WE WORK WITH

OUR PARTNERSHIP WITH YOU

• Build your Boards and Bags for locations throughout the Metroplex.

• Marketing Partner.

• Host events at your locations.

• Hold Skill and Challenge Competition during sporting events.

• Hold Tournaments with you at your locations.

• Sponsor Events throughout the Metroplex

WEBSITE

http://texascornhole.web.officelive.com

EMAIL

[email protected]

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