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Hosting the Ultimate Backyard Cornhole Tournament: Score Big with Teamwork, Tosses, and Tremendous Fun!

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Hey, Cornhole Contenders! Ready to Toss Like a Boss?

Get ready to transform your backyard into the ultimate cornhole arena where family ties strengthen and friendly competition reigns supreme. Here’s your all-in-one guide to creating a day filled with laughter, camaraderie, and unforgettable fun.

Meet Bern, Our Bracket Brainiac

Bern, our competitive nephew from Princeton, crafts the perfect team pairings. His tournament rules add just the right spice to our gatherings:

  • Dizzy Bat Bonus: Teams can spin around ten times and chug a beverage to slash 5 points from the opposing team’s score.
  • Match Play: Best 2 of 3 to 21 (net scoring).
  • First Toss Advantage: Lower seeds throw first.

Creative Team Names

Our team names are part of our tradition and storytelling. For example:

  • Bump Set Spike: For our volleyball enthusiasts.
  • McLaurin Monsters: Named after two relatives.
  • Pea Casserole Power: Inspired by a kitchen mishap.

Setting Up the Brackets

Bern ensures balanced brackets for fair and exciting games. Complaints? Direct them to Bern; he’s got a snarky comeback ready!

Essential Gear and Setup

  • Cornhole Boards: Place 27 feet apart.
  • Bags: Four bags per team.
  • Scorekeeping: Use a flip scorecard or digital app.
  • Comfort Zones: Spread picnic blankets and cushions, or set up chairs and benches for viewing.

Feast and Refreshments

  • Coolers and Kegs: Keep drinks flowing with well-stocked coolers.
  • Food Options: A traditional crawfish boil or pig pull adds to the fun.

Style on the Field

  • Dress Code: From casual cutoffs to Easter Sunday’s best, come as you are and enjoy the game.

Capture the Fun

  • Memories: Set up a photo area and use a special event hashtag or create a shared album.

Why We Love This

Cornhole balances simplicity with excitement, making it perfect for all ages and skill levels. It’s about hanging out with family and friends, enjoying the fresh air, and creating lasting memories.

Ready to step up your game and make this cornhole tournament a beloved family tradition? Let’s get those bags flying, and may the best team win!

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