Q: Can you play in both the Double and Singles Division?

A: Players can play as both Doubles and Singles as long as they are competing in like divisions (i.e. Competitive Doubles players must stay in the competitive division if competing as singles).  If you register for unlike divisions, you will be defaulted from the tournament.

Q: How will teams be eliminated from the tournament?

A: This year’s tournament will begin with round robin play, guaranteeing all participants at least two rounds of play.  Round robin play will be one game, played to 21.  The team with the best record within each round robin draw will advance to the tournament’s main draw which will be single elimination, best 2 out of 3 matches, played to 21.  The tie-breaker for each round-robin play will be determined by the winner of the head-to-head match.

Q: The registration form didn’t ask for my partner’s name.  Did I miss something?

A: No.  During registration/check-in on the day of the tournament, we will ask for your partner’s name.  For now, just register one name and your information.

Q: Are food/drinks/beer included in the registration fee?

A: Food, drinks and beer aren’t included in the registration fee.  You may purchase food, drinks and beer during the event at a nominal price.

Q: How competitive is the competitive division?

A:  There will be some of the best players in the Midwest coming to play in this tournament, therefore the competitive division will be extremely competitive.  However, if you are up to the challenge and think that you are a good bags player, then the competitive division is for you!  If not, feel free to compete in our Social Division.

Q: What time should I get to Sears Centre Arena before my game?

A: If you registered online, you should arrive at the Sears Centre Arena no later than one hour before your division is scheduled to start for check-in.  If you are registering day-of, arrive as soon as possible within the allotted registration time to ensure that you’ll get a spot.  The schedule is as follows:

            8:00   am Registration for Competitive Doubles and Social Singles
            10:00 am Start time for Competitive Doubles and Social Singles

            11:00 am Registration for Competitive Singles and Social doubles
            12:30 pm Start time for Social Doubles and Competitive Singles

Q: Will there be any other activities going on the day of the event?

A:  There will be plenty of other things to do at the event for participants with down time and spectators.  There will be food, drinks and beer, as well as vendors selling cornhole supplies among other things.  There will also be a Cornhole Long Toss Challenge that anyone can enter for a very small fee.

Q: Will participants receive anything for registering for the event?

A:  Participants who pre-register will receive an official Tournament T-shirt for registering.  Participants registering day-of may receive a t-shirt, but it is not guaranteed.  Respected winners will receive a cash payout and a trophy.

Q:  What rules will tournament play follow?

A:  Tournament play will follow rules according to the American Cornhole Organization.