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Tips from the #1 Cornhole Player in the Country

Matt Guy gives his cornhole "how to" hints to improve your cornhole toss

Matt Guy, 2007 World Cornhole ChampionCurrently the #1 ranked cornhole player in the country, Matt Guy is a two-time World Cornhole Champion. Below are some basic cornhole play tips to help improve your play at the next cornhole outing. Matt plays about 40 tournaments each year, but his favorite cornhole partner is his son, who is an up and coming cornhole player in his own right.

Toss the bag flat You can get a more consistent toss when you toss the bag flat.

Add spin to the toss To maximize the toss once it hits the board, a clockwise spin will help guide the bag to the hole. Left-handers should try a counter-clockwise spin.

Keep an 8-foot arch The toss should have about an 8-foot arch and aim at the middle of the board. The bag spin should guide it close to the hole without going off the board. Add about two feet to the arch if there are bags on the board to get the bag directly in the hole.

Square stance player should stand with their shoulders square to the board and concentrate not to dip the shoulders or move the head.

Most common mistake Moving head and shoulders. It is important to not move the head and shoulders it’s like trying to hit a moving target.

No matter what, remember the following three things when playing cornhole, whether in your back yard or in a tournament:

  1. Be consistent
  2. Be courteous
  3. Have fun!

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