How to play
To play, two Cornhole boards are needed, 8 bags (4 for each person or team), and 2-4 players. For more information on the sizing of the boards and bags, please see the Build link at the top of this page. Boards are technically placed 27 feet apart from the front edges of the boards; however, this will greatly vary on the settings in which the game is played. On a competitive level, a strict 27-foot distance is enforced. However, for recreational play, this can sometimes be shortened depending on age and skill level.
Cornhole scoring
Ultimately, the objective of the game is to reach or exceed a total of 21 points. A cornhole bag that is thrown through the hole is worth 3 points. A bag that is thrown and lands on the board, without falling off, is worth 1 point. If a bag is thrown that lands on the ground, or bounces onto the board, that is worth 0 points. Each round, or inning, of 8 bags thrown has what is called “Cancellation Scoring”. Only one team can score points in a single inning, so whichever person or team has the most points in that round will keep those points. The number of points earned in that round is the difference in the two scores. For example, Person A throws and earns 4 points in a round, while Person B earns 3 points in a round. Person A would get 1 point for that round, where Person B would get 0 – better luck next inning!