The World Championship of Cornhole is considered to be one of the top 'doubles' cornhole tournaments in the nation and this year, the event is going to be bigger and better than ever before.

Downtown streets of Portsmouth, Ohio, will be blocked off as cornholers from all around the country battle it out to see who will be the World Champions of Cornhole! The best part, we encourage everyone to play!

If you love the game of cornhole, or even if you just like it, this is the event for you! Just think, you could become The World Champion of Cornhole! Or at least you could play and take home the official t-shirt.

Make the drive to the historic river town of Portsmouth, Ohio, for a day of exciting cornhole, music, food and fun. Better yet, spend a weekend and explore all the activities and attractions the area has to offer.

The 2008 World Championship of Cornhole is open to players of all skill levels, ages 12 and up. Teams entered into the event include friends, co-workers, significant others, husbands and wives, and relatives. The best part about the World Championship is the fact you are gauranteed a full day of cornhole. We do this through a format that gives every team lots of playing time and plenty of opportunities to make it to the championship matchup.

Since its inception in 2006, the World Championship of Cornhole has received a lot of media attention because of its uniqueness. Players love the event because we work hard to make sure players are treated well and the tournament is run smoothly. In 2007, teams from six states participated in the event. We even had one player all the way from Scotland!

Organizers for the 2008 event couldn't contain all the cornhole action in one day so this year we will be hosting "The Downtown Throwdown" singles tournament on the eve of the World Championship. This tournament will feature cornhole, live music, food and drink and it gives players an opportunity to test out the same boards they will be playing on during the World Championship. Don't miss out on this unique opportunity to warm up and gain an edge on your opponents.

2008 Event Information:
Friday, August 1, 2008 - The Downtown Throwdown
1. Portsmouth, Ohio - 2nd Street
2. Outdoor (indoor gym will be utilized in event of rain)
3. Hosted by Main Street Portsmouth
4. Singles Tournament
5. Double Elimination Format

1st Place Prize
1. $100 Cash
2. Trophy

Trophies will also be awarded to 2nd, 3rd, and 4th place.

Times:
4:00-5:30 p.m.- Registration / Check-In
6:00 p.m. - Random draw for seeds
6:30 p.m. - Tournament begins

Cost: $10 / Player

Saturday, August 2, 2008 - The World Championship of Cornhole III

1. Portsmouth, Ohio - 2nd Street
2. Outdoor (indoor gym will be utilized in event of rain)
3. Hosted by Ohio Valley Chapter of the American Red Cross
4. Doubles Tournament
5. Tournament will be pool play / tournament. (Specifics to be determined)

Champion Prize: (Gauranteed)
1. $1,000 Cash
2. Official World Championship Belts (professional custom-made)
3. Trophies
4. Free entry in the World Championship of Cornhole for Life!
5. Lifetime bragging rights

Cash prizes and trophies will also be awared to the 2nd, 3rd and 4th place.

Times:
7:00-8:30 a.m. - Registration / Check-In
8:45 a.m. - Team Meeting
9:00 a.m. - Courts opened for practice
9:45 a.m. - Teams assigned to pools, courts
10:00 a.m. - Official Welcome, Singing of National Anthem, Ceremonial First Toss
10:15 a.m. - World Championship of Cornhole III begins!


Pre-Registration Cost: Teams that pre-register ($40) will be guaranteed the official event t-shirt
Registration Cost: Teams that do not pre-register ($50) will no receive a t-shirt

FAQS
How should I pack for The World Championship of Cornhole?
Wear comfortable and light weight clothing. Remember, August in Ohio can be very hot and humid so dress accordingly. Since you may be outside in the hot sun for an extended period of time, bring a hat and wear sunscreen. It may be a good idea to bring lawn chairs. There are some nice shady spots around the playing courts for you to sit and relax during the event.

What happens if it rains?
We have set up a special rain location in the event of inclement weather. Rain or shine, we are going to crown a new champion…are you up to the challenge?

How many matches will I play?
That all depends on how the bags fall and how many teams sign up. What we can gaurantee is the fact you will be playing a lot. The World Championship of Cornhole isn't just about winning the championship, its also about playing the game we all love so get you throwing arm ready 'cause you're gonna need it.