This article is for all those first timers who want to excel at the game of cornhole. The article explores what officials from American Cornhole Association and American Cornhole Organization have to say when it comes to playing cornhole like a pro.

Read on to find out what advice they impart to budding cornhole players!

Get Comfortable

Find a comfortable stance before throwing the bean bag. The most common stance adapted by players is stepping forward with the resting foot and then launching the bean bag with the dominant hand.

However, you can do whatever works for you, as some people stand still; others completely on their dominant side. Whichever method you are employing, make sure that your throw is as fluid as a gold swing to make it work.

Don't be greedy

Try to keep things simple in the beginning by mastering beginner level achievements. Don’t think about the hole, but try to throw your bean bag in the closest vicinity of it to get an idea about your strengths and weaknesses.

Relax

Like any other sport, once you have played enough games, the key to winning is all in your head.

About 90% of losses in cornhole occur because of mental stress a player is under during the game play. When you think about winning too much, it gets to you, and you tend to tighten up a bit. You are just throwing a bag in a hole, don’t get too stressed about it and enjoy your game.

Spin that thing

One thing which is important to a throw in cornhole is the spin. It is vital to get the bag where you want it to go. Typically, most new players struggle with spin the most. In order to ease yourself into the game, think of the bean bag as a Frisbee and give it a flat throw with a good spin, and there you have it!

Practice

You’ve heard this time and again – but this cliché holds true.  It is the only way to get better at the game. So don’t lose heart if you don’t succeed at first, grab a cold beer, and gear up to employ all this advice at your next game!

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