Practice Your Aim

Where should you aim on board? Unless you are going for nothing but net, consider aiming slightly below the hole on the cornhole board. Even though you are trying to put the bag in the hole, the bag is going to slide, and by aiming directly at your target, you will likely overshoot your aim. Try to land the bag a few inches below and watch it slide into your goal.

If you get your bag stuck to cornhole boards below the hole, there are options. Your opponent will then have to throw over your bag and hope to land a direct hit or essentially use their bag to push yours into the hole ahead of it. You may have landed in the middle of the board, but you also made it more difficult for your opponent. 

Find Your Footing

Being comfortable and balanced when standing contributes to how you throw the bag. Everyone is different. Some people prefer a wide stance and swing forward with a step toward the board, and others prefer to keep their feet together using only their arms for momentum. Find a stance that you are comfortable with and practice. Don’t be afraid to vary your stance to find the method that is right for you.

Proper Holding Technique

How you hold the bag when you throw helps determine the bag’s direction and how it will hit the cornhole boards. If you are holding the bag by the corner, it will likely hit the board on a corner instead of being flat. A bag that hits at this angle often slides off the board instead of into the hole. Try to hold the bag flat, like a sandwich, and launch at the board for a solid landing and a smooth slide into your target. 

Tricky Shots

Expect the unexpected when it comes to cornhole boards. Once you have gotten the hang of basic throwing and are comfortable with your game, it is time to learn some new moves. Try placing an extra bag just under the hole. Take aim and attempt to slide your bag up the board to knock the obstacle bag out of the way. Try tossing a bag directly into the hole when being blocked by the obstacle bag. Also, practice hitting the very top of the board to slide down into the hole. All of these moves give you a better chance of scoring against a seasoned opponent.   

Practice, Patience, and More Practice

Cornhole is a sport that all ages and fitness levels can play. Skill comes with time and patience, and for the most improvement in your cornhole game, it takes practice. Cornhole is enjoyable, promotes eye-hand coordination, and provides significant social interaction. Consider hosting a family and friends event for your next cookout for a friendly competition and an opportunity to play against others in an easy-going and familiar setting. With practice, you will see your confidence increase and become a skilled cornhole player.