Saskatchewan Cornhole Association
To promote the growth of Cornhole in Saskatchewan.
We will use the game of cornhole to overcome societal challenges by ensuring we support leagues that provide safe inclusive spaces for people of all ages, races, ethnic origins, sexual orientation, gender, religion, and socio-economic status.
Club News
Coo from the Coop for the week of July 22nd
I know we are only in July, but I wanted to highlight some key dates so you can mark them in your calendars and not have to miss great nights at the BackYard. Sept 09,2024 – Ladies Night Kick off Sept 10, 2024 – Tier 3 and 4 League Singles Kick off Sept 11, 2024...
Calendar of Events
Where It All Started
The Saskatchewan Cornhole Association originated from a backyard game, a phone call to the President of the CCL in 2019, and what we are today. We originated at the Italian club throughout the pandemic and then moved to the Hungarian Club until today. Now, the SCA has formed to grow the game of cornhole here in Saskatchewan. We will be hosting clinics on how to play the game and expanding it here in our great province.
League Descriptions
Kids & Caregiver Nights are our Beginner level of players. All age ranges for both kids and caregivers are welcome!! These beginner players are wanting to learn, enjoy, and explore the game of cornhole for the fun of the sport. Generally, this level of player is new to the game or may have thrown bags in their backyard. If you have never played the game of cornhole before, this is your place to start!
The progression of this tier will see players going from having very little control over where the bag is going, and the bag often misses the board to players developing a feel for the distance needed to toss the bag but will have trouble consistently hitting and staying on the board. Typically, this level of player is in the beginning stages of developing a consistent throwing motion that can be repeated.
The goal of the Kids & Caregiver Night is to provide a social outlet where players can socialize while learning to play the game of cornhole and support each other’s skill development and gameplay strategy as they grow their skills in the sport of cornhole. Ultimately, the Association would love all our Parents & Youth to grow their wings and begin to fly the coop, aka move up into the Tier 4 “Backyard Pigeons”
level.
When: Wednesdays @ 6:30 pm * Arrive early to warm up & develop skills.
Cost – $100 per person for six weeks of gameplay plus, one week of playoffs $15 drop-in fee per week
More Information: – https://www.saskcornhole.ca/league-information/
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““Backyard Penguins” is our Tier 5 Beginner level of players. These beginner players are wanting to learn, enjoy, and explore the game of cornhole for the fun of the sport. Generally, this level of player is new to
the game or may have thrown bags in their backyard. If you have never played the game of cornhole before, this is your place to start! The progression of this tier will see players going from having very little control over where the bag is going, and the bag often misses the board to players developing a feel for the distance needed to toss the bag but will have trouble consistently hitting and staying on the board.
When: Wednesday’s 6:30 PM
- Cost – $100 for eight weeks of gameplay or $20 drop-in fee per week
Additional Information: Click here – https://www.saskcornhole.ca/league-information/
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Ladies’ nights at the SCA are our non-competitive ladies only cornhole nights. The primary focus is on socialize, learning
the overall cornhole gameplay, and cornhole skill development. The goal of SCA Ladies’ night is to provide a social outlet where women can socialize while supporting each other’s skill development and game play strategy as they grow their
skills in the sport of cornhole.
SCA Ladies’ nights want all women to come out and play cornhole! Whether you’re a lady who’s a beginner to cornhole or a lady who also plays in one of our other tiers, ALL ARE WELCOME!
- When – 6:30PM Mondays , excluding stat holidays
Click here to learn more https://www.saskcornhole.ca/league-information/
Ladies League - Information
Social, learn to play, tier 5, cornhole league. The goal is to provide a social outlet where women can socialize and support each other’s skill development and strategy as they grow the sport of cornhole.
Depending on the number and skill level of the ladies registered, each week, the ladies will determine what style of games they play. For example, if only five registered ladies have 1+ years of experience, they may decide to run a double elimination singles bracket with a 4-game round robin. These games will be more competitive and generally have faster, higher-caliber gameplay. Where if there are 16 ladies registered and half of them have less than one year of experience or are first-timers, they may decide to run a switcheroo (alternating partners during a 3-game round robin, going into a double elimination doubles bracket) as these games permit more time for the new players to learn from the experienced players, while still keeping a nice pace of play that aims to be fair to both new and experienced players.
- When - all Mondays, excluding stat holidays
- Cost - $120, for approx. 12 weeks of play (depending on # of Stat holidays in the season)
- Seasons run –
- September to December
- January to April
Awards & Tournaments within the League
Tournament
The goal of the Ladies League is primarily to socialize and support each other’s skill development and strategy as they grow the sport of cornhole. There will only be an end-of-season tournament with a fun social wind-up party. A portion of the Ladies League fees will be used towards the prizes and awards at the end-of-season tournament.
Awards
- Sportsmanship - the lady or ladies who enjoy the sport for its own sake and with proper consideration for fairness, ethics, respect, and a sense of fellowship with one's competitors.
- Most improved – the lady or ladies who made noticeable growth and progress in their performance.
- Lady Coach - A passionate individual who unlocks potential in others by guiding skill development and strategy of the sport to improve others' performance.
- Attendance Award - to honor the ladies present for every week of league play.
- Glow Girl - the lady or ladies with a positive, vibrant energy. They glow every time you see them, constantly keeping a smile on their face and everyone else’s as well.
“Backyard Hawks” is our Tier 3 level of players. These players have a solid understanding of all aspects of the game and game strategy. They are at the intermediate towards advanced skill level with a higher ability to carry out their intended gameplay. In the heat of the moment, these fierce competitors may struggle with selecting the most effective game strategy to defeated their competitors. Yet, as true competitors, they are aware of their competition’s skill level, and to be successful, they strategically adjust their game play based on their competitor. These players have noticeable precision, consistency, and accuracy in their shots, often competing at the “Competitive” or “Advanced” level, and likely play and practice on a regular basis. These players might be called upon to assist with the coaching of new players, players in other tiers, as well as to participate in showcasing the sport of cornhole at various BackYard initiatives.
When: Tuesdays @ 6:30 pm Arrive early to warm up & develop skills.
Cost Singles – $100 per person for 8 weeks of game play or 20$ per person nightly drop-in.
More Information – https://www.saskcornhole.ca/league-information/
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“Backyard Pigeons” is our Tier 4 intermediate level of player. These players have a solid understanding of the game and most of the game strategy. They might be at the beginner towards intermediate skills level with their ability to carry out their intended gameplay. They may struggle with consistency and accuracy in their shots and are working to develop consistent and accurate game skills and strategy. At times, these players look unstoppable and like they can beat anyone, but in a subsequent game they can struggle. Some players may even go from a 4 Baggers to a Floor Baggers in a subsequent round.
The goal of the “Backyard Pigeons” league is multifaceted. Ultimately, the Association and players would love all our Pigeons to fly the coop, aka move up into the Tier 3 “Backyard Hawks” level. However, everyone enjoys the social comradery, support, and guidance in each other’s game play, skills, and strategy provided by players in this tier.
- When: Tuesdays @ 6:30 pm
Click here to find out more https://www.saskcornhole.ca/league-information/
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