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FL State Championship - ACL Cornhole Tournament

May 28 - July 31
Colorful poster for the 2026 ACL State Cornhole Championships in Orlando.

🌴 2026 ACL Florida State Championship

May 28, 2026 –May 31, 2026

πŸ“ DoubleTree by Hilton – Entrance to Universal Orlando

🎯 Main Event Sponsored by Veterans Affairs Law P.A.

Florida’s biggest cornhole weekend returns β€” and it’s only getting bigger.

Last year’s championship featured:

  • 500+ unique players
  • Over $37,000 paid out
  • Multiple divisions filled to capacity
  • Hotel block completely sold out

This is the ultimate Stay & Play Championship Experience.

πŸ“ Event Registration

πŸ‘‰ Official Registration Link: https://app.iplayacl.com/reg-event-list/event-pre-reg-form/10703

πŸ‘‰ Full Event Details & Updates: Available here

πŸ”₯ Early Bird Pricing Ends May 15

Current prices reflect Early Bird rates.

Beginning May 16, add $5 per player to:

  • All Singles
  • All Doubles
  • Divisional Blind Draws

Register early. Save money. Secure your spot.

🏨 Hotel Info + $1,000 Slide for Cash πŸ’΅

Stay where the action is.

Players staying inside the official hotel block will be eligible for the $1,000 Slide for Cash Bonus.

🎯 How It Works

Random names will be drawn ONLY from the official hotel block list beginning Saturday morning.

πŸŽ’ Your Throws

Players receive one bag per night stayed.

Example:

Stay 3 nights = 3 throws

Last year, multiple players walked away with $100+ in seconds.

πŸ’² Hotel Rate

$159 per night + discounted parking

πŸ“ž Booking Instructions

Call 1-800-222-TREE (8733)

Use Code: CL5

πŸ‘‰ Official Hotel Booking Link:

https://www.facebook.com/events/746491671881595/?acontext=%7B%22event_action_history%22%3A

⚠️ The hotel block WILL sell out.

πŸ”‘ Thursday Championship Kickoff

Thursday is now a full feature event night to launch the championship weekend.

πŸ† Club Championship – ACL Minor League / Club Teams

Tier 1 & 2 Teams

Compete for cash prizes

Opportunity to represent Florida at the ACL World Championships

Tier 3–5 Club Teams

Compete for state bragging rights

World qualification opportunities

Cash prizes

Team Format

Five players compete each round:

  • 3 Matches
  • 1 Singles
  • 1 Doubles
  • 1 Tandem

Teams may rotate additional players into the lineup between rounds.

πŸŽ‰ Thursday Big Blind Draw

Open to all players not participating in the team events.

The perfect way to kick off the weekend.

Plan to arrive Thursday β€” the energy starts immediately.

πŸŽ₯ Live Stream Production

Championship matches and featured divisions will be professionally streamed all weekend with live commentary.

Interested in being a guest commentator or analyst?

πŸ“© Reach out to apply.

This is Florida’s premier championship stage.

πŸ“Š Division Capacity & Event Flow

To ensure a smooth tournament experience, several divisions will have entry caps.

Example:

Tier 3 (Competitive) Singles

Expected cap: 128 players

Other divisions will adjust capacity based on registration demand.

Last year we successfully adjusted one Saturday division due to strong demand β€” and it worked great. We’ll make smart adjustments again if necessary.

Register early to avoid missing out.

πŸ“… Event Schedule

All times approximate. Schedule subject to change.

πŸ”Ή Thursday – May 28- May 31 (7:00 PM)

Club Championship – ACL Minor League / Club Teams

  • Recreational Division – $100 per team
  • Open Division – $120 per team

​Big Blind Draw

Open to players not participating in the team event.

πŸ”Ή Friday – May 29

Doors Open – 9:00 AM

10:00 AM – $30 - Senior Singles (70% payout)

11:00 AM – $30 - Women’s & Junior Singles (70% payout)

2:00 PM – $50 - Mixed Doubles (Co-Ed)

(Local Points – 70% payout – 14 Round Limit)

4:00–5:00 PM – Divisional Blind Draws (Tier 1–5) (50–70% payouts)

7:00–8:00 PM – Crew Cup (2 Events 1/2 & 3/4/5)

(60–70% payouts – 14 Round Limit)

🎯 Divisional Blind Draw Structure

Tier 1/2 (Open / Advanced)

  • No cap
  • Floor: 7.25

​Tier 3 (Competitive)

  • Cap: 7.25
  • Floor: 6.25

Tier 4/5 (Intermediate / Novice)

  • Cap: 6.25
  • No floor

​Players must enter blind draw divisions matching their official ACL Player Profile rating.

πŸ”Ή Saturday – May 30

Doors Open – 8:00 AM

9:00 AM – $20 Tier 5 (Novice) Singles (40% payout)

9:30 AM – $40 Tier 3 (Competitive) Singles (60% payout)

11:00 AM – $100 Tier 1 (Open) Doubles (80% payout)

​1:00 PM – $40 Tier 5 (Novice) Doubles (40% payout)

​4:00 PM – $40 Tier 4 (Intermediate) Singles (50% payout)

​6:00 PM – $100 Tier 2 (Advanced) Doubles (70% payout)

πŸ”Ή Sunday – May 31

Doors Open – 8:00 AM

9:00 AM – $50 Tier 1 (Open) Singles (80% payout)

9:30 AM – $60 Tier 4 (Intermediate) Doubles (50% payout)

10:00 AM – $50 Tier 2 (Advanced) Singles (70% payout)

10:30 AM – $80 Tier 3 (Competitive) Doubles (60% payout)

🎯 Sit-N-Go Tour

$10 Sit-N-Go tournaments will run throughout the weekend as boards and time allow.

Earn points.

Win plaques.

Compete for bonus cash prizes.

πŸ’° Payout Structure

All divisions pay out based on the percentage of total entries listed.

With strong registration and sponsor support, total payouts are expected to exceed last year’s $37,000.

​More players = Bigger payouts.

πŸ” On-Site Amenities & Venue Info

  • No outside food or beverages permitted
  • Hotel food and beverage options available on-site
  • Alcohol available for purchase
  • Bring your own chairs for additional comfort (hotel seating also provided)

πŸ› Vendor Opportunities

Limited vendor spaces are available inside the ballroom.

​Businesses interested in selling products or promoting services during the weekend may reach out for availability.

​Spots are limited.

πŸ“£ Sponsorship Opportunities

Businesses interested in sponsoring:

  • Club Championship
  • Slide for Cash
  • Division added money
  • Overall prize pool

​Sponsors receive:

  • Live stream logo placement
  • Social media promotion
  • On-site branding recognition
  • Exposure to 500+ players and families

​Let’s elevate this event together.

πŸ”₯ Important Notes

  • Add $10 per entry for non-Gold, Platinum, or Diamond ACL members
  • Early Bird pricing ends May 15
  • Beginning May 16, add $5 per player to Singles, Doubles, and Blind Draws
  • Schedule subject to change based on registration flow
  • Players must match their official ACL Player Profile rating for division eligibility

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