CORN HOLE COMPETITION

Known by many names, the game of Corn Hole is one of the greatest games to hit tailgates, backyard BBQ's, campgrounds, family gatherings and now the Columbia Engine Show.  People of all ages can play, and almost everyone has a great time playing it.  So join us this year and enjoy a day in the park.

To enter download form: Corn Hole Competition Entry Form

Date: June 7, 2008

Time: 11:00 AM

(Registration starting at 10:00 AM -- Play begins at 11:00 AM)

Location: Columbia Township Park

25540 Royalton Rd, Columbia Station, OH 44028

(By Basketball Courts)

PRIZE MONEY -- SPLIT THE POT

HISTORY OF CORNHOLE: That seems to be a mystery to a lot of people.

Here are some takes on where it originated.

Cincinnati
Cincinnati is the true origin of the game.  At least that is what you will hear if you're at a party in Porkapolis (a nick name for Cincinnati).  It may or may not be where the game really started, but there aren't many that will argue its popularity around town.  It is estimated about 1999 that the game really started catching on.  It all started on the west side of town.  The story goes from there it has been working its' way across the Midwest.

Foothills of Kentucky
Pioneers could have played a version of the game in the foothills of Kentucky.  This would fit with the midwestern popularity as well.  There are some that believe that this is where it all started.

Midwestern Farmer
This story gives credit to a Midwestern farmer named Jebediah Magillicutty.  It is said that Mr. Magillicutty started the game back in the 1800's.

German Farmer
Did a German farmer bring the game to this country?  There are a number of stories that confirm this version.  This falls in line with the Cincinnati story, which may give it some additional credibility.  Cincinnati is known for its strong German roots.  It is very likely that Germany could have been the actual origin, with Cincinnati still taking credit for starting the spread throughout the U.S.

Ancient Civilization
The tribes of ancient civilizations tossed rocks at holes in the ground.  This is yet another version of the ancient beginnings of the game.  This very well could have be the first time something similar to Cornhole was played.  This one however, seems to be a pretty far stretch from the game as we know it today.