Lori Dool's Cornhole Biography

Steven Bernacet

I am ACL Pro Steven Bernacet from the Great Lakes Conference and this is my story of how I became a professional cornhole player for the ACL. I started playing cornhole after going to a party and seeing that my skill level was slightly above the level that everyone else was playing at. After that night, I went home and searched YouTube to find out more about the sport. The first videos I watched were of Matt Guy. It was awesome seeing him throw bag after bag in the hole. After I watched more videos, I decided to start playing in some local tournaments to see if I could compete at that level. I quickly realized that I was becoming better and progressing much faster than I anticipated. As I was looking for more tournaments to play in, I found that there was a cornhole organization hosting a tournament that weekend. I signed up and drove about 3 hours away to my first regional. As soon as I was ready to play my first organized game ever, I saw Matt Guy standing at my board ready to go. Of course, with my nerves and with the initial shock of the G.O.A.T. standing so close to me, I ended up losing that game. After that tournament, being the passionate and determined person that I am, I worked harder and was officially addicted to cornhole.

Dalton Mcklem

I am Dalton Mcklem ACL Pro from the SouthEast Conference and this is my story of how and when I started playing cornhole and worked my way up to an ACL Pro. I started as a backyard player then seen Matt guy on TV and he inspired me to play

Chris Cuccia

I am ACL Pro Chris Cuccia from the Southeast Conference and this is my story of how I became a professional cornhole player for the ACL. Jimmy Buffet tailgate 13 years ago. From the first bag I was hooked! My wife and I played together and got whooped all day. They were spinning the bag!!! We bought a set the next day and found our first tournament that weekend. I pulled one of the best players aside and got a lesson and watched most of the day. Haven't stopped playing since.

Florentino Mendoza

I am ACL Pro Florentino Mendoza from the West Conference and this is my story of how I became a professional cornhole player for the ACL.

I started playing cornhole in 2017. I originally played horseshoe’s in California and when I moved to Arizona in 2017, my cousin introduced me to Cornhole. I started playing in tournaments and being very competitive. Then I started practicing to master the game. In 2021/2022 my hard work paid off when I was selected for the ACL Pro Development Cup.

Tom Walter

I am ACL Pro Tom Walter from the Great Lakes Conference and this is my story of how I became a professional cornhole player for the American Cornhole League. I started out like most people, playing cornhole (or "bags as we called it) in my back yard or up at my cabin with corn filled bags against family members. I was always pretty good at it so I joined a local league and then entered my first ACL regional where I quickly discovered I really wasn't that good. Sure I was competitive, but it was very apparent that I was not in the same ball park as the local studs! However, I became hooked on the ACL and with the regional competition and I slowly but surely improved to where I began winning or placing high in most of the tournaments I entered. I then began going to the ACL nationals to compete and became even more hooked on the game. I have been fortunate to be able to retire from my job several years ago which has allowed me more time to practice - and that certainly has improved my game as well. I am truly a living example of the ACL's saying that "Anyone can play and anyone can win".

Jordan Langworthy

I am ACL Pro Jordan Langworthy from the Mid-South Conference and this is my story of how I became a professional cornhole player for the ACL. I started playing cornhole in my backyard. I went to a fair tournament and met Damon Dennis and Josh Lunsford and they talked me into traveling and competing in bigger tournaments.

Mcgwire Shepherd

I am ACL Pro Mcgwire Shepherd from the West Conference and this is my story of how I became a professional cornhole player for the ACL. I was introduced to the game through the father of an ex-girlfriend. Stumbled upon it and it was perfect for my competitive outlet.

Trey Hunt

I am ACL Pro Trey Hunt from the Southeast Conference and this is my story of how I became a professional cornhole player for the ACL.

I started playing cornhole in April 2019 and became a Pro this year, 2021. Signed with Kontraband for the 2021-22 season and my pro partner this year will be Kamryn Belvin