Sebastian Barger
ACO Pro

Sebastian Barger is a top-level professional cornhole competitor affiliated with the American Cornhole Organization (ACO). He has risen rapidly through the ranks to become one of the sport’s most prominent players — widely recognized as the “King of Cornhole.”

Background & Rise to Prominence

• According to a 2025 feature on the Paragould Podcast, Sebastian grew up in Paragould, Arkansas, and is a graduate of Paragould High School.
• The pandemic shutdowns gave him time to practice on basic backyard boards — what began as a hobby turned into hours of daily training, which rapidly accelerated his skill development.
• Within roughly a year of serious practice, he was competing in top-tier events under the ACO banner and quickly climbing the rankings

Career Highlights for ACO Pro Sebastian Barger

• Sebastian clinched the ACO “King of Cornhole” title in 2025, after an undefeated run at the ACO World Championships in Tulsa, OK.
• He is currently ranked #1 in the world for ACO World Singles, with a points score of 1018 — ahead of other top competitors.
• He has also found success in doubles competitions: for example, teaming with Lonnie Campos to win the World Doubles Championship in South Bend.
• Sebastian’s story is a classic “from backyard to pros” arc: according to a recent profile, he started seriously practicing during the COVID shutdowns, logging 3–4 hours of daily practice. Within a year, he broke into high-level competitive cornhole, culminating in his #1 world status.