Big News, Centralia!
We’re thrilled to announce that Castle Ridge has been chosen to host the ACO Illinois State Championship Cornhole Tournament!
This major event is bringing the heat to our hometown June 6–8, and we couldn’t be more excited to welcome players and fans from across the state.
Join us on June 6 for a blind draw tournament open to the public—perfect for anyone who wants to toss some bags and get in on the action! Then grab your seats for the main event on June 7 & 8, where top players will go head-to-head at Castle Ridge with plenty of viewer seating available.
Let’s show everyone how Centralia does cornhole—big energy, big fun, and even bigger community spirit!
PRE-PARTY – FRIDAY JUNE 6th
Doors Open 6 pm
Start Time: 7 pm
Location: Castle Ridge 1750 Tee Ln, Centralia IL, 62801
Event: $10 Blind Draw with 90% payout!
Note: You do not need to have an ACO Membership to participate
DAY 1- Saturday, June 7th 2025
Doors open at 8:30am
Registration begins at 8:30 am
Women’s Doubles
Start time -10am
Entry $40($20 player)
Payout 50% and 1st place trophies. Can order jersey through JCC
Senior Doubles
Start time-10am
Entry $40 ($20 player)
Payout 50% and 1st place trophies. Can order jersey through JCC
COED
Start time- 11 30 am
Entry Fee- $40 ($20/player)
Payout- 50% 1st place trophy and ACO State Championship Jerseys Cash prizes for 1-3 minimum
World Doubles
Approximate Start time-1:30pm (will follow previous event)
Entry Fee – $60 ($30/player)
Payout – 75%; 1st Place ACO Illinois State Championship Jerseys & Trophies; Cash Prizes for 1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th, 5th places minimum
Illinois Big Blind Draw
Approximate Start time- 4:30pm (will follow previous event)
Entry fee- $20
Payout – 75; 1st Place Trophy; Cash Prizes for 1 – 3 places minimum
Day 1 after party!!
Bring Your Own Partner Approximate
Start time-6PM (will follow previous event)
Entry fee- $40 ($20/player)
Payout – 80% Cash Prizes for 1 – 3 places minimum Note: You do NOT need to have an ACO Membership to play
DAY 2 – Sunday, June 8th 2025
Doors open at 8 am
Registration begins at 8am
Juniors
Start time 9:00am
Entry Fee- Free
Payout- Trophy ACO State Championship Jersey can be ordered through JCC
Womens
Start time – 9:00am
Entry Fee – $20
Payout – 50%; 1st Place ACO Illinois State Championship Jersey & Trophy; Cash Prizes for 1 – 3 places minimum
Seniors
Start Time- 9:00am
Entry Fee – $20 Payout – 50%; 1st Place ACO Illinois State Championship Jersey & Trophy; Cash Prizes for 1 – 3 places minimum
Juniors Doubles
Start time 10am
Free to play
1st place trophies. Can order jersey through JCC
World Singles
Approximate Start time (will follow previous event) – 11:30 approximate Entry Fee – $30 Payout – 75%; 1st Place ACO Illinois State Championship Jersey & Trophy; Cash Prizes for 1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th, 5th, 5th places minimum
***HOTEL BLOCKS WITH DISCOUNTED RATE TO COME SOON!!!*** For More Information, the following Facebook Event will have more information regarding event details, alerts, updates, and pre-order merchandise. If you need to order an ACO membership to play in the ACO Illinois State Championships.
Any questions contact Brian Jones 618-779-9824 or Mia Ray 217-553-8799
There are two membership options, worlds membership ($25 eligible to gain points and cash prizes) or a points membership ($20; eligible for points only). Note: ACO State Championship events are not eligible for points according to the ACO rules.