By Lisa Montgomery
Over the past decade, women have made significant strides in cornhole, moving from casual participation to elite competition. What was once considered a male-dominated sport has seen an influx of talented women who are challenging the stereotypes and raising the level of play for everyone.
Top female players like Olivia Carter, who ranked in the top ten during the 2024 ACL season, have become household names. “When I first started playing, it was mostly men in the tournaments,” Carter recalls. “But the more we’ve competed, the more women have stepped up, and we’re showing we can dominate just like the men.”
Women’s participation in the sport has grown rapidly, with dedicated women’s divisions now present at all major tournaments. And it’s not just about inclusion; it’s about the level of competition. Women like Carter are proving that they have the same skill, precision, and mental toughness as any male player. In fact, several female players have gone on to have mixed-gender success, competing against and defeating male counterparts in the open divisions.
With sponsorship deals, increasing media coverage, and women’s tournaments growing in visibility, cornhole is becoming more inclusive. The sport’s future is bright, with women continuing to break barriers and set new standards for the game.
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