Around the ACL Cornhole Podcast

ATA 210: Teams Shake Up the Season, Vegas Locks In, and Walk-Up Song Energy for Every Squad

The ACL Pro Teams season is heating up, and Around the ACL is breaking down everything from Signature #3. Meesh, Jake, and Stacey Moore kick things off with what’s next for Teams, including Vegas locking in their bid and what it means moving forward.
Then we dive into a full recap of the Signature #3 Teams event by going through each matchup, standout performances, and which squads are starting to separate themselves early in the season.
To close it out, we bring the vibes with a brand new segment: Walk-Up Song Energy. Every team gets a walk-up identity, from hype anthems to chaotic energy, and we explain exactly why it fits each squad.

ATA 209: Kansas City Recap, Chamberlain Takes Singles, and the Signature #3 Stock Exchange

Signature #3 in Kansas City delivered, and Around the ACL is breaking it all down. Meesh, Jake, and Anthony recap a huge weekend, starting with Mark Richards and Tony Smith taking control in Doubles and Logan Chamberlain adding another big Singles win to his resume.
We also hit all divisions—Sarah Cassidy gets it done in Women’s Singles, Matt Guy continues to dominate the Seniors division (including a Doubles win with Frank Modlin), and the next generation shows out with Gabriel Clauson and Madden Franco/Jase Webb grabbing Junior titles.
Then we close it out with a brand new segment: the Signature #3 Stock Exchange. Who are we buying after Kansas City? Who are we selling off? And who are we holding steady as the season rolls on?

ATA 208: Kansas City Bracket Breakdown, Officiating Insights, and Hot Takes Heating Up Signature #3

We’re headed to Kansas City, and this episode of Around the ACL is all about setting the stage for Signature #3. Meesh, Jake, and special guest Michael Gonzales kick things off with a deep dive into the ACL’s officiating program—what’s working, what’s evolving, and what players and fans should know moving forward.Then it’s time to break down the Kansas City Pro Singles and Doubles brackets. With stacked fields across all four brackets, we highlight key matchups, potential upset paths, and which players are in position to make a serious run.To close it out, the Hot Take Scale returns where the crew rates just how spicy these predictions really are. Will Chamberlain/Cano miss the Final Four? Is Matt Guy due for a deep run? Could a Top-10 player go two-and-out? And are Hodet/Landis about to take over the doubles scene?It’s all building toward one of the biggest events of the season—don’t miss this one.

ATA 207: Pro Teams Bracket Reveal, Season Preview & Team Superlatives

This week on Around the ACL, Meesh and Jake are joined by ACL Commissioner Stacey Moore to break down the launch of the 2026 ACL Pro Teams season. We start with an overview of how the Teams format works, the five-event schedule leading to the Pro Teams Championship, and what fans can expect when Week 1 kicks off in Overland Park, Kansas.
Then we dive into the official Teams bracket, analyzing all ten squads and making predictions on which teams are positioned for a deep run as the season begins.
After the preview, we hand out Teams Superlatives — from the most dangerous roster to the most underrated squad and the team that could shock everyone.
To wrap things up, we keep it fun by deciding which ACL teams would win famous reality shows, including Survivor, Big Brother, and Dancing With the Stars, before finishing with our usual Hole-y Hot Takes.

ATA 206: Global Cornhole Growth, Director Insights & Tournament Faux Pas

This week on Around the ACL, Jake and Meesh welcome ACL National Director Todd Kisicki to talk about the growth of cornhole around the world. Todd shares where the game is expanding internationally, what the future of global competition could look like, and how the ACL is supporting directors across the country.
 
We also put Todd and Jake through the Cornhole Culture Test, debating what actually grows the game more—from backyard play vs organized leagues to big tournaments vs weekly leagues.
 
To close things out, we read some Silly Tournament Faux Pas from the community before finishing with our usual Hole-y Hot Takes.

ATA 205: Chamberlain Dominates Vegas, Signature #2 Recap & The Cornhole Olympics

The Vegas Signature delivered big moments—and one player stole the show. Logan Chamberlain put together a massive weekend, capturing both Pro Singles and Pro Doubles alongside Gavin Cano, and the crew breaks down what made his performance so dominant.
Jake, Meesh, and Cory recap everything from Signature #2 in Las Vegas, including standout runs across the divisions. We talk through Chamberlain’s incredible double win, the key moments in Singles, and how the rest of the field stacked up.
We also hit the rest of the podiums from the weekend, including wins from Kamryn Belvin, Jay Dotson, Gabriel Clauson, and more across Women’s, Seniors, and Juniors competition.
To wrap things up, we bring some Vegas energy with the Cornhole Olympics Medal Ceremony, handing out gold medals for the most entertaining moments of the event:
Best facial expressions
Best drip
Who looked like they were having the most fun in Vegas
Best crowd energy
The ultimate “How Did That Not Go In?” shot
Plus, we close the show with another round of Hole-y Hot Takes.
If you want the stories behind the scores from Vegas, this is the episode.

ATA 204: Vegas Preview, New Engagement Programs, and a Silly Pro Draft

This week on Around the ACL, Meesh and Jake are joined by Athena for a packed episode that mixes league insight with some fun. We start with a look at new Player and Director Engagement Programs, where Athena shares what’s being built behind the scenes and how these initiatives aim to strengthen the ACL community at every level.
From there, we preview the upcoming Las Vegas Open, breaking down both Singles and Doubles fields and what to watch as players head into another big event weekend. Athena also gives insight into Minor League Teams and what they mean for the league’s development pipeline.
To keep things light, the crew wraps up with a Silly ACL Pro Draft, debating which pros you’d trust to plan your wedding, cook dinner, win a trivia night, dominate dodgeball, manage social media, or win a dance-off.
As always, we close with bold predictions and quick takes in Hole-y Hot Take. A little news, a little preview, and a lot of personality in this one.

ATA 203: Mid-Season Stock Report, Fan Takes, and If the Season Ended Today

This week on Around the ACL, Meesh, Jake, and Anthony take a mid-season pulse check on the 2026 ACL season. We kick things off with a Mid-Season Stock Report, discussing whose stock is rising fastest, which players are feeling the most pressure, the doubles teams to watch, and the biggest surprises and disappointments so far.
 
Then we turn it over to the community in Fans Weigh In, reacting to listener takes and perspectives from across the cornhole world. From there, we ask the big hypothetical: If the season ended today, who’s your MVP, Rookie of the Year, Doubles Team of the Year, most clutch player, and who owns the best mental game?
 
We wrap up with a round of Over/Under, breaking down expectations for top players and teams, before closing with bold predictions and rapid-fire takes in Hole-y Hot Take. Mid-season storylines are forming — and this episode dives right into them.

ATA 202: Signature #2 Recap, Aiken Breaks Through, and Doubles Momentum Builds

This week on Around the ACL, Meesh and Jake are joined by Jeff to break down all the action from Signature #2, where big performances and breakout moments continued shaping the 2026 season. We start with Pro Doubles, highlighting Ryan Wiedenfeld and Chris Roybal’s impressive run and what their continued success means moving forward.
 
Then we shift to Singles, where Zack Aiken delivered a statement win and added another major chapter to his young career. We also recap standout performances across Women’s, Seniors, and Juniors divisions, including Sam Finley, Matt Guy, Cash Chamness, and more, as the season’s storylines keep building.
 
The crew closes with a lively round of Buy or Sell, debating hot topics around the top of the sport, rising junior talent, and whether recent performances signal bigger trends ahead. As always, we wrap with bold predictions and quick-fire takes in Hole-y Hot Take.

ATA 201: Signature #2 Preview: Memphis Brackets, Matchups to Watch, and Bold Predictions

This week on Around the ACL, Meesh, Trey, and Anthony get you fully set for Signature #2 in Memphis, but first, a special moment to start the show. Commissioner Stacey Moore joins us to send Trey off and make an exciting announcement that sets the tone for what’s ahead in the 2026 season.
 
From there, we break down everything you need to know about the Memphis schedule, including when Pro Doubles, Pro Singles, and Championship matches hit the boards and how to watch all weekend long.
 
We dive deep into the Singles brackets, walking through Brackets A–D and discussing the paths, pressure points, and matchups that could shape the tournament. Who’s got the toughest road? Where could chaos break out? And which players are positioned to make a serious run?
 
Then we shift to Pro Doubles, breaking down all four brackets and talking chemistry, momentum, and which teams look dangerous heading into one of the biggest weekends of the season.
 
We close it out the only way we know how, with fast, bold, and sometimes unhinged predictions in Hole-y Hot Take as Signature #2 gets ready to light up Memphis.