Sports Media Report
The American Cornhole League (ACL), alongside Escalade Sports, is thrilled to announce its launch at Academy Sports and Outdoors, a renowned name in the retail industry. Starting on August 1, 2023, cornhole enthusiasts and players can enjoy the convenience of purchasing officially licensed ACL boards and bags directly from Academy in-store and online, further enhancing the accessibility and popularity of cornhole.
Escalade Sports and the American Cornhole League’s manufacturing partnership improves accessibility of ACL PRO, ACL COMP, and ACL REC cornhole boards and bags. The ACL is excited to collaborate with Escalade Sports to expand the reach of the league’s official products and to bring authentic, tournament-quality cornhole products to the masses. This joint effort reflects the shared dedication to the growth and success of this game and its enthusiastic community of players.
“Our league is about providing a world-class cornhole experience, whether for one of our pros competing or a fan looking for the ultimate backyard setup,” said Stacey Moore, Founder of the American Cornhole League. “That’s why we chose to partner with Escalade Sports – their commitment to manufacturing excellence means consumers can now walk into Academy and bring home officially licensed ACL equipment, without the wait. They too can play cornhole with gear identical to the pros and practice the shots they see on ESPN.“
Since launching in 2016 the ACL has become one of the fastest growing sports in the world, with broadcast deals with ESPN and CBS / CBS Sports. The league’s tagline “Anyone can play, anyone can win” along with its ability to be played anywhere has the league on a fast track for success. Along with the “SuperHole” series, the ACL hosts a variety of pro and amateur events. The ACL’s strong sponsor support includes year-long partners Johnsonville, Bush’s, and AllCornhole.com, along with individual event sponsor Ultra Cornhole.
To shop ACL product at Academy, visit your local store or shop online at https://www.academy.com/c/brands/acl-cornhole.
