Get ACO Tattoos Cornhole Lifetime Members. The American Cornhole Organization (ACO) has a group of dedicated members called “Lifetime Members” who have gotten ACO tattoos to show their love and commitment to the sport and the ACO community.
These Lifetime Members come from all walks of life – some are top ranked players, others are just passionate enthusiasts. Many cite the incredible camaraderie and family-like atmosphere of the ACO as their reason for getting inked.
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Cornhole Fanatics Ink ACO Tattoos
Lifelong Fans are ACO players who really love cornhole. More than that, they are so excited about the ACO that they get a tattoo of it on their body.
Members for Life are people who really love playing the game of cornhole. They are so excited about the ACO (American Cornhole Organization) that they get tattoos of the ACO logo on their bodies.
BECOME A MEMBER FOR LIFE MEET THE NEXT 25 MEMBERS FOR LIFE
Meet ACO Members for Life
MEMBER FOR LIFE #001
| Key | Value |
|---|---|
| Name | Teresa Gregory |
| Playing Cornhole Since | 2012 |
| ACO Member Since | 2012 |
| Highest Rank | 3rd in Women’s, 2017 |
| Hometown | Franklin, KY |
| About Me | I’m a very sensitive person and wear my heart on my sleeve, even though I come off as a total bitch. |
| Why I Got ACO Tattoo | I inked myself for my son, Austin Brandle, who made ACO Pro status. I put the ACO shield and his nickname on my foot as a dedication to him and our love of the sport. |
MEMBER FOR LIFE #002
| Key | Value |
|---|---|
| Name | William Howell |
| Nickname | Boom |
| Playing Cornhole Since | 2011 |
| ACO Member Since | 2011 |
| Role | ACO Commissioner |
| Highest Player Rank | #37 |
| Hometown | Hemet, CA |
| One Fact About Me | I have a superhuman sense of smell! |
| Why I Got ACO Tattoo | When I commit, there’s no going back. If you are able to say that you are friend of mine, then you understand my loyalty. The ACO bug, to me, represents loyalty. |
MEMBER FOR LIFE #003
| Key | Value |
|---|---|
| Name | Max Geers |
| Playing Cornhole Since | 2005 |
| ACO Member Since | 2005 |
| Highest Player Rank | Unrankable |
| Hometown | Terrace Park, OH |
| One Fact About Me | I’m a country music singer. You can check my music out at maxgeers.com |
| Why I Got ACO Tattoo | I was at ACO Worlds in Vegas and my Dad’s birthday was that weekend. I didn’t want to just buy him a present, I wanted to surprise him with something he’d love. So I worked a plan out with his cornhole family. I’m proud of what he’s been able to do with cornhole and wanted to show how much he means to me. |
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MEMBER FOR LIFE #004
| Key | Value |
|---|---|
| Name | Aaron Kandler |
| Nickname | Bearded Ninja |
| Playing Cornhole Since | 2018 |
| ACO Member Since | 2018 |
| Highest Player Rank | #4 |
| Hometown | Paw Paw, MI |
| One Fact About Me | I was a professional bull rider. |
| Why I Got ACO Tattoo | When I was at World’s, I was inspired by the camaraderie of the players and that’s when I realized ACO meant family. I believe in ACO and wanted to commit like family would. |
MEMBER FOR LIFE #005
| Key | Value |
|---|---|
| Name | Jeff Balstad |
| Playing Cornhole Since | 2019 |
| ACO Member Since | 2019 |
| Hometown | Gillette, WY |
| Occupation | I work in the oilfield industry as a lease operator. |
| Best Cornhole Moment | Winning my first co-ed tournament with my wife. |
| One Fact About Me | I’m an avid gardener. I also enjoy canning my own vegetables. |
| Why I Got ACO Tattoo | Go big or go home. After attending my first ACO tournament (North Platte) and meeting everyone there, I’ve been hooked ever since. Everyone was more than happy to answer any questions I had, and they also gave me plenty of tips on getting better. It definitely is a FAMILY!!!! And glad to be part of it!!! |
MEMBER FOR LIFE #006
| Key | Value |
|---|---|
| Name | Scott Kirksey |
| Nickname | Blacksmoke |
| Playing Cornhole Since | 2018 |
| ACO Member Since | 2019 |
| Hometown | Coahoma, Mississippi |
| Occupation | Carpenter at Taylor Made Carpentry |
| Best Cornhole Moment | Winning my first co-ed tournament with my wife. |
| One Fact About Me | I served just less than 11 years active duty in the U.S. Army. I was a diesel mechanic at Fort Hood, TX with 1/227 Aviation. I deployed 3 times to Iraq. |
| Why I Got ACO Tattoo | At my first regional (Tennessee) everyone there so friendly and welcomed me with open arms. They treated me just like family (even though I wasn’t very good). Everyone was willing to help me become a better player. Then at my first major (Owensboro), I witnessed the camaraderie between all the players, and that reminded me of my military family. The ACO is family and accepts everyone as family and I’m glad that I am a part of that family. |
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MEMBER FOR LIFE #007
| Key | Value |
|---|---|
| Name | David Vaughan |
| Nickname | Diesel Dave |
| Playing Cornhole Since | 2018 |
| ACO Member Since | 2018 |
| Role | ACO Certified Official |
| Hometown | Alligator, Mississippi |
| Occupation | Engine Shop Department Manager for an irrigation company |
| One Fact About Me | Served 9½ years in the U.S. Navy as a Diesel Technician, been working on diesel engines for 40 years (hence the tag name “Diesel Dave”) |
| Why I Got ACO Tattoo | I never thought that I would get a tattoo; they say that if you get inked, it should mean something to you. Well, I am very passionate about the sport of cornhole. Becoming a member of the ACO has given me the desire to pursue something that is very important to me. This organization, and the players, from day one have accepted me for who I am, (not the best player in the world…lol), but they made me feel like part of a family, and that is the ACO, Family!! So at 59 years old, those are the reasons why I got my tattoo. And heck, the perks aren’t bad either. Living life throwing 30 feet at a time!!! |
MEMBER FOR LIFE #008
| Key | Value |
|---|---|
| Name | Margaret Barrett |
| Nickname | #cornholepusher (because no matter where I go or who I meet, I always end up talking cornhole and recruiting others to play! Especially the women!) |
| Playing Cornhole Since | 2017 |
| ACO Member Since | 2018 |
| Hometown | Las Vegas, NV |
| Occupation | Registered Nurse |
| One Fact About Me | I’m an avid snowboarder and although I live in the desert, my favorite place to be is in remote snow covered mountains. |
| Why I Got ACO Tattoo | The Las Vegas Cornhole community was so gracious and welcoming from the moment I stepped onto their courts. This camaraderie continued when they presented the opportunity to play with the American Cornhole Organization. That experience not only rekindled my fire for competition but put me in the company of even more incredible people. People you can be fiercely competitive with on the court and still have amazing friendships with when the game is over – truly a win-win scenario. Thus, for me the ink is a simple reminder to appreciate those opportunities and people who cross your path, embrace the unknown and step out of your comfort zone – feel that adrenaline rush and even if don’t win in points, you win in life with the ACO family. |
MEMBER FOR LIFE #009
| Key | Value |
|---|---|
| Name | Stephanie Provost |
| Playing Cornhole Since | 2014ish |
| ACO Member Since | 2015 |
| Hometown | Vegas Baby! |
| Occupation | Mom/Wife |
| One Fact About Me | I am a huge New Kids on the Block fan and see them everytime they come in concert (don’t judge me LOL) |
| Why I Got ACO Tattoo | I love playing cornhole, I get to be with my favorite people that I consider my family! Why not represent the best times of my life with the best people with a tattoo? |
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MEMBER FOR LIFE #010
| Key | Value |
|---|---|
| Name | Cody Rodgers, Sr |
| Nickname | Codis |
| Playing Cornhole Since | 2016 |
| ACO Member Since | 2018 |
| Hometown | Mayfield, KY |
| Occupation | Owner, RNSBOARDS |
| One Fact About Me | I Like Turtles |
| Why I Got ACO Tattoo | I got my tattoo because of my love for the game. Halfway through season 14 I asked Frank if I could use the oval as a tattoo. Then he told me of the lifetime membership. To me this was just a bonus. |
MEMBER FOR LIFE #011
| Key | Value |
|---|---|
| Name | Mark Spiegel |
| Nickname | Speegs |
| Playing Cornhole Since | 2006 |
| ACO Member Since | September 2007 |
| Hometown | Las Vegas, NV |
| Occupation | Bank Manager |
| One Fact About Me | Long before Cornhole was my life, BMX was my life. When I used to race in 1991 I was #1 in New York state for my age & class. |
| Why I Got ACO Tattoo | I remember when ACO first came out to Vegas in early 2008 and I knew back then the ACO had something special going on and it was also right around that time that Las Vegas Cornhole was born. There’s three reasons why I decided to get my tattoo 1. Damon Cochran, Las Vegas’ ACO certified official and commissioner of the mountain west conference before he passed in 2018. He was the driving force for the ACO in Las Vegas and the reason I started competing in ACO. 2. I proposed to my wife at ACO Worlds in 2019. 3. ACO has been like family to me and a big part of my life. Later in on down the road when I look at that tattoo I’m going to think of all the great people I’ve met over the years and the ACO is a big part of that. |
MEMBER FOR LIFE #012
| Key | Value |
|---|---|
| Name | Johnny Box |
| Nickname | Box |
| Playing Cornhole Since | 2018 |
| ACO Member Since | September 2018 |
| Hometown | Amory, MS |
| Occupation | Maintenance |
| One Fact About Me | I used to travel all over country playing in pro billiard tournaments. |
| Why I Got ACO Tattoo | Well… why does anyone get a tattoo? Some people mark themselves for life to remind them of past family members or ancient sayings or religious scriptures or names of their current family/love interest. I got mine because of what it stands for “Family” Frank and everyone in the ACO has made me and my family feel like are family from the first event I ever went to. I designed my own tattoo to show who I am on the inside not just what you can see on the outside. |
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MEMBER FOR LIFE #013
| Key | Value |
|---|---|
| Name | Michael “Fin” Walter |
| Nickname | Fin |
| Playing Cornhole Since | Remains to be seen |
| ACO Member Since | 2009 |
| Hometown | Louisville, KY |
| Occupation | Loudmouth | Alchemist | Dot Connector | Do-er Of Things | Artist |
| One Fact About Me | I am adopted |
| Why I Got ACO Tattoo | Dedication to the Spirit of the ACO |
MEMBER FOR LIFE #014
| Key | Value |
|---|---|
| Name | Tyler Robertson |
| Playing Cornhole Since | 2018 |
| ACO Member Since | 2020 |
| Hometown | Cleveland, AL |
| Occupation | US Army |
| One Fact About Me | Yes, Jaxson Garrison used to be my stepson but he still calls me Daddy. |
| Why I Got ACO Tattoo | For one, I like tattoos, ACO family is awesome, and a bonus – free membership and jersey! |
MEMBER FOR LIFE #015
| Key | Value |
|---|---|
| Name | Shawn Preece |
| Playing Cornhole Since | 2015 |
| ACO Member Since | September 2017 |
| Hometown | Columbus, OH |
| Occupation | Plumbing |
| One Fact About Me | I have only had 1 broken bone |
| Why I Got ACO Tattoo | I got my tattoo because this is my first year traveling and throwing the whole season for my first time and making Pro at that! Seeing how the American Cornhole organization, the new people you meet at these tournaments everyone treats another as family. With me helping Frank out a few tournaments really opened my eyes a tattoo is to show I throw in the ACO and I am very proud to be part of the ACO Family |
MEMBER FOR LIFE #016
| Key | Value |
|---|---|
| Name | Robin Smith |
| Nickname | Red |
| Playing Cornhole Since | 2018 |
| ACO Member Since | 2018 |
| Hometown | Benton, KY |
| Occupation | Health Care Receptionist |
| One Fact About Me | Well, if you find something, let me know cause I’m an open book |
| Why I Got ACO Tattoo | It symbolizes my love for such a huge extended family ACO has given me. |
MEMBER FOR LIFE #017
| Key | Value |
|---|---|
| Name | Dave Provost |
| Nickname | Pooky |
| Playing Cornhole Since | 2013 |
| ACO Member Since | 2014 |
| Hometown | Lake Arrowhead, CA |
| Occupation | Owner, Tiewire Electric |
| One Fact About Me | I was born with 6 fingers on one hand |
| Why I Got ACO Tattoo | To show love and support to the ACO! |
MEMBER FOR LIFE #018
| Key | Value |
|---|---|
| Name | Shane Cantrell |
| Nickname | Slo Ryd |
| Playing Cornhole Since | 2015 |
| ACO Member Since | 2017 |
| Hometown | Shiloh, NC |
| Occupation | Construction |
| One Fact About Me | I am a member of the CCIB Motorcycle Club for going on 6 years, I dragged raced Harley’s and am a multiple time champion – that is how I got my nickname “Slo Ryd” |
| Why I Got ACO Tattoo | Because since I started playing with the ACO, I have met and am still meeting some of the best friends/family. It has been part of my life now for 3 seasons and a lot more to go. I love the sport and I felt like a Lifetime Member is where I needed to be!! |
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MEMBER FOR LIFE #019
| Key | Value |
|---|---|
| Name | Tim Burnett |
| Nickname | TADOW |
| Playing Cornhole Since | 2018 |
| ACO Member Since | 2018 |
| Hometown | Fresno, CA |
| Occupation | Owner of a pest control company |
| One Fact About Me | I’ve been competing in professional archery for 20 years |
| Why I Got ACO Tattoo | I believe in the ACO |
MEMBER FOR LIFE #020
| Key | Value |
|---|---|
| Name | Jack Daloian |
| Info | (coming soon) |
MEMBER FOR LIFE #021
| Key | Value |
|---|---|
| Name | Nick Rosenberger |
| Playing Cornhole Since | 2011 |
| ACO Member Since | September 2015 |
| Hometown | Las Vegas |
| Occupation | Construction Manager |
| One Fact About Me | I’m the short one in my family |
| Why I Got ACO Tattoo | I got my tattoo because what the ACO and the Logo stands for. Family, Friends, and Good Times |
MEMBER FOR LIFE #022
| Key | Value |
|---|---|
| Name | Jarrett Mull |
| Info | (coming soon) |
MEMBER FOR LIFE #023
| Key | Value |
|---|---|
| Name | Jack Stevens |
| Nickname | Jack |
| Playing Cornhole Since | 2014 |
| ACO Member Since | 2014 |
| Hometown | Falls Church, VA (just outside of Washington DC) |
| Occupation | Retired |
| One Fact About Me | I was an Industrial Arts Teacher (shop) for 5 years |
| Why I Got ACO Tattoo | I love the ACO and everything it stands for, plus I spend so much of my time working for and playing the ACO; I figured I might as well become a Lifetime Member |
MEMBER FOR LIFE #024
| Key | Value |
|---|---|
| Name | Tracey McMichen |
| Nickname | Tracy “Bitchen” McMichen |
| Playing Cornhole Since | 2005 |
| ACO Member Since | 2016 |
| Hometown | Louisville |
| Occupation | Warehouse, Wife, Mother, Mimi, Babysitter, Housekeeper and finally a Class Act Shopper |
| One Fact About Me | I quit throwing cornhole for 6 years and found my way back to the game |
| Why I Got ACO Tattoo | I got my tattoo because of the love I have for the game and the ACO family |
MEMBER FOR LIFE #025
| Key | Value |
|---|---|
| Name | Robert McMichen |
| Nickname | PawPaw |
| Playing Cornhole Since | 2000 |
| ACO Member Since | 2005 |
| Hometown | Louisville |
| Occupation | Retired |
| One Fact About Me | I’m very protective of family and friends |
| Why I Got ACO Tattoo | For the love of the game |
FAQ’s
What is the American Cornhole Organization (ACO)?
The American Cornhole Organization (ACO) is the official governing body for the sport of cornhole. It oversees tournaments, rankings, rules, and promotes the growth of cornhole nationwide.
What is a “Lifetime Member” of the ACO?
A Lifetime Member of the ACO is a dedicated fan or player who has gotten an ACO tattoo to show their love and commitment to the organization and sport of cornhole.
Why do people get ACO tattoos?
People get ACO tattoos because they are passionate about cornhole and want to show their support for the ACO community, which is described as having an incredible camaraderie and family-like atmosphere.
Who can become a Lifetime Member?
Anyone can become a Lifetime Member of the ACO by getting an ACO tattoo. Lifetime Members come from all walks of life, including top-ranked players and enthusiastic fans.
How can I meet other Lifetime Members?
You can meet other Lifetime Members by attending ACO events or visiting their website, where they feature profiles of the “Next 25 Members for Life” who have recently gotten ACO tattoos.