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The Tailgating Experience
Clemson fans love to say, "There's something in these hills," and it definitely applies to the tailgate scene. Nearly every available inch of grass on campus holds a tent and a table, many within view of the stadium. Aside from an isolated incident involving a foul-mouthed 12-year-old boy (the less said, the better), everyone was extremely welcoming of other fans. The sense of community almost reminds you of a county fair.

Parking
Parking is one of the biggest headaches, especially on Gameday in Clemson. We will provide you a parking map along with a few tips from those who have been around the block to make parking on game day a better experience. Also, if you feel you have mastered this aspect of Clemson tailgating feel free to post on our blog anything that may be helpful to Tiger fans everywhere coming to Clemson on a game day.
Below is the link to the Clemson parking map on gamedays.
http://grfx.cstv.com/photos/schools/clem/sports/iptay/auto_pdf/2008_general_fb_parking_map.pdf
Tailgate Spots
Below you will find the information for reserving a Clemson IPTAY parking spot. This option is highly recommended for those dedicated Tiger fans who will be coming to all the games in the fall. It will be a small price to pay but well worth it at 9:00 am on a Saturday in the fall.
http://clemsontigers.cstv.com/iptay/clem-donorlevels.html


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Setup
The layout of your tailgate will make the experience for you as a Clemson tailgater. Some of the essentials include a Clemson tailgate tent, a tailgate grill and of course your Clemson tailgate chairs. Everything else is an added bonus. In this part of our website we will provide you an avenue to get the cheapest and best quality products to begin to set up your very own Clemson tailgate. This can also be helpful for long time tailgaters who need an upgrade from their 1980’s tailgating supplies.

Tent
A tent is a crucial part of any tailgate experience. It is the roof above your head for the entire day at a Clemson tailgate. It is important that you choose the right one that not only looks good but is large enough to suit your needs.

The Clemson Tigers Orange Canopy Tailgate Tent is a large 9'x 9' area, school-colored canopy tent built on a heavy duty frame with powder coated steel tubing and bolted joints. With 6 feet of clearance, the durable water resistant canopy tent is made of strong denier polyester with school logos on all four sides. The tent retracts to only 4 feet for easy moving and storage, includes ground stakes for extra stability, and fits into a tough nylon carrying case.

The Clemson Tigers Orange Canopy Tailgate Tent is easily set up by two people and great for any sporting events (football, baseball, lacrosse, track and field, etc) and for tailgating or pre-game parties. Show your school spirit and color - order yours today! http://store.bowlbound.com/123-41.html


Grill
Grills are also an important part of the tailgate experience. Depending on what you are cooking and for how many quests will allow you to better pick the optimal grill for your needs. For those going all out and grilling a pig you will want to get a larger trailer grill. For those sticking to hamburgers and hot dogs anything from a small camping grill to a charcoal pit will do the job. We will provide many options for you on our website to make the decision easier!

1) Hitch-mounted grills
2) All-terrain tailgate grill
3) Backyard and tailgate grill
4) Multi-grill trailers
http://www.partykinggrills.com/Hitch-Mounted-Grills_category.html
Chairs
You will be needed a comfortable place to sit all day at the tailgate. It is important that you not only go for comfort but also keep in mind the Solid Orange spirit running through Clemson on game days. We will provide several options for you and your guests to maximize comfort level and aesthetics.

1) http://collegejersey.com/store/viewItemMerchandise.asp?idProduct=27953&GCID=S31110x001&MATCHTYPE=search&KEYWORD=clemson%20tailgate%20chair
2) http://www.ocregisterfanshop.com/Clemson-Tigers-Tailgate-Chair_-1108855715_PD.html
3) http://www.firstandtensportsden.com/store/index.php?target=products&product_id=205

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Food
One of the most important aspects of any tailgate is the food. Grilling hamburgers and hot dogs are easy and great tasting, but what separates good tailgates from the great ones is food.
There are thousands of amazing recipes out there from sunset to sundown.
A great way to have great food easy and fast is catering. There are numerous local restaurants to provide catering specifically for tailgates.
Another option is simply tailgating in a restaurant. There are great bars and restaurants in and around Clemson that allow you stay cool and eat and drink whatever you want.

Please leave your own recipes and rate the recipes from below:


1) Recipes:
• Breakfast
• Appetizers
• Dips
• Spreads
• Salads
• Out of the oven
• On the grill
• Out of the pot
• Clemson Specials


2) Catering

3) Restaurants/Bars

Recipes:

Breakfast:

Philly Breakfast
Ingredients:
2 to 3 lbs Philadelphia Scrapple
2 to 3 lbs Sausage Patties
2 to 3 lbs Bacon
2 lbs sliced American cheese
4 dozen eggs
4 dozen English Muffins
5 lbs potatoes
2 large onions
2 large peppers
Worchestire sauce
Instructions:
Hot grill and skillet ....slice scrapple about 1/4" thick, grill on very hot skillet (the hotter the skillet, the better the scrapple cooks), grill sausage patties and bacon (meat can be cooked at home and prepared at parking lot) ...fry eggs on skillet, flipping one time, place on toasted english muffin, cover with slice of cheese and meat and/or meats of choice, add ketchup to taste and eat away ...
Peel and dice potatoes into bite size pieces, sprinkle w/seasoned salt, cover w/ sliced onions and peppers, add 1/2 stick of butter or margarine and a splash of Worchestire sauce, cover pan w/aluminum foil and place on grill...cook for about 1 hour (stirring to prevent burning) ...makes a great side dish to breakfast sandwiches.... Potatoes can be pre-boiled to speed cooking process Sandwiches can be wrapped in aluminum foil and taken into game to eat as a half time snack ....
THE MOUTHFUL
Ingredients:
Hamburger Buns or rolls
tsp. Hotsauce
1 large Egg
1 Sausage Patty
1 Pepper Jack Cheese
2 Bacon Strips
1 Blueberry-Pancake
2 tsp Maple Syrup

Appetizers:
Big Bites
2 cups (8ozs.) shredded Swiss cheese
1/3 cup chopped red pepper
1/3 cup chopped green pepper
1 cup mayonnaise
1 tsp. salt
1 tsp. cayenne pepper
24 slices baked ham or turkey
Combine potatoes, Swiss cheese, and red and green peppers in medium bowl; stir in mayonnaise, salt and pepper.
Spoon 2 generous tablespoons potato salad on each ham or turkey slice and roll into a cornucopia (or funnel) shape.
The flavor of the cheese in the potato salad is best when eaten at room temperature, so remove from the refrigerator 1/2 hour before serving time.
Makes about 2 dozen.12 ozs. red potatoes, peeled, cooked, cut into 1/2 inch pieces.
Sauerkraut Balls
Ingredients:
1 quart sauerkraut
1 pound (tube) of ground sausage
1 individual pack of cream cheese
1 tsp. parsley flakes
3/4 cup Italian bread crumbs
about half a dozen eggs
extra Italian breadcrumbs
flour

Directions:
Brown sausage in saucepan then melt cream cheese into it. Mix this with the sauerkraut, parsley and bread crumbs. Roll the resulting mixture into balls about half the diameter of a golf ball (they'll get bigger). Put some flour in one bowl, a few beaten eggs in another, and some bread crumbs in another. Roll all the balls in this sequence: flour, egg, bread crumbs, egg, bread crumbs.
Once that is done, deep fry the balls at 350 degrees for about 7 minutes or until a deep golden brown. For the health conscious of us, you can bake them at 350 degrees for about 25 minutes, but they are so much better deep fried.
Dips:
Ingredients:
2 large tomatoes or 2 cans of Rotel (I like extra hot)
3-4 green onions
1 small can of chopped green chilies
1 can chopped black olives
2 jiggers of tequila ( Gold works best )
2 jalapeno's chopped (you can deseed and de-vein, too lose some heat)
4 tablespoons of olive oil
3 tablespoons vinegar (white or cider)
2 tablespoons of minced garlic
fresh ground black pepper & salt to taste
Directions:
Finely chop tomatoes and green onions. Mix remaining ingredients. Chill overnight. Serve with chips.
BAGEL DIP
Ingredients:
1 (16oz.) jar Hellman's Mayonnaise
1 (16oz.) container sour cream
1 pkg. envelope Hidden Valley Ranch Dressing Mix - (not party mix)
3 pkgs. chipped or dried beef
2 pkgs. Lender Bagels (I use Packer Bagels, green & gold) from a local bagel company.

Directions:
Mix all ingredients, except the bagels, and chill. Cut bagels into bite size pieces. Dip bagel pieces in dip

Clemson Caviar

Ingredients:
1 green pepper, finely chopped
1 red pepper, finely chopped
1 orange or yellow bell pepper, finely chopped
1 red or sweet onion, finely chopped
2 avocados, peeled and finely chopped (optional)
1 can black-eyed peas, rinsed and drained
1 can black beans, rinsed and drained
2 cloves garlic, finely chopped
1 (8 ounce) bottle Kraft Zesty Italian salad dressing (regular or lowfat)

Directions:
Mix all together. Let sit at least 2 hours before serving (best overnight). Serve with Tostitos scoops or whatever your favorite chip is.


Spreads:

Vegetable Cream Cheese Spread
Ingredients:
6 lb. Cream Cheese
1 cup Fine diced scallions
1 ½ cups Diced red onions
3 cups Fine shredded carrots
1 Tbs. Salt
1 tsp. Black Pepper
½ Tbs. Chopped garlic

Directions:
Mix all ingredients together until smooth and creamy.

Salads:

Corn Salad NASCAR Style
Ingredients:
1 cup vinegar
3/4 cup vegetable oil
1 1/2 cup sugar
3 tablespoon water
2 tablespoon fresh ground pepper
2 teaspoon salt
2 cans baby peas, drained
3 cans white corn drained
2 jars chopped pimientos 4ounces each
10 green onions, chopped
10 celery ribs, chopped
1 green pepper, chopped
1 yellow pepper, chopped
1 red pepper, chopped

Directions:
In sauce pan add vinegar, oil, sugar, water, pepper and salt. Warm until dissolved. Add to the mixture of remaining items. Refrigerate for 24 hours , stirring 2 or 3 times in the 24 hour period.


Out of the Oven:

Easy, Easy Chicken Wings

Ingredients:
As many wings as you want
Salt
Black pepper
Tony Chachere's Seasoning

Directions:
Sprinkle both sides of wings with salt, black pepper, and Tony Chachere's. Bake at 350 until done.
Grill:
Ingredients:
4 c. flour
1/4 c pepper
1/2 tsp. salt
any brand of beer, enough to make a medium thick batter
Instructions:
Dip chicken wings or chicken drumettes in batter and deep fry till golden brown. Drain on paper towel. Dip each piece into Hunts Hickory Brown Sugar BBQ sauce.
Drinks:
Tiger Paw Drink
Ingredients:
2 oz citrus vodka
2 oz lemon juice
1 tbsp sugar
ice
fill with orange soda

Directions:
Add vodka, lemon juice, ice, and sugar in a mixing glass and shake. Pour into a cup and add orange soda. Stir.

Southern Sweet Tea
Ingredients:
½ firefly vodka
½ water
twist of lemon

Directions:
Stir well and chill.

Catering:
Big Dave’s BBQ
Signature Catering
1060 Tiger Blvd (Hwy 123)
Clemson, SC 29631
Fax (864) 653-3534
Phone: (864) 653-3535
Cell: (864) 201-1830
bigdavesribs@yahoo.com
Map to Restaurant

Moes Southwest Grill
391 College Ave
Clemson, SC 29631
(864) 654-6630
www.moes.com
Get directions

Restaurants/Bars:

The Esso Club
129 Old Greenville Hwy
Clemson, SC 29631
(864) 654-5120
www.theessoclub.com
Get directions

Tiger Town Tavern
368 College Ave
Clemson, SC 29631
(864) 654-5901
Get directions
www.tigertowntavern.com

Activities
A great tailgate is has plenty to do. Here are some great lawn games and other activities to play when your tailgating. Please submit your activities as well.

• Cornholes
• Ladder Golf
• French Darts
• Drinking games:
Beer Pong
Corners


Cornhole:

• How to build your own set

• Rules:
OFFICIAL RULES OF CORNHOLE / CORN TOSS
Published By The AMERICAN CORNHOLE ASSOCIATION (ACA)
(Last Revision August 1, 2003)
RULE 1 - COURT LAYOUT

Section A. Dimensions - A Cornhole / Corn Toss court shall be a level rectangular area 10 ft wide and a minimum of 45 ft long. The court should consist of two corn platforms, designated pitchers boxes and foul lines. A north-south setting is recommended for outdoor courts to minimize the effects of the sun.

Section B. Pitcher's Box - The pitcher's box is the rectangle 4 ft by 3 ft at each end of the court, parallel and on both sides of Cornhole platforms. Each contestant must remain in the pitchers box while pitching the corn bag.

Section C. Multiple Courts - To eliminate distraction and safely separate activity, Cornhole / Corn Toss courts adjacent to each other shall be a minimum of 10 feet apart. A greater distance (at least 12 feet) is preferable.

Section D. Foul Lines – There are two sets of foul lines: (1) open adult play and (2) junior play. The open adult play foul lines shall be defined as an imaginary line 30 ft. from the beginning of the hole in the opposite Cornhole platform. For Cornhole / Corn Toss sets that meet ACA specifications, this foul line will be parallel to the front of the cornhole platform. The junior play foul lines shall be defined as an imaginary line 21 ft. from the beginning of the hole in the opposite cornhole platform. See the diagram below.

Section E. Covered Or Indoor Courts - The regulations for covered and indoor Cornhole / Corn Toss courts are exactly the same with the additional stipulation that they shall have a minimum 12 foot vertical clearance to the lowest possible obstruction.
RULE 2 - PLAYING EQUIPMENT - CORNHOLE PLATFORMS AND BAGS

Section A. Equipment Standards - The ACA has adopted the following equipment specifications and standards for Cornhole / Corn Toss:

1. Each cornhole platform shall be a 48" x 24" rectangle made of half inch plywood. ACA sanctioned tournaments should only be played with wooden cornhole platforms as there is significant variance in play between wooden and plastic or other surfaces.

2. The hole in the cornhole platform shall be six inches in diameter and be centered nine inches from the top and 12 inches from each side of the cornhole platform edges.

3. The front of the cornhole platform shall be approximately 4 inches from bottom to top and be at near a 90-degree angle to the ground.

4. The back of the cornhole platform shall be approximately 12 inches from bottom to top and be at near a 90-degree angle to the ground.

5. The cornhole platform should have solid wood sides with the only opening to the underside of the cornhole platform being through the hole in the cornhole platform. Although portable fold-down platforms are acceptable (with open sides), platforms with solid wooden sides are preferred for ACA sanctioned tournament play as it is sometimes difficult (especially late in the day) to determine if a corn bag was pitched into the hole or came to rest under the cornhole platform by being pitched through the open sides in a cornhole platform.

6. The Cornhole / Corn Toss play surface shall be finish sanded to a very smooth texture and there shall not be any blemishes in the wood surface that might disrupt or distort play.

7. The Cornhole / Corn Toss play surface shall be painted with a high gloss latex paint resulting in a surface that allows corn bags to slide but is not so slippery that it allows the bags to slide back down the platform. The preferable color is white, but any easy to see color is acceptable for tournament play.

8. The corn bags shall be made from two fabric squares with a quarter inch double stitched seam on all four sides. The corn bags should be made from 12 oz / sq yd duck canvas and may be any color that is easy to see during Cornhole play. Each bag shall be filled with approximately 2 cups of corn feed and finished bags should be a minimum of 6" X 6" square and weigh between 14 and 16 ounces.

Section B. ACA Seal Of Approval - The ACA shall issue its Seal of Approval to any Cornhole / Corn Toss equipment manufacture or reseller of Cornhole / Corn Toss products that agrees to abide by the ACA standards for design and play. Cornhole / Corn Toss equipment carrying the ACA Seal of Approval is preferred for ACA sanctioned tournaments and is recommended for all Cornhole / Corn Toss events to assure more consistent play.

RULE 3 - PITCHING DISTANCES
Section A. Adults - All open adult contestants shall pitch from the pitcher’s box behind the 30 foot foul lines. Physically impaired adults or seniors may, if agreed by all contestants, observe the 21 foot foul lines.

Section B. Juniors - Junior contestants may pitch from any place, but must observe the 21 foot foul lines.
RULE 4 – CORNHOLE COURT PREPARATION AND MAINTENANCE
Section A. Court Maintenance - Every effort shall be made to keep the Cornhole / Corn Toss play surface in perfect playing condition. Cornhole / Corn Toss courts should be free of anything that might distract a contestant during play. Each contestant is responsible for making sure the court is in good playing condition prior to starting the match. During a match, a contestant shall not be allowed to alter the Cornhole / Corn Toss court in any manner without the consent of the opponent or a tournament official.

Section B. Distractions During Play - Every effort shall be made to keep from distracting contestants during Cornhole / Corn Toss play. Drinks and other personal belongings should be placed behind the cornhole platform in designated beverage holders or other secure locations to keep from distracting contestants.
RULE 5 - PLAY OF THE GAME
Section A. Singles Or Doubles Play - Cornhole / Corn Toss can be played as doubles or singles. In doubles play two contestants are partners against another team of two contestants; in singles play a contestant competes against another contestant. In doubles play, one member of each team pitches from one cornhole platform and the other members pitch from the other cornhole platform. In singles play, both contestants pitch from the same cornhole platform. All other rules are basically the same for doubles or singles play.

Section B. Innings - Every Cornhole / Corn Toss match is broken down into innings of play. During each inning of play each contestant must pitch all four corn bags.

Section C. Value Of The Corn Bag -

1. Corn Bag In-The-Hole - A corn bag in-the-hole (or Hole-In) is a corn bag which is thrown through the hole in the cornhole platform or otherwise comes to rest inside the cornhole platform (knocked in by another player or an act of God). A corn bag in-the-hole has a value of three points.

2. Corn Bag In-The-Count - A corn bag that is not in-the-hole but lands with any portion of the corn bag resting on the cornhole platform is in-the-count. A corn bag in-the-count has a value of one point. For a corn bag to be in-the-count, it must not touch the ground or any other portion of the court prior to coming to rest on the cornhole platform. If a corn bag touches the ground before coming to rest on the cornhole platform, it is a foul and must be removed from the cornhole platform prior to the continuation of play.

3. Corn Bag Out-Of-The-Count - A corn bag which comes to rest anywhere except in-the-count or in-the-hole is out-of-the-count and has no scoring value. A corn bag which is declared to be a foul is considered to be out-of-the-count (no matter where it comes to rest) and must be removed from the cornhole surface prior to the continuation of play.

Section D. Delivery Of Corn Bags -

1. In doubles play, the first side of contestants alternate pitching corn bags until they have thrown all four corn bags, then the remaining contestant (pitching from the other cornhole platform) continue to alternate in the same manner until all four corn bags are delivered and the inning completed. Delivery in singles play is handled in the same manner (but from the same platform) with each of the two contestants alternating their pitching of corn bags until all four corn bags have been pitched completing the inning.

2. A contestant may deliver the corn bag from either the left or right pitchers box (see above) but, in any one inning, all corn bags must be delivered from the same pitcher’s box. A contestant shall pitch the entire tournament with the same hand or arm, except in the case of a medical emergency.

3. Each individual contestant shall deliver the corn bag within 20 seconds. The time shall start when the contestant steps onto the pitcher’s box with the intention of pitching.

Section E. Pitching Rotation During The Game - The contestant who scored in the preceding inning shall pitch first in the next inning. If neither pitcher scores, the contestant who pitched second (last) in the preceding inning shall pitch first in the next inning.

Section F. Position Of Contestants During Delivery -

1. The pitcher must maintain constant contact with the designated pitcher’s box (See diagram above) during the entire address and release of the corn bag. The only exception is for junior and physically challenged contestants, who must simply remain completely behind the 21 ft. foul line when the corn bag is released. The opponent, while not pitching, shall stand behind the cornhole platform at least 2 feet to the rear of the contestant who is pitching. After a short distance contestant (junior or physically challenged) pitches first they must return to the cornhole platform if the opponent or any contestant on an adjacent court is a full distance pitcher.

2. If both contestants use the same pitchers box to deliver their corn bags, the contestant pitching first should cross over to the other pitchers box in front of the cornhole platform and then move to the proper position. (see #1 above) As the first contestant is crossing in front the second contestant should be crossing over in back and mounting the pitchers box from the rear. If both contestants use opposite pitchers boxes, the contestant who pitches first should step directly back to the proper position described in #1 of this section.

Section G. Foul Corn Bags - A foul corn bag is a corn bag which was delivered in non-compliance with one of the rules of the game. It scores as a corn bag out of the count and is to be removed from the Cornhole / Corn Toss court before any more corn bags are pitched. Corn bags already in the court that have been knocked into foul territory by a foul corn bag should be returned to the scoring area. Additionally, corn bags that are in the count, but are knocked into the hole by a foul corn bag must be returned to their original scoring position.

1. The following are rule violations that must be spotted and called by an contestant or assigned judge. The penalty is to declare the corn bag a foul corn bag, which requires the corn bags to be removed from the court prior to resuming play.

(a) Any corn bag pitched when the contestant has made contact with or crossed over the foul line before the corn bag is released.

(b) Except as provided above, any corn bag pitched when the contestant has started or stepped completely outside the pitching box before releasing the corn bag.

(c) Any corn bag not delivered within the twenty second time limit.

(d) A corn bag pitched from a different pitchers box than the first corn bag.

(e) Any corn bag that contacted the court or the ground before coming to rest on the cornhole platform.

(f) Any corn bag which struck a previously defined object such as a tree limb, wire, indoor court ceiling, etc.

(g) Any corn bag that leaves a contestant's hand once the final forward swing of the delivery process has started shall count as a pitched corn bag. A corn bag that is accidentally dropped by a contestant before the final forward swing has started shall not be considered foul and may be picked up and pitched.

2. A contestant's corn bags shall be called foul if the contestant removes any corn bag before the scoring of that corn bag has been agreed upon. A judge shall be called if a decision cannot be reached. The judge shall determine the scoring for the inning.

Section H. Protests - If a contestant desires to make a protest, the protest shall be made to the judge or tournament official at the time the problem occurs. The tournament judge shall make the final ruling on all protests.
RULE 6 - LENGTH OF THE GAME
Section A. Point Limits - The Cornhole / Corn Toss match shall be played until the first team of contestants reaches (or exceeds) 21 points at the completion of an inning. The winning team does not need to win by two or more points.

Section B. The Inning Must Be finished - The Cornhole / Corn Toss match can never end in the middle of an inning. Thus, if a team that pitches first reaches or exceeds 21 points, the game can not end until the other side is allowed to pitch all of their corn bags and the inning is completed.

Section C. Ties At The End Of An Inning – If the Cornhole / Corn Toss match is tied at 21 or more at the end of an inning, play continues until one team or the other achieves a higher score at the end of an inning and wins the match.

Section D. Skunks - The game shall be played to 21 unless a team scores 7 or more points at the end of an inning before their opponents score any points. It this case the game is a skunk and the team that scores 7 or more points wins the match.
RULE 7 – SCORING
Section A. Cancellation Scoring - In cancellation scoring, corn bags in-the-hole and corn bags in-the-count pitched by opponents during an inning or half of an inning in doubles play cancel each other out. Only non cancelled corn bags are counted in the score for the inning.

1. Corn Bags In-The-Hole – Hole-ins (HI’s) cancel each other. A corn bag in-the-hole of one contestant shall cancel a corn bag in-the-hole of his competitor and those corn bags shall not score any points. Any non cancelled corn bag in-the-hole scores three points.

2. Corn Bags In-The-Count – Corn bags in-the-count cancel each other. A corn bag in-the-count of one contestant shall cancel a corn bags in-the-count of the opponent and those corn bags shall not score any points. Any non cancelled corn bags in-the-count score one point each.

Section B. Score Calculation - Cancellation scoring may be easily calculated as follows:

1. The points of both contestants are calculated for hole-ins and in-the-count corn bags.

2. The points of the lowest scoring contestant for hole-in corn bags are subtracted from the points of the highest scoring contestant for hole-in corn bags. The result is the hole-in score for the highest scoring contestant. The hole-in score for the lowest scoring contestant is zero.

3. The points of the lowest scoring contestant for in-the-count corn bags are subtracted from the points of the highest scoring contestant for in-the-count corn bags. The result is the in-the-count score for the highest scoring contestant. The in-the-count score for the lowest scoring contestant is zero.

3. The hole-in score for each contestant is added to the in-the-count score for each contestant to derive the recorded score for the inning.

4. In this manner hole-in and in-the–count corn bags from each contestant or team of contestants are cancelled out and only non cancelled corn bags are counted in the score.

Section C. Individual Hole-In Percentage Scoring (HI%) - For purposes of calculating individual Cornhole / Corn Toss Hole-In percentages (see Rule 9 below) that is reported to ACA by members for purposes of ACA ranking and awards, ALL corn bags pitched in-the-hole are included in the total used to derive these percentages including those that would be eliminated under cancellation scoring rules. Only corn bags determined to be foul would be excluded from the individual statistical scoring.

Section D. Recording The Score - In tournament play, the score sheet shall be the official record of the game and will be used to submit the Official Tournament Scoring Summaries to the ACA (see Rule 9 below). Contestants are encouraged to pay close attention to the score at all times. It is highly recommended that visible scoreboard (that all contestants can review and verify for accuracy) be used to keep score during tournament play. If a question or discrepancy occurs regarding the correct score, the contestant(s) may approach the scorer between innings to rectify the situation. If the discrepancy cannot be corrected to the satisfaction of both contestants, a tournament judge shall be called to make the final decision.
RULE 8 - APPROPRIATE ACA MEMBER CONDUCT
Section A. On The Courts - An ACA member, while in competition, shall make no disturbing noises or movements that would distract the opponent or competitors on adjacent courts. The first offense shall call for a warning from the judge or tournament official. A second offense shall call for a forfeiture of the game being played. Any further offenses shall call for a forfeiture of all games.

Section B. Off The Courts - Any ACA member who indulges in heckling, unfair rooting, or any other form of unsportsmanlike conduct toward any ACA member or tournament official, shall be subject to expulsion from the tournament and the tournament site. This covers any inappropriate behavior (including profane or abusive language) in, or around, the court area. The member shall also be subject to a one year suspension from the ACA.
RULE 9 – ACA RANKING AND AWARDS
Section A. ACA Rankings And Awards - The ACA shall track and report the Cornhole / Corn Toss results of all members that report their scores from ACA sanctioned tournaments. From these statistical results, the ACA shall select and sponsor the Cornholer of the Year award to be presented to the best ACA member Cornhole player relative to all other members around the country.

Section B. Basis For ACA Rankings And Awards - The ACA uses the Hole-In Percentage (HI%)as a basis for comparative rankings and awards.

The Hole-In percentage is calculated as follows:

# corn bags in the hole / (# Innings Pitched * 4)

The ACA Cornholer of the Year will be selected and posted on the ACA web site each Labor Day base on play for the previous 12 months.

Section C. Reporting To The ACA - Members hosting ACA sanctioned tournaments will be responsible for submitting ACA Official Tournament Scoring Summaries to the ACA at the completion of every ACA sanctioned tournament. The scoring summaries set forth the names and ACA membership ID numbers for each contestant, the number of innings pitched and the number of hole-ins pitched for the tournament.

Download copy of the ACA Tournament Scoring Sheets and the ACA Tournament Scoring Summary.


Section D. Updating And Reporting - The official rankings will be updated and published on a monthly basis. Monthly and cumulative to date HI% statistics will be reported for each ACA member that authorizes the release of this information in their membership application. ACA Official Statistical Reporting Summaries received by the 25th of each month will be included in that months updated results. Scoring summaries received after that date will be included in the next months results.
RULE 10 – ACA SANCTIONED TOURNAMENT PLAY
Section A. Hosting An ACA sanctioned Tournament

1. Any member of the ACA may host an ACA sanctioned Cornhole / Corn Toss tournament.

2. Responsibilities Of Hosting. The ACA hosting member is responsible for making sure that the equipment meets all ACA standards and that ACA rules of play are enforced during the tournament. The hosting member should also act as judge in resolving any ruling issues at the tournament.

3. Reporting Results. The Hosting member is required to submit the ACA Official Statistical Reporting Summary for all ACA members competing in the tournament within two weeks of the completion of play. For a downloadable copy of the ACA Tournament Scoring Summary.


Section B. Tournament Play - The standard method of play for an ACA sanctioned tournament is double elimination seated bracket style tournament play. For smaller tournaments round-robin play may be used where each contestant plays every other contestant. At the end of round-robin play, winners shall be determined by win-loss records or hole-in percentage. If ties occur, they shall be settled by playoff, who-beat-whom or one of the other methods that was not used to determine the winner.

Download copy of sample tournament sheets.


Section C. Publicity For Your Tournament - All ACA sanctioned Cornhole / Corn Toss tournaments will be posted on our up-coming tournaments list on the ACA web site. The ACA will also post your results, pictures and comments requested by any ACA member.

Section D. Handicapping - Handicapping may be used in open tournaments and league play. The amount of the handicap shall be determined by the tournament host or Judge.

Ladder Golf

Ladder Golf Setup Rules
• The toss line, which is where the players toss the bolas from, should be 15 feet from the ladder target; however, if you don't want to measure, you can space the toss line five paces from the ladder target ("Ladder Golf Official Rules and Instructions").
• You should use a coin toss to decide which player gets to go first ("Ladder Golf Official Rules and Instructions").

Ladder Golf Playing Rules
• During one round of ladder golf, each player gets one turn. Each player's turn consists of the player throwing his or her three bolas one at a time at the ladder target. Once each player has had his or her turn, the round is over. The players can pick up their bolas and start a new round. The winner of each round gets to go first during the next round ("Ladder Golf Official Rules and Instructions").
• A player can throw the bolas however they want to as long as they only throw one bola at a time. The bola is even allowed to bounce on the ground ("Ladder Golf Official Rules and Instructions").
• You can make noise and try to distract your opponent when they throw the bolas; however, you cannot touch them ("Ladder Golf Official Rules and Instructions").
• You are not allowed to cross the toss line until each player has finished their turn and the round is complete ("Ladder Golf Official Rules and Instructions").

Ladder Golf Scoring Rules
• You get three points for having a bola hang from the top rung, two points from having your bola hang from the middle rung and one point from having your bola hang from the lower rung. You can get a bonus point by hanging all bolas on the same rung or one bola on each rung. If you knock an opponents bola off of a rung, their point no longer counts ("Ladder Golf Official Rules and Instructions").
• Players must get exactly 21 points to win the game. If a player scores more than 21 points, his or her points for that round do not count and he or she must try again to score exactly 21 points ("Ladder Golf Official Rules and Instructions").
• If there is a tie, players should continue to play until one player gets 2 points higher than the other player in a single round ("Ladder Golf Official Rules and Instructions").

French Darts
Drinking games:

Beer Pong

Corners
Traditions:

To be a great Clemson Tailgater, it helps to be a great Clemson fan. Therefore it is important you know these great Clemson traditions.
• Cheers/Songs
• Alma matter
• Solid Orange
• Fun facts
• User feedbacks



Cheers/Songs

Clemson University Tiger Band
Song Time Format (Size)
Sock It To 'Em / Orange Bowl March 2:18 MP3 (373 K) / WMA (441 K)

Tiger Rag 1:52 MP3 (773 K) / WMA (895 K)

Alma Mater 1:25 MP3 (581 K) / WMA (678 K)

Percussion 2:18 MP3 (2.08 MB) / WMA (2.4 MB)
Fight Song
The fight song is the classic jazz tune Tiger Rag by the Original Dixieland Jazz Band, also known as Hold That Tiger, which was introduced in 1942. Also popular is Eye of the Tiger, a number one hit of 1982 by the band Survivor.
Alma matter
Alma Mater Salute/Rat Caps — Freshmen wore rat caps during Clemson's military days and for a short while afterward. The hats were waved in the air during every football game up until the end of the Homecoming game. If the Tigers lost, however, rat caps had to be worn until the next victory. Today, the tradition is continued by waving the hand in the air (with thumb folded underneath so the fingers appear to be holding a cap) at the end of the singing of the alma mater.
Words A.C. Corcoran, '19
Music by Dr. Hugh McGarity
Where the Blue Ridge yawns its greatness;
Where the Tigers play;
Here the sons of dear Old Clemson,
Reign supreme always.
We will dream of great conquests
For our past is grand,
And her sons have fought and conquered
Every foreign land.
Where the mountains smile in grandeur
O'er the hill and dale;
Here the Tiger lair is nestling
Swept by storm and gale.
We are brothers strong in manhood
For we work and strive;
and our Alma Mater reigneth
Forever in our lives.
Chorus
Dear Old Clemson, we will triumph
And with all our might
That the Tiger's roar may echo
O'er the mountain height.

"Tiger Rag"

Long ago way down in the jungle
Someone got an inspiration for a tune
And that jingle came from the jungle
Became famous mighty soon
Thrills and chills it sends through you
Hot so hot it burns you too
Though it's just the growl of the Tiger
It was written in a syncopated way
More and more they yell for the Tiger
Everywhere you go today, they're shoutin:
Where's that Tiger?
Where's that Tiger?
Where's that Tiger?
Where's that Tiger?
Hold that Tiger!
Hold that Tiger!
Hold that Tiger!
C-L-E-M-S-O...N!


Fun Facts
Orange, Purple and the Tiger — The first "colors" of Clemson can be seen in an early diploma displayed on campus. But to everyone's surprise, they're red and blue! The orange and purple began when Walter Merritt Riggs formed Clemson's first football team in 1896. Because Riggs had come from Agricultural and Mechanical College of Alabama (later renamed Auburn), he borrowed ideas from their team colors, orange and purple, and their mascot, the Tiger. Although the football team was known as the Tigers and often used "Eat 'Em Up, Tigers" as a slogan, it wasn't until 1954 that a Clemson student donned the mascot suit. In 1993, the Tiger was joined by the Tiger Cub.
Running Down "The Hill" — Running down "The Hill" originally started out of practicality. Before the west stands were built, the football team dressed at Fike Field House and ran from there to the gate and down the hill onto the field. Today, it's the sound of "YOUR CLEMSON TIGERS," a cannon fires, the band plays "Tiger Rag," and thousands of orange-clad fans cheer the moment when the Tiger football team runs down the grassy hill and onto the field. This tradition has been dubbed "the most exciting 25 seconds in college football."
Howard's Rock — Howard's Rock, named for legendary Coach Frank Howard, was brought to Clemson from Death Valley, Calif., by 1919 alumnus S.C. Jones. The rock was first placed on a pedestal at the top of "The Hill" on September 24, 1966. Before a game against Wake Forest on September 23, 1967, Howard told his players that if they would give 110 percent, they could have the privilege of rubbing the rock. The Tigers won that game with a 23-6 victory. The white flint rock still sits at the top of "The Hill," and Tiger football players rub it for good luck before each home game.