Series Overview and Authority
Governing Body
The True North Shootout Series operates under the complete authority of the Ontario Cornhole Association (OCA) Board of Directors. All tournament procedures, player classifications, and competitive standards align with official OCA protocols and Cornhole Canada regulations.
Competition Timeline
Qualifying Period runs from January 1, 2026 through June 1, 2026. The Championship tournament takes place July 10-12, 2026 at the OCA Provincial Championships in Cornwall, Ontario. Players accumulate points throughout the qualifying window playing in regional singles events in their tier to secure series points.
Player Eligibility and Registration Requirements
Series Registration Fee
All competitors must pay a one-time registration fee of $20.00 CAD to be eligible for Series points accumulation and Championship qualification. This fee enters you into The True North Shootout points race.
Membership Status
Membership Status
Participation is open exclusively to members in good standing with the Ontario Cornhole Association. Players must maintain an active Cornhole Canada membership throughout the entire Series duration to remain eligible for points and prizes.
Tier Classification
Players will compete in regional tournaments at their current PPR tier level (Tier 1, Tier 2, or Tier 3), just as they do in standard regional events.
If a player moves up a tier during the season (for example, from Tier 2 to Tier 1), they will continue to compete at their updated tier level for all regional tournaments.
However, if a player qualifies for the True North Shootout Series Championship as a Top 16 finisher, they will compete in the Championship at the tier level they were registered in when they entered the True North Series, regardless of any tier movement that occurred afterward. (points gained in Tier 1 will move with them into Tier 2)
Compete in Qualifying Events
Participate in any sanctioned Cornhole Canada singles regional tournaments held in Ontario between January 1 and June 1, 2026. Points are awarded based on finishing position at each qualifying event.
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Secure A Top 16 Rank
The sixteen highest-ranked players in each tier qualify for the Championship tournament. Rankings are finalized at the close of the qualifying period on June 1, 2026.
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Accumulate Your Top Six Scores
Series standings are determined by each player’s six best finishes during the qualifying window. Additional event results beyond six competitions will not count toward final standings calculations.
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Championship Seeding Assignment
Bracket seeding for the Championship is determined strictly by final Series standings. Higher-ranked qualifiers receive preferential seeding positions in the round-limited double elimination tournament bracket.
Championship Tournament Format
Competition Structure
The Championship utilizes a straight double elimination bracket format. All matches follow “Shootout Style” rules with a 16-round limit per game. If neither player reaches 21 points or the game is tied after 16 rounds, the player with the higher score wins.
Championship Venue: The 2026 True North Shootout Series Championship will be held at the Benson Centre during the OCA Provincial Championships in Cornwall, Ontario, from July 10-12, 2026. Specific scheduling within the Provincial event will be announced prior to competition.
Prize Pool Structure
$1.2K
Guaranteed Minimum Purse
Per division, guaranteed by the OCA.
50%
First Place Prize
Championship winner receives half of the total division prize pool.
30%
Second Place Prize
Runner-up receives thirty percent of total division purse.
20%
Third Place Prize
Third place finisher awarded twenty percent of division pool.
Prize Disbursement Policy: Travel Reimbursement
Prize monies are designated exclusively as travel and registration stipends for the National Championships. This is not an immediate cash payout. Winners must provide valid documentation to claim their prize funds.
Code of Conduct and General Provisions
Player Conduct Standards
All participants must adhere strictly to the OCA Code of Conduct. Unsportsmanlike behavior, collusion, score manipulation, or conduct detrimental to the sport results in immediate Series disqualification without registration fee refund.
Rules Interpretation Authority
The OCA Board of Directors holds exclusive authority to interpret these regulations. All decisions regarding seeding, eligibility, rule enforcement, and competitive procedures are final and binding on all participants.
Modification Rights
The Board reserves the right to amend, modify, or cancel the Series or any component thereof at any time if deemed necessary for the benefit of competitive cornhole or the Association’s membership.
Questions or Clarifications: For additional information regarding Series rules, qualification procedures, or tournament logistics, contact the Ontario Cornhole Association Board of Directors through official OCA communication channels. All rule interpretations and competitive decisions rest with the OCA Board. Email: info@ontariocornholeassociation.com
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