ACO INK’D

Tori Smith

(coming soon)

David Carter

• Nickname: DC/Davis Carter
• Cornhole Player since: 2018
• ACO Member since: 2019
• Hometown: Springdale, Arkansas
• Occupation: UPS Driver
• One thing you never knew about me: I used to Rodeo (Bull Rider 4yrs)
• Why I got my tat: For the Love & Dedication to the Game

Danny Lester

• Nickname: AR1
• Cornhole Player since: 2014
• ACO Member since: 2018
• Hometown: Rogers, AR
• Occupation: Construction
• One thing you never knew about me:  I don’t drink alcohol
• Why I got my tat: Because the first ACO event I played in, everyone treated me like family. What better way to represent family, than with a tattoo?

Jason Swafford

• Nickname: Normal Bag
• Cornhole Player since:  2018
• ACO Member since: 2018
• Hometown: Juliet, TN
• Occupation: Bad Ass Truck Driver
• One thing you never knew about me: I love nuts – peanuts, that is
• Why I got my tat:I got my tattoo because there’s a passion for cornhole

Jack Goodman

• Cornhole Player since: 2017
• ACO Member since: 2020
• Hometown: Muskegon, MI
• Occupation: Assembly Associate
• One thing you never knew about me: Growing up, I played drums in church and was even in a band that traveled to other churches performing.
• Why I got my tat: Because I enjoy the game of Cornhole and I’m passionate about it. Playing in the ACO, I’ve met lots of great people who are always willing to give you advice and help you improve your game. I really have seen how much the ACO is like a big family, and I’m glad to be a part of it.

Austin Graham

• Nickname: Vex/Austin Graham
• Cornhole Player since:  2009
• ACO Member since: 2019
• Hometown: Farmington, MO
• Occupation: Home Painter
• One thing you never knew about me:  I’m legally blind
• Why I got my tat: I got the tattoo for my dad we have been playing cornhole forever and it’s just a symbol of our friendship

Becky Balstad

• Nickname: Red
• Cornhole Player since: 2019
• ACO Member since: 2019
• Hometown: Gillette, WY
• Occupation: Transportation Supervisor
• One thing you never knew about me: Been going to Sturgis Motorcycle Rally for 17 years in a row and plan to continue.
• Why I got my tat: I attended my first ACO tournament last year and found a new and welcoming family of players. I will proudly sport my love of cornhole with my new ink.

Charlie Geers

(coming soon)

James Kelso

• Nickname: Kelso
• Cornhole Player since:  2013
• ACO Member since: 2019
• Hometown: Indianapolis, IN
• Occupation: Truck Driver
• One thing you never knew about me: Super competitive with a no give up attitude
• Why I got my tat: Ever since I picked up my first bag I fell in love with the game after meeting all the people that I have throughout the tournaments I have been in it’s like one big family it’s a family that I am proud to be a part of and not afraid to show it

Jamie Dennison

• Nickname: GoDFirE
• Cornhole Player since: 2019
• ACO Member since: 2019
• Hometown: Topeka, KS
• Occupation: CNC machinist
• One thing you never knew about me:  I’m terrified of Sharks and Cicadas.
• Why I got my tat:  A tattoo is a permanent decision. For me it commemorates a very meaningful part of my life. Family is super important to me and this game and organization has brought me so many new relationships and family members. I love this to my core. Can’t wait to see what it brings next

Willie Milo IV

• Nickname: Chubbz
• Cornhole Player since: 2019
• ACO Member since: 2019
• Hometown: Dodge City, KS
• Occupation: Pet Food Production Supervisor
• One thing you never knew about me: I used to be an 80 lb. wrestler in high school
• Why I got my tat:  Cornhole is life and the ACO is like another family to me.

Allen Smith

• Nickname: Big Al
• Cornhole Player since: 2017
• ACO Member since: 2019
• Hometown: Luray, VA
• Occupation: Courier – Great Eastern Resort
• One thing you never knew about me:  I have a big tattoo of my high school mascot (a panther)
• Why I got my tat:  I wanted to show and be proud that I am a member of an awesome Family

Ben McLemore

• Nickname: Big Ben
• Cornhole Player since: 2020
• ACO Member since: 2020
• Hometown: Medina, TN
• Occupation: Student at Martin
• One thing you never knew about me:  My ACO tattoo is my first tattoo
• Why I got my tat:  To show my love for the game and all the new people and friends I have met playing this awesome game

Bobby Broughman

• Nickname: U-Turn
• Cornhole Player since: 2018
• ACO Member since: 2018
• Hometown: Low Moor, VA
• Occupation: Owner/Operator
• One thing you never knew about me:  Nothing – I’m an open book!
• Why I got my tat:  I like the ACO

Adam Bowen

• Nickname: Adbo
• Cornhole Player since: 2016
• ACO Member since: 2019
• Hometown: Cicero, IN
• Occupation: Installer
• One thing you never knew about me:  I love to ski
• Why I got my tat:  I got my tattoo not only for the love of the game but for the wonderful people I have met and are like family to me!

Tommy Morgan

• Nickname: Tank
• Cornhole Player since: 2017
• ACO Member since: 2019
• Hometown: Waynesville, MO
• Occupation: Department of Defense
• One thing you never knew about me:  I can’t stand on my head
• Why I got my tat:  I love the game of cornhole and I love my ACO family

Scott Mitchell

• Nickname: Cornboy
• Cornhole Player since: 2019
• ACO Member since: 2019
• Hometown: Paragould, AR (870 Cornhole Nation)
• Occupation: Mechanic
• One thing you never knew about me: Back in the day I used to race derby cars
• Why I got my tat:  I love playing the game and wanted to be a part of the family!

Jeremiah Thompson

• Nickname: JT
• Cornhole Player since: 2014
• ACO Member since: 2020
• Hometown: Roby, MO
• Occupation: Housing Maintenance
• One thing you never knew about me:  I’m scared to death of spiders
• Why I got my tat:  I love everything about the ACO and I’m proud to be a part of this awesome family

Nicholas Dressler

• Nickname: Nick
• Cornhole Player since: 2020
• ACO Member since: 2020
• Hometown: Covington, VA
• Occupation: Comedian
• One thing you never knew about me: I have nothing to hide
• Why I got my tat:  I’m a tattoo fanatic anyway, so I figured why not? I love playing in the ACO.

James Tooley

• Nickname: Stewie
• Cornhole Player since: 2015
• ACO Member since: 2018
• Hometown: Mountain Grove, MO
• Occupation: Firefighter
• One thing you never knew about me:  I worked 3 jobs at the same time when I was 17.
• Why I got my tat: To motivate me to be a better player.

Adam Brower

• Nickname: The Sloth
• Cornhole Player since: 2017
• ACO Member since: 2020
• Hometown: St. Louis, MO
• Occupation: PE Teacher
  
• One thing you never knew about me:  I’m a type 1 Diabetic
• Why I got my tat: To take a saying from one of our local groups in the area, “Its’ more than just a game, it’s family.” This was my first year traveling to majors and everywhere I went I was welcomed and formed great friendships from all across the country! I also wanted to find a Cornhole Organization where my son Cooper could make new friends and play with players his own age. We both love the ACO and the people we play with and against! Keep up the great work!

Kelly Kelso

• Nickname: KK
• Cornhole Player since: 2013
• ACO Member since: 2021
• Hometown: Indianapolis, IN
• Occupation:
• One thing you never knew about me:  I’m a stage 4 breast cancer survivor
• Why I got my tat: I really enjoy playing the game and making new friends and I felt very welcome like it’s one big family

John Cahill

• Nickname: Cahill
• Cornhole Player since: 2019
• ACO Member since: 2019
• Hometown: Las Vegas, NV
• Occupation: Operations Director
  
• One thing you never knew about me:  I’ve had part of my kidney removed due to cancer.
• Why I got my tat: For the love of the game and the family that surrounds me at every event. The ACO represents this in every aspect! To show my love, support, and commitment for something that I wholeheartedly believe in.

Tony Larese

• Nickname: Jester
• Cornhole Player since: 2019
• ACO Member since: 2019
• Hometown: Fresno, CA
• Occupation: Partner/Instructor at Certified Forklift Training Center & Partner with ACO Central California Cornhole
• One thing you never knew about me:  I’ve been drag racing since I was 16
• Why I got my tat: I was hooked the first time I played. About a year into playing I partnered with Tim Burnett to open ACO Central California to help grow the ACO and the game of Cornhole. Now after playing for almost 2 years in various tournaments I have had the privilege to meet a lot of awesome people from all over the country. My tattoo seemed to be the best way to always have a part of the ACO family with me.

Eric Hinerman

(coming soon)