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There are a few different accounts of the game's origins. One tale involves a nineteenth century Midwestern farmer by the name of Jebediah McGillicuddy. Some firmly believe that this individual concocted cornhole in his barn as a means of passing time with friends and family.

There is no solid evidence to support either the existence of Jebediah or the involvement of any particular 1800s agriculturalist in the development of cornhole, though.

The idea of someone named Jebediah with an Irish surname inventing the game after working the fields seems far-fetched to many.

We do know that the first documented corn hole games popped up on the west side of Cincinnati. Corn hole became a popular community and bar game in the area and developed a local following. Eventually, the "East Siders" caught on and baggo exploded across the city.

It became a popular tailgating diversion at Cincinnati Bengals' games. People making the trip into Cinci for NFL action saw the game for the first time, grew interested, and helped in its spread.