Smoky Lake Cornhole Club

By Myrina Carter

A new club has been created in the community of Smoky Lake: the Cornhole Club, which was started by husband-and-wife duo Ron and Cheryl Semeniuk with the help of close friends Jason and Erica from Andrew, Ab. The first night of club play was on October 27, held at the Ukrainian National Hall at 107 Willow Creek Street in Smoky Lake.

Ron Semeniuk said, “We want to provide a venue that all skill levels can attend to socialize, meet new people, develop their game, and have some friendly competition. This is a game anyone can play; the club will include people from all walks of life. Some sports and games are only meant for a certain type of person and level of skill to play. Cornhole, on the other hand, is made for everyone!”

The club allows anyone 14 and up to join, at any skill level, including people new to the sport, recreational players, and competitive players. If enough members join the club, game night will be hosted weekly on Thursdays at the Ukrainian National Hall. The Cornhole Club also has no yearly fee but charges ten dollars per night per person, and the price includes using boards and bags. The club is offered to any patron who wants to join, not only in Smoky Lake but to anyone willing to travel and who likes to play cornhole.

Ron Semeniuk said, “People interested can join our Facebook page, Smoky Lake Cornhole, to register weekly. This allows us to plan for the appropriate amount of equipment to bring and set up. For people not on social media, there will be group messaging set up so they can also register that way. We look forward to getting to know anyone who decides to join and share a mutual love for the fun game of cornhole!”

For new players interested in joining or with questions, reach out on Facebook at Smoky Lake Cornhole or contact Ron Semeniuk at 780-554-3911.