The Kentucky Kernels are built different.
This isn’t just a roster of names - it’s a collection of championships, efficiency charts, late-night practice sessions, faith, family, and flat-out grit. These players don’t just show up - they perform and SHOW OUT;
Frank Modlin – Champion Through Adversity
When discussing the foundation of professional cornhole, Frank Modlin’s name is impossible to leave out. As one of the original 16 ACL Pros in 2015, Modlin helped shape what the sport looks like today. Nearly a decade later, he remains a fixture at the highest level of competition - a rare combination of longevity, consistency, and elite performance.
A Career Built on Championships
Modlin’s résumé speaks for itself:
- Multiple ACL World Titles
- Multiple USA Cornhole Championships
- Multiple ACL National & Open Titles
- World Cup Champion (Europe) with Team USA
From domestic dominance to international victory, Modlin has proven himself on every stage available in the sport. Winning at the World Cup level with Team USA further solidified his reputation as one of the most reliable competitors under pressure.
Adversity, Adjustment, and Elite Resilience
What truly separates Modlin, however, is not just the hardware — it’s the resilience.
After undergoing a double hip replacement, many athletes would have stepped away from competition. Instead, Modlin adapted. He adjusted his throwing mechanics, refined his game, and continued competing at an elite level. That ability to evolve while maintaining championship-caliber performance is a testament to both his work ethic and mental toughness.
Matt Guy – The Gold Standard
2024/25 Pro Singles Stats
- PPR: 10.58 (#1 in ACL)
- 4Bag%: 53.49% (#1)
- Bags In%: 84.16% (#1)
- Match Win%: 68.18%
Matt isn’t just winning - he’s redefining accuracy in professional cornhole. An original ACL Pro and multiple-time World Champion, Matt’s calm presence, family-first mindset, and relentless precision anchor the Kernels.
Leading the ACL in PPR, 4Bag%, and Bags In, Matt Guy continues to set the gold standard of professional cornhole.
But behind the numbers is a former P.E. teacher, devoted husband, father, and proud grandfather whose family follows him across the tour. Matt’s calm demeanor, preparation, and focus under pressure have made him the most respected competitor in the sport.
Richard Nyberg – Precision Earned Daily
Nyberg’s numbers tell the story of an elite competitor firmly positioned among the best in the world:
2024/25 Pro Singles Stats
- PPR: 10.13 (Top 10)
- 4Bag%: 44.61% (Top 10)
- Bags In%: 78.16% (Top 12)
- Match Win%: 68.75% (Top 11)
These aren’t just strong metrics - they place him consistently inside the top tier of professional play. His ability to generate 4-baggers at a near-45% clip while maintaining a win rate approaching 70% highlights both offensive firepower and match control.
In Pro Doubles, Nyberg ranks Top-5 in DPR, further proving that his game translates seamlessly into team competition.
Discipline Behind the Dominance
Nyberg trains relentlessly - 4 to 6 hours every single day. That level of dedication isn’t seasonal or situational; it’s habitual. Repetition sharpens his mechanics. Volume builds confidence. Consistency fuels performance.
But what sets him apart isn’t just time invested - it’s how deliberately he trains. Every session is focused on refinement, situational reps, and competitive simulation. The result is a player who shows up prepared for every scenario the board presents.
Chris Kingsbury – Forged Under Pressure
2024/25 Pro Singles Stats
- PPR: 9.96 (Top 20)
- DPR: 0.36 (Top 10)
- Bags In%: 76.44%
- Match Win%: 63.16%
A Top-10 DPR ranking underscores his ability to outperform opponents directly — not just scoring well, but creating separation. Combined with elite accuracy and a strong win percentage, Kingsbury consistently positions himself as a threat deep into tournaments.
Leadership Forged Through Service
A former Air Force serviceman, Kingsbury brings a level of discipline and focus that shows in every frame. His background instilled mental toughness, preparation habits, and leadership qualities that translate seamlessly onto the pro stage.
He doesn’t rush. He doesn’t flinch. He executes.
Colby Shearer – Momentum Maker
2024/25 Pro Singles Stats
- Match Win%: 62.86%
- Round Win%: 40.45% (Top 15)
- Bags In%: 70.85%
A Top-15 Round Win percentage reflects a player who consistently controls frames and applies pressure. His ability to close rounds and sustain match momentum has translated into a strong overall win rate, proving his impact isn’t situational — it’s sustained.
Being named Breakout Player of the Year didn’t happen by chance. Shearer’s rise is the product of competitive fire, belief in his game, and the finishing ability to capitalize when opportunities appear. His trajectory signals not just present success, but a future that could reshape the competitive landscape.
Gage Landis – Championship Consistency
2024/25 Pro Singles Stats
- PPR: 9.67
- Bags In%: 72.71%
- Match Win%: 63.64%
Landis consistently wins nearly two-thirds of his matches, a mark that reflects preparation and poise. His balanced stat profile shows a player who can score efficiently while limiting mistakes.
Doubles Excellence
- Pro Doubles: Top-7 DPR
- Achievement: 2023 National Doubles Champion
His Top-7 DPR in doubles highlights how effectively he elevates team performance. As a 2023 National Doubles Champion, Landis has proven he can deliver when titles are on the line.
Every format. Every event. Same dependable output.
With elite doubles efficiency and a win rate north of 63%, Gage Landis embodies the reliability every championship-caliber team needs.
Bret Guy – Legacy Earned
In a sport where history matters and reputations carry weight, Bret Guy has proven that legacy isn’t something you inherit — it’s something you earn.
With 21 years in the sport, Guy has built a career defined by persistence, performance, and prize-winning moments that reshaped the competitive landscape.
2024/25 Pro Singles Performance
- PPR: 9.65
- Bags In%: 72.84%
- Match Win%: 55.84%
Pro Doubles Impact
- PPR: 9.75 (Top 25)
- Bags In%: 73.93%
Built Through Big Moments
Holding the two largest payout wins in the sport’s history, Bret has delivered when the stakes were highest. Those victories weren’t flukes - they were the result of preparation, resilience, and the willingness to rise in defining moments.
Carrying a legendary last name in cornhole comes with expectations. But rather than rely on it, Bret Guy has carved his own identity through discipline and championship hunger.
🌽 The Kernels’ Way
✔ League-leading accuracy
✔ Proven championship performers
✔ Relentless work ethic
✔ Character on and off the boards
Stats show the talent.
Stories show the heart.
And together — they build champions.
For official roster updates, match schedules, season standings, and league stats, visit the ACL’s official Kentucky Kernels team page.
