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"Dartoid" is the pseudonym of Paul Seigel, a prominent chronicler of darts for over 35 years. His columns are celebrated for their wit and insight, often detailing his quest for a game in exotic locales worldwide. His writing offers vibrant commentary on the competitive darts landscape, including players, organizations, tournaments and the sport's unique culture. Dartoid's articles are highly regarded among darts enthusiasts, solidifying his role as a pivotal figure in promoting and documenting darts as both a recreational pastime and professional sport.

Column #467 If I were president of the American Darts Organization…

Monday, August 4, 2014
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If I were president of the American Darts Organization…

I’d go rogue.

I’d take BOLD ACTION today.

I’d let the chips fall, even if they fell on me.

Many, perhaps most, would submit that the ADO is irrelevant, a near dead organization walking, limping, crawling to its grave …

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Column #465 Can the American Darts Organization be Saved?

Tuesday, July 1, 2014
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Can the American Darts Organization be Saved?

The more I shake the bushes to coax out information – long kept secrets – about the American Darts Organization’s (ADO) financial situation and related matters, the more shocked I am at what I learn – and the more concerned I become.…

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Column #464 America NEEDS a National Darts Regulation Authority

Monday, June 2, 2014
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America NEEDS a National Darts Regulation Authority!

Recently there have been some incidents on the American darts circuit and in Facebook darts  discussion groups that underscore the need for some sort of serious process – an overarching  regulatory authority – to be established to set out standards of behavior …

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Column #463 – Wimmenfolk, Rumpelmint and DARTS in the Ozarks

Tuesday, May 19, 2014
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Wimmenfolk, Rumpelmint and DARTS in the Ozarks

With just d8 days remaining until the start of the annual Chicken COOP Open it is time to re-run my chronicle of my first visit in 2006 to the longest running – and best – outdoor tournament in the world.  I nearly …

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Column #461 WELCOME Jamie Barron and Jambo’s Darts!

Tuesday, April 14, 2014
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WELCOME Jamie Barron and Jambo’s Darts!

It’s been a long time coming…

I’ve been searching for years…

The search has ended.

I am thrilled to welcome a new columnist to Dartoid’s World – Jamie Barron.  Beginning today, his column (Jambo’s Darts) will appear regularly at this site.  Just look …

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Column #458 Taylor, Panuncialman, and Eccles: three controversies, three opinions.

Saturday, March 1, 2014
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Taylor, Panuncialman, and Eccles: three controversies, three opinions.

The controversies…

Sixteen times world champion, Phil Taylor, has dumped his nearly two decades-long sponsor, Unicorn, for a five-year, £3 million (almost $5 million) deal with Target.  “It’s not all about money…” said Taylor, after comparing the switch to changing mobile …

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