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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 #305 Is it time for a National Darts Regulation Authority?

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November 1, 2007
Column 305
Is it time for a National Darts Regulation Authority?

There have been some incidents recently on the American darts circuit that underscore the need for some sort of serious process, perhaps even a regulatory authority, to be established to sanction those who bring our sport into disrepute. In this exciting …

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Column #304 A Comment about Bellies and Bullseyes…

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October 1, 2007
Column 304
A Comment about Bellies and Bullseyes…

If brainwashed middle-class journalists want to pooh-pooh darts because of the bellies, tattoos and beer and not see the skill or dedication or the work ethic, that’s their problem.

— Sid Waddell

There was a lot of CRAP flyin’ about in the run up …

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Column #303 An “Interview” with Dave ‘Boy’ Green

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September 1, 2007
Column 303
An “Interview” with Dave ‘Boy’ Green

It was the following two paragraphs from my daily series on the Professional Darts Corporation’s (PDC) first Las Vegas Player’s Championship and annual Desert Classic that got me threatened:

In a result unprecedented in darting history, indeed in the history of all sport, thirteen …

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Darts give Flint native another chance in CANUSA Games

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Paul Seigel was a record-breaking swimmer in the CANUSA Games in the late 1960s, but he might be about to set another one this weekend in Hamilton, Ontario.

It’s likely that no athlete has had a longer span between CANUSA appearances than Seigel.

Seigel last participated in CANUSA in 1974 when he helped Flint win …

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