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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 #504 Ghosts, goblins and the ADO

Sunday, November 1, 2015
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Ghosts, goblins and the ADO  

Last night was Halloween! Or Punky Night, if you live in Somerset, England.

As we in America tossed Tootsie Rolls into sacks thrust at us by sticky little children cleverly disguised as sticky little children in sheets, across the pond in Somerset, the Brits …

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Column #503 “The truth is violated by falsehood but outraged by silence.”

Wednesday, October 14, 2015
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“The truth is violated by falsehood but outraged by silence.”

Let’s be clear about something. Larry Butler’s recent accomplishment at the Winmau World Maters was Larry Butler’s accomplishment. Ain’t no one else’s. Ain’t no organization’s claim to fame (although the CDC certainly deserves an assist). No one but Larry …

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Column #HR149 Coincidence? NEVER!

Wednesday, October 7, 2015
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Coincidence?  NEVER!

In the genre of espionage novels there’s no such thing as a “coincidence.”  Nothing “just happens.”  The genre began in America back in 1821 when James Fenimore Cooper published “The Spy.”  Robert Ludlum, Frederick Forsyth, Tom Clancy and John le Carré pound home the “no coincidence” point …

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Column #501 Dartoid for ADO President

Thursday, October 1, 2015
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Dartoid for ADO President

I am pleased to announce my candidacy for President of the American Darts Organization.

I acknowledge (but do not accept) that the bylaws of the organization prohibit my candidacy, disallowing all but a select few of the millions of steel-tip players in America to run …

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Column #HR148 Beware of what you say, when, and to whom

Wednesday, September 15, 2015
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Beware of what you say, when, and to whom

With the most honorable editor gallivanting around the world – even temping the theory that “One Night in Bangkok Makes a Hard Man Humble” – an old adage comes to mind, which  states…

“When the cat’s away the mouse will …

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Column #500 The CDC Fantasy League winners are…

Tuesday, September 14, 2015
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The CDC Fantasy League winners are…  

With the countdown on for the final weekend of the inaugural CDC tour – the Continental Cup in St. Louis – it’s time to announce the winners of the first annual CDC Fantasy League.

In May, some 700 people from around the country …

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