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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 #HR144 All hail American women dart players!

Thursday, July 9, 2015
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All hail American women dart players!

It’s been said that a goldfish has a very short attention span. The often heard comment (frequently said to the Old Dart Coach) is, “You have the attention span of a goldfish.”  A new study conducted by Microsoft shows that humans have an …

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Column #HR143 They celebrate July 4th in England too!

Friday, July 3, 2015
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They celebrate July 4th in England too!

In 1863, a group of people gathered in London, possibly in a pub, to set down the rules for footbol. Civilized people call it soccer. Rules of darts? Simple folks in a bar.  Like the rules of darts, the rules of soccer …

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Column #495 A Conversation with Mrs. Dartoid

Wednesday, July 1, 2015
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A Conversation with Mrs. Dartoid – by Sherilyn J. Herkey, aka The Passionate Darter   

What was your reaction when you first realized Paul was so passionate about darts? I thought, ‘Seems safe enough… and how expensive can THIS be?’

I know Paul has previous writing experience… did you ever

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#HR142 Tony, Peter and David – the new Pep Boys?

Saturday, June 27, 2015
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Tony, Peter and David – the new Pep Boys?

Manny, Moe, and Jack were four guys who started an auto parts store in the 1920s that became the huge success called the Pep Boys.  Four guys?  There were actually two Moe’s but saying Manny, Moe, Moe, and Jack didn’t …

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Column #494 CDC Fantasy League Standings UPDATE!

Friday, June 26, 2015
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CDC Fantasy League Standings UPDATE!

With the all the hubbub this past week about Diana Ross’ decisions on Obamacare and gay marriage, the Confederate flag, and Donald Trump pissing all over Mexico, it’s possible that some have forgotten about really important things, such as the CDC Fantasy League.

Not …

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Column #HR141 Cinderella “Honk” Kong and the WDF World Cup FIASCO

Tuesday, June 16, 2015
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Cinderella “Honk” Kong and the WDF World Cup FIASCO

Toeing the Oche is the cutting edge. Granted sometimes the knife’s a little dull…

The Old Dart Coach picked Scotland to beat England in the World Cup. On the other hand, he also picked Scotland to beat defending champion Netherlands …

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Column #493 CDC Fantasy League Standings POSTED!

Monday, June 15, 2015
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CDC Fantasy League Standings POSTED!

EXTRA!  EXTRA!  HOT OFF THE PRESS!
I am thrilled to finally be able to share the standings of the CDC Fantasy League, current through the first two events in Ohio on May 30 and 31.

Although there may be a handful of duplicate entries …

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Column #492 CDC Fantasy League Update

Monday, June 15, 2015
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CDC Fantasy League Update

If I threw in the towel the first time I hit a triple one or five I wouldn’t be the incredible dart player (translation: bullshitter) I am today.   It’s this philosophy (“Never give in,” as Winston Churchill famously admonished) which leads me to update you …

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#HR140 Still “trending” after all these years (like it or not)…

Monday, June 8, 2015
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Still “trending” after all these years (like it or not)…

Toeing the Oche has been around a long time and has built a formidable cabal of critics. Yet the column is still “trending” while other efforts are in the rubbish bin.  For the most part, the critics criticism is …

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