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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 #480 New Year’s Resolutions – for the ADO!

Thursday, January 1, 2015
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New Year’s Resolutions – for the ADO!

How ironic it is that the January 4 release by the ADO of their first financial statement in nearly a decade and a half and the final match of the almost $2 million (about $400,000 to the winner) PDC William Hill World …

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Column #HR128 SUCK IT (and also Merry Christmas!)

Tuesday, December 23, 2014
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SUCK IT (and also Merry Christmas!)

Yes, the days of “Decking the Halls with Balls from Holly” as “Hark Harold Angel Sings” are upon us all. During these days, the world will be “Rock’n Around The Christmas Tree” while wishing for a “White Christmas” which is a politically incorrect …

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#HR127 Grattis på födelsedagen, Sefan Lord!

Friday, December 5, 2014
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Grattis på födelsedagen, Sefan Lord!

It’s a little early to be doing the dreaded MERRY CHRISTMAS column…

That’s one of those columns where after having been snuggled in their bed with vision of triples and doubles dancing in their head darters toddle down on Christmas morning to find bundles …

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Column #479 Hey, Big Bang Theory: WHAT THE COITUS?!

Monday, December 1, 2014
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Hey, Big Bang Theory: WHAT THE COITUS?!

Any dart player – steel or soft or wood, and even magnetic or lawn or Nerf – that has seen the CBS smash hit sitcom The Big Bang Theory  knows (Dartboard!  Dartboard!) that the board hanging on roommates Sheldon Cooper’s …

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Column #HR126 Back from the World of Toy Darts!

Thursday, November 20, 2014
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Back from the World of Toy Darts!

After a brief sojourn into the world of “toy darts,” Toeing the Oche returns today to the “real” dart world of the PDC…

Since the last visit they have put forth a pair of “major” events on the telly.  Well not on …

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Column #478 Mr. Darts Language Person is BAAAACK!

Saturday, November 1, 2014
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Mr. Darts Language Person is BAAAACK!

With all the alarm about Ebola recently I suppose it’s not surprising that my e-mail in-box has been pounded by darts folk with questions like, “Do you think the ADO is responsible?”

For the record I do not. At least I don’t think …

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HR#123 ODC to visit Dark Side on All Hallows Eve!

Thursday, October 30, 2014
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ODC to visit Dark Side on All Hallows Eve! 

The scene? One of the finer dining spots in Las Vegas. The Old Dart Coach, resplendent in his finest evening wear, is making yet another visit. He’s finished his martini on the rocks with an olive and an onion – …

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Column #477 Please help little Birdie!

Tuesday, October 28, 2014
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Please help little Birdie!

If you’re a regular reader of this column you will be aware that only occasionally does Dartoid yield his opinionated (some say disgusting) persona to his creator. In fact, over the past 20 years and through 450+ columns about darts Dartoid has stepped aside only …

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