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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 #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 HR#112 The Search for the Ultimate Greek Salad

Sunday, May 4, 2014
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The Search for the Ultimate Greek Salad

Growing up in Oakland, California there’s no logical explanation for becoming “le amour” of a Greek salad or addicted to darts. But that’s what happened to the Old Dart Coach.

Perhaps it was just in the cards…

As a college freshman a …

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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 # HR111 Bye-bye Whitlock and Newton. And that’s no April Fools.

Wednesday, April 9, 2014
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Bye-bye Whitlock and Newton. And that’s no April Fools.

Yes, it’s a little late for an April Fool’s effort but, being from Las Vegas, it’s no problem – the Old Dart Coach can decide for April Fool’s to fall on whatever date he chooses.  In Vegas, Cinco de Mayo …

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Column #HR110 Taylor’s baaack! Taylor’s baaack?

Wednesday, March 24, 2014
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Taylor’s baaack!  Taylor’s baaack?

Newspapers, bloggers and  Facebook posters are sometimes wrong. Shocking  yes, but true.  The Old Dart Coach humbly suggests that this is the case in regard to reports of the darting  death of one Philip Douglas Taylor.

In 1896, a London newspaper reported that Samuel Langhorne …

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Column #HR109 Sandra Bullock’s Behind Worth $70 Million. Does Phil Taylor Care?

Wednesday, March 5, 2014
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Sandra Bullock’s Behind Worth $70 Million.  Does Phil Taylor Care?

The Old Dart Coach is addicted to the Internet.  Like his other disgusting habits, of which there are many, he makes no apologies.  To prepare for this effort the Internet was scanned for clues on how to improve readership.  …

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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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