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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 #207 A Warm Wind’s a Blowin’ for the Sport of Darts in America

December 23, 2005
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A Warm Wind’s a Blowin’ for the Sport of Darts in America

Winston Churchill called it “the wizard war.” Historians trace its beginning – the race for outer space – to the day Joseph Stalin’s troops arrived in Peenemunde, the epicenter of German rocket technology, and found it deserted. Wernher …

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Column #206 The World Series of Darts – the Countdown Begins!

December 20, 2005
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The World Series of Darts – the Countdown Begins!

As the momentum gathers for the World Series of Darts (WSOD) and the first qualifier on February 4 (in Virginia Beach) I find myself puzzled by a few things.

Despite the fact that the Professional Darts Corporation (PDC), American Darts Organization …

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Column #204 Some Advice for 14-year-old Boys!!!

December 1, 2005
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Some Advice for 14-year-old Boys!!!

If you’re a 14-year-old boy who’s interested in girls and sports, the information and advice that follows is for you. Read on!

If you’re not interested in girls that’s understandable, and probably wise. I wasn’t either when I was your age. I preferred poker. Girls …

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Column #201 The World Series of Darts — DETAILS!

November 11, 2005
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The World Series of Darts — DETAILS!

When we last left our discussion of the World Series of Darts the line between rumor and fact was about the width of the wire separating the little bitty triple twenty from the big fat triple one. Which reminds me: WHY exactly IS …

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Column #203 An Open Letter to the Santa Cruz County Darts Association

November 17, 2005
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An Open Letter to the Santa Cruz County Darts Association

TO: Keith Albertson, Commissioner ([email protected]); Charlie McClain, President ([email protected]); Nicole Smith, Secretary/Treasurer ([email protected]), Abel Romero, Statistician ([email protected]); Roger Champieux, Public Relations Representative ([email protected]); Rob West, Pub Representative ([email protected]); Rob Christensen, A League Representative ([email protected]); and Julie Miller, B League Representative …

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Column #199 Still MORE on the World Series of Darts!

October 26, 2005
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Still MORE on the World Series of Darts!

The New York Times has come under intense criticism recently. Following the outing of CIA operative Valerie Plame debacle, the newspaper has been forced to editorialize, over and over again, its defense of reporter Judith Miller (a nice lady with bad hair …

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