BDO Darts

[Mark TKO]

yes just hearing he is the best player on circuit

[BIG H]

just watching

these two actually seem ok

i keep track of my averages now in practice - only early 60s. Way off the mark (too many 26 scores). Then again I don't prctice 6 hours a day like these guys

I actually used to be a really good player, but haven't picked a dart for about 15 years. Me and my mate were 2 of the best in town (I had a few 11 dart 501s). My mate carried on playing, when I stopped and went on to be top of the county averages (93 average for whole season) and played on circus tavern stage with Mardel, Whitlock, and Lewis, amongst others. I actually believe that if I had've committed to darts I could've got somewhere, may start again one day, but missus won't let me gave board up in house LMAO

[Mark TKO]

93 could win the BDO title easy

11 darters are impressive. I once had a 13 darter but have only maybe had a dozen or so ever under 18. Like I said its ok throwing a 140 but not when your next 12 darts only add up to 130 ! I've said it many times before and I will again - I really think darts should get more recognition for the skill the PDC guys show to throw for three hours with the accuracy they do.

You should put a board up by way of violence. I have my own dart room filled with boxing memorabilia where my rules only apply. Often just throw while a live footie match is on.

Actually on doubletopdartshop site right now trying to choose some new arrows. Real pain in arse there are no proper sports shop any more that stock them - all cheapo Mike Ashley shops in Leeds. Mail ordering not the best for things like darts.

[BIG H]

93 could win the BDO title easy

11 darters are impressive. I once had a 13 darter but have only maybe had a dozen or so ever under 18. Like I said its ok throwing a 140 but not when your next 12 darts only add up to 130 ! I've said it many times before and I will again - I really think darts should get more recognition for the skill the PDC guys show to throw for three hours with the accuracy they do.

You should put a board up by way of violence. I have my own dart room filled with boxing memorabilia where my rules only apply. Often just throw while a live footie match is on.

Actually on doubletopdartshop site right now trying to choose some new arrows. Real pain in arse there are no proper sports shop any more that stock them - all cheapo Mike Ashley shops in Leeds. Mail ordering not the best for things like darts.

I used the same darts from when I was about 10, probably be too small now. Yeh, never see darts in sports shops now. I used to love going into the shop and getting new flights when Iqas a kid!

[Memphis]

Is Martin Adams really playing Jimmy Hendriks?

We've got a proper darts shop here in Brizzle. Boards set up and you can try every dart they sell before you buy, really nice place, they do snooker gear as well, same deal table set up so you can crack a few balls about before parting with your cash.

H thats really good mate, you need to give your Mrs a slap or threaten to take her porn subscription away

[Mark TKO]

glad you wrote that about a try before you buy place. Just googled it and theres one in Harrogate about 10 mile or so from me that does same sort of thing.

Will go next week

cheers

[Master]

This must the championship level compared to Taylor's premiership.

[0james0]

This must the championship level compared to Taylor's premiership.

It's more Blue Square Premier, mole hills on the pitches, goals held together with electrical tape.

[Memphis]

I only saw a bit of it but the number 1 seed looked pretty handy. Forget his name, fat Adrian Mole type.

[Mark TKO]

Stephen Bunting - suits him doesn't it

Regardless I don't think we will be seeing him in the PDC anytime soon. What is good to see is all the youngsters playing. If they use the BDO as their 'training ground' then it does have a place.

I am actually now enjoying watching it for the comedy value.

There was one guy last night who I am certain I could have beaten - Rune or something.

But whats with the camerawork ?!? One match they were showing the guy throwing then moving to the board. Pathetic !

The split screen format has been the way for 30+ years so why try change it

[Memphis]

I especially like the shot of the non throwing hand. Epic drama created by that shot let me tell you.

[Mark TKO]

Just seen its Scott Waites v Tony O'Shea in final

Out of curiosity I checked their averages

Waite got to final averaging (3 matches) - 89,90 and 92

O'Shea - 86, 87, 94 (that could hve been god enough for QF in PDC but cos of his first two averages he would have gone out before that anyway !)


Richie George got to semi with a highest average of 84


I knew there was a gulf in class but its getting bigger - not one player who could move to PDC really.

[0james0]

Probably why they haven't. Sometimes it is better to be a big fish in a small pond.

[Fenster]

Over the past 3 years Waites has won the Grand Slam of Darts, which includes ALL the top PDC players, lost in a final to Taylor, BEAT Taylor in the round robin this year, and ended up losing to MVG who was averaging a ridiculous 105+ average over 30+ legs.

The overall standard of that BDO championship was shocking (not one player hit a 100+ average or even a 170 checkout, let alone a 9 darter) but Waites has already proven he can beat the big boys.

[Memphis]

Probably why they haven't. Sometimes it is better to be a big fish in a small pond.

I think thats exactly the case mate.

I couldnt even be bothered to watch this year. I normally do and it always looks a brilliant event even if the darts are second division. Didnt get that this year, maybe it was because it was on ESPN, pretty sure BBC had more coverage last year. I just didnt get hooked into it.