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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 #506 Darts NEEDS a universal Code of Conduct, now more than ever!

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Monday, November 9, 2015
Column 506
Darts NEEDS a universal Code of Conduct, now more than ever! 

The following column was written in 2014…

Perhaps if the leaders who have emerged since it was published pressed for a meeting of the various darts organizations the concept might be moved forward and problems that tarnish the …

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Column #HR152 “A lavare a capu e ru ciucciu, ci perdi a l’isia!”

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Friday, November 6, 2015
Column HR152
“A lavare a capu e ru ciucciu, ci perdi a l’isia!” 

The American Darts Organization team has just finished playing in the World Dart Federation World Cup in Turkey. Steve Brown, the Team Captain/Manager/ADO representative to the WDF/Communications Director – a man of many hats posted…

“We are proud …

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Column #503 “The truth is violated by falsehood but outraged by silence.”

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Wednesday, October 14, 2015
Column 503
“The truth is violated by falsehood but outraged by silence.”

Let’s be clear about something. Larry Butler’s recent accomplishment at the Winmau World Maters was Larry Butler’s accomplishment. Ain’t no one else’s. Ain’t no organization’s claim to fame (although the CDC certainly deserves an assist). No one but Larry …

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Column #HR149 Coincidence? NEVER!

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Wednesday, October 7, 2015
Column HR149
Coincidence?  NEVER!

In the genre of espionage novels there’s no such thing as a “coincidence.”  Nothing “just happens.”  The genre began in America back in 1821 when James Fenimore Cooper published “The Spy.”  Robert Ludlum, Frederick Forsyth, Tom Clancy and John le Carré pound home the “no coincidence” point …

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Column #HR148 Beware of what you say, when, and to whom

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Wednesday, September 15, 2015
Column HR148
Beware of what you say, when, and to whom

With the most honorable editor gallivanting around the world – even temping the theory that “One Night in Bangkok Makes a Hard Man Humble” – an old adage comes to mind, which  states…

“When the cat’s away the mouse will …

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