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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 #458 Taylor, Panuncialman, and Eccles: three controversies, three opinions.

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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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Column #HR108 The Year of the Follically-challenged

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Thursday, February 20, 2014
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The Year of the Follically-challenged

As strange as it may seem, the Old Dart Coach found himself taking a guilt trip recently. Anyone familiar with the  ODC would think, “Lad’s got a lot to feel guilty about!” While true, it will shock those familiar with “dahts” in America that …

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Column #HR107 Phil Taylor: What the heck is going on?

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Monday, February 10, 2014
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Phil Taylor: What the heck is going on?

Darts and the bartender from Pine Meadows Golf Course in Martinez, California have come a long way since 2:00 a.m. on January 1, 1977.  That morning, after a long night, the bartender  accepted clean-up help from a couple of dart players …

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Column #457 Valentines are Fucked (an inappropriate guest column by Jerry Matserson, age 8, that has nothing to do with darts)

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Saturday, February 1, 2014
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Valentines are Fucked (an inappropriate guest column by Jerry Masterson, age 8, that has nothing to do with darts)

Valentines are fucked!  And while this sentence may be similar in theme to my previous column, “Kissing Girls is Fucked!” – they are both non-debatable points.

I will now relate …

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Column #HR104 Some of today’s professionals have short memories

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Monday, January 6, 2014
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Some of today’s professionals have short memories

Here’s the deal.  Because this “new and improved” website was still under construction over the holidays you missed some things during the changeover.  For example, you missed the always eagerly anticipated annual Toeing the Oche Christmas column.

That would have included the

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