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Darts: Setup and How To's
Feb 20, 2020
Learning the Game of Darts
The game of darts is a sport that can be enjoyed by everyone regardless of age or gender, and it's becoming more and more popular. People play for fun while others take this sport very seriously...very, very seriously. We have gathered up a few facts about how to set up your new dartboard and other how to's like how to play, how to throw, etc.
About the Dartboard and Dartboard Setup for Both Standard & Wheelchair
The most common dartboard today is the "clock", "trebles" or "standard" dartboard. The pattern on the board is divided by wire and different colored spaces. It consists of a circle of 20 segments that are numbered from 1 to 20 in what seems to be a "random" order. At the center of the board is a small black circle called the "bullseye" and the bullseye is counted as a single point (as in the points are not doubled or tripled). Inside of the bullseye is a thin red ring called the 25 ring, and this is scored as a double or 2 times the points. The segments spread out from this ring broken only by the "triple" ring about half way to the edge and "double" ring which marks the rim of the circle. If you hit a number in the double ring, you get two marks, or, double points, and if you hit a number in the triple ring, you get 3 marks, or triple the points.
One of the most common questions when it comes to the game of darts is "What height and distance to the oche (the line that the dart thrower stands behind) should a dartboard be?" Well, the set-up can vary for example the Standard Dartboard, Yorkshire Dartboard, the Fives Dartboard, and the smaller Manchester Dartboard all have differing rules and regs. These dartboards can have either different board height or oche throwing distances. The most common Standard Dartboard distance is 7' 9 1/4" with the height of the board placement being 5' 8" from the bullseye to the ground. For the wheelchair oche distance that actually remains the same, but the height from the center of the bullseye to the ground will be 4' 6".
A Few Dart Games and How to Play
Standard #01 Game
About the game:
The 01 series are popular dart games and are all essentially the same, with the exception that you begin with a different number of points depending on the number of people you are playing with. You begin with 301 points (or 501/701/801/etc.) and the objective of the game is to get to zero points the quickest.
Starting the game: The order of play is normally either determined by a toss of a coin or by each player throwing for the centre bull the nearest being the player that throws first. When throwing for the bullseye, if the first thrower hits the center bullseye or outer bullseye the dart is usually removed before the second player throws. If the second player hits the same as the first player then the process starts again. If the first player's dart does not hit either the center bullseye or outer bullseye, then the dart remains in the board until the second player throws. If the first player's dart is obstructing the bullseye the second player may request to straighten the dart.
Scoring and playing the game: A throw consists three darts except were the game is finished in less throws. Darts cannot be re-thrown...duh. This includes darts that miss the board and darts that bounce of the board wiring system. Only darts that have their points touching the scoring area of the board will be scored. You must hit a double to begin scoring (well actually to begin subtracting points) and a double to win. The goal is to hit the largest numbers in order to win quickly. But there is a hitch: if you are shooting for an out (an end to the game), and you throw your exact score, you have to start over...yes from the beginning. Also, when shooting for an out, if you shoot a number higher than your current score, you go bust. Because of those two rules, the end can be tricky. Bullseye scores 50, the outer ring scores 25 and a dart in the double or triple ring counts double or triple the segment score.
Variations (yep, we have those): Depending on who you are playing with, variations can include not having to “double in” or “double out.” Doubling out is almost always a requirement, but doubling in is optional. Also, some won't pull the "go back to the beginning" rule or the "bust" rule when playing
Cricket (no not that kind of cricket)
About the game: There are few dart games that are played that are based around other games, and Cricket is the most common of them.
Starting the game: This is a game for 2 players or 2 teams (normally). To start, players toss a coin to decide who goes first, or both players throw a dart at the bull’s-eye and whoever is closest starts. You will need a score chart that is set up with the numbers 15 – 20 and the bullseye.
Scoring and playing the game: Each player or team will take turns throwing. Three dart throws is a turn. The object of the game is to throw at the numbers 15-20 and the bullseye in order to "close" each number before your opponent and score the most points. That means you need to hit each number three times, or hit a double and a single, or hit a triple in order to close a number. Numbers can be 'owned' or 'closed' in any order by the player/team. If the number is not closed out by the other player/team, the player that has it closed can now score points on that number. If both players/teams hit the number 3 times the number is closed and can no longer be scored on. Bullseyes can be closed by hitting either the single outer ring or the inner double ring a total of 3 times. Bullseyes score 25 for the single and 50 for the double. If a number is closed and the player/team that has it closed hits a triple or a double, it will triple or double the value of the zone. Points are added throughout the game as they are scored.
Winning the game: There are a few ways to win this game:
1. The player/team that closes all numbers first and has the most points, wins.
2. If both sides are tie with points, or have no points at all, the first player or team to close all of the numbers will win.
3. If a player or team closes all of the numbers first, but they are behind in points, they must continue to score on any of the numbers that are not closed until either the point deficit is made up, or the opponent has closed all innings.
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Ivory Billiard Balls
Shuffleboard is a unique game for all ages that dates back over 500 years. If you can stand or even sit at the end of a shuffleboard table, you can glide the pucks down the table. Shuffleboard has made a strong, steady climb back over the last decade with few changes. The gaining of its popularity is due to the fact that is easy to learn and easy to play. If you are ready to start playing or just want to learn more about the game, check out a few facts about this game below. WHAT YOU NEED To play shuffleboard, the major things that you need are: Shuffleboard table - Come by Jones Brothers and we'll help you find the perfect table! Set of pucks Scoring Beads - A scoring bead is designed like an abacus. It is a means of scoring in table shuffleboard. Bowling Pins - This gives players different options of playing the game. HOW TO PLAY The first player slides his/her first puck to the other end of the board trying to make in to one of the numbers blocks labeled "1, 2, or 3". Then his/her opponent shoots his/her own puck with an attempt to knock off the first player's puck. It might also be to shoot their punk further down the board than their opponent. The choice depends on the skill and the instinct of the player. Both players continue to shoot their pucks in an alternating turn until all the pucks have been shuffled (played). This makes it a single round. The player whose puck moves furthest down the board is the winner, and they collect the number of points that correspond with the number block that their punk in on. The game can be played by two people (single) and also by four people (double). TIPS P lacement of your puck is crucial. This is a skill that needs constant practice. It is important to place your puck at the far end of the board without it falling out of the large framed triangle at the end of the court. B e offensive minded: As you learn how to play shuffleboard, try to knock off your opponent’s highest scoring pucks to prevent them from scoring. Be defensive minded. You have to place many of your pucks in front of your highest scoring puck so that your opponent will not be able to knock you off or score. FACTS SIZE OF THE BOARD Shuffleboard tables range in size from 9 to 22 feet in length, 16 to 20 inches in width and the thickness of the board ranges from 1.5 inches to 3 inches. The most common tables are between 12' to 16' in length. Just remember when purchasing a shuffleboard table you will need to leave space in your room to have at least 2 feet on each end for players to shoot. This means if you were buying a 14' table you will need a space of at least 18' to make it easier to play. SHUFFLEBOARD "SAND" Shuffleboard "sand" is not sand at all! Shuffleboard wax, also known as sand or salt, is a what is sprinkled on table to decrease friction between the puck and the table. It also helps to preserve the tables thickness, and increase the speed of weights as they glide across the table. It is one of the most essential accessories you need to play table shuffleboard. SHUFFLEBOARD TABLES ARE NOT FLAT You read that right! Shuffleboard tables are usually concave meaning that the table bows down slightly in the center. This helps keep the pucks on the table instead of flying off. SHUFFLEBOARD PLACEMENT You want to keep your shuffleboard table away from windows because of the inconsistencies in the daily changes in temperature and sun exposure. The sun will dry out your table's surface and can even bow your table.
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