November 2010
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November 2010
FALL 2010 THE OFFICIAL MAGAZINE OF THE AMOA-NATIONAL DART ASSOCIATION A Recap of NDA’s Trip to Switzerland 2 — THROWLINES FALL 2010 PRESIDENT’S MESSAGE President’s Message Fall 2010 The AMOA-National Dart Association is the sanctioning body of electronic darting, dedicated to the standardization, recognition, promotion and growth of competition worldwide. Administrative offices: 9100 Purdue Road, Suite 200 Indianapolis, Indiana 46268 Phone: or Fax: E-mail: Web site: 800.808.9884 317.387.1299 317.387.0999 [email protected] www.ndadarts.com President: Chris Warren Editor: Andrea Cowan THROWLINES is available at a cost of $4 per year (included in sanction fee) for members and $15 per year for non-members of the AMOA-National Dart Association THROWLINES magazine is an AMOA-National Dart Association publication serving the membership of the AMOA-NDA. Send all materials for publication and address changes to The Editor, AMOA-NDA, 9100 Purdue Road, Suite 200, Indianapolis, IN 46268. Welcome back to another fall season of darting! If you have been playing in your NDA dart league for more than three week, remind your operator or dart league coordinator you should be sanctioned Chris Warren for the 2010-2011 season. If you have already received your sanction card and sanction pin, please verify your information is correct on the card. It is important we have accurate contact information for you so we can keep you up-to-date through ThrowLines and the NDA OnTarget e-newsletter. Please contact the NDA office at 800.808.9884 with any corrections. The NDA staff and tournament committee are gearing up for Team Dart 2011 which will be held at a new and exciting location, Bally’s Las Vegas, April 29 - May 7. We are extremely excited by what Bally’s has to offer sanctioned players of the NDA! You will find Bally’s to be a great location for Team Dart as it is in the center of the Las Vegas Strip. This change in venue brings many added benefits to Team Dart 2011 including a 24-hour practice hall, $3 domestic beers in the tournament hall and one main entrance to the tournament area. These changes should allow for a more enjoyable experience for all of our players! Are you one of our fans on Facebook? We hope so! If not, join a network of over 3,000 dart players just like you! We encourage you to share your stories with others through the NDA social media outlets and hope you encourage your friends to join a NDA league. The NDA will be on Facebook and Twitter during Team Dart, so make sure you do not miss out! As NDA sanctioned players, you play a major role in the success of the NDA and Team Dart. Thank you for your continuous support of the NDA. ON THE COVER: A Recap of NDA’ s Trip to Switzerland. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14 FEATURES: Arachnid BullShooter Finals . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 Chris Warren AMOA-NDA President Team Dart 2011 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 DEPARTMENTS: Central Region News. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17 On the Move? Do we have your e-mail address? East Region News . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18 Have you moved recently? Did Midwest Region News. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21 you just get married? You may update your mailing address, West Region News . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28 International News. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30 name and/or e-mail address any time by calling the NDA office at 800.808.9884 or 317.387.1299 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. Eastern time. You may also e-mail [email protected] to update your contact information. THROWLINES FALL 2010 — 3 FEATURES 6 8 6 Arachnid BullShooter Finals 25th Anniversary a Success 8 Team Dart 2011 General Tournament Information, Schedule of Events, Player Eligibility, Important Information and Frequently Asked Questions 14 Don’t miss out on the latest player news! Sign up to receive the new monthly player e-newsletter at www.ndadarts.com or e-mail [email protected]. Also stay up-to-date with the NDA on Facebook and Twitter! 4 — THROWLINES FALL 2010 14 A Recap of NDA’s Trip to Switzerland BullShooter Finals 25th Anniversary a Success The 25th Anniversary BullShooter Finals took place at the Hyatt Regency O'Hare, in Rosemont, IL, May 27-31, 2010. It was a full weekend of darts, parties, reuniting with old friends and making new friends in celebration of the tournament's 25th Anniversary. $125,000 was awarded over the weekend with an additional $5,000 in cash plus free hotel nights given away in a drawing at the parties on Saturday and Sunday night. Flat screen TVs were raffled off at the end of the weekend and the top winners won beautiful silver and gold cup trophies for their achievements. A 4-person team event started the weekend off for the early arrivals. The numbers were up by 17 teams and all the money was returned in the payout. Friday the Top Gun events in singles and triples were played. The 24 main events started on Saturday morning with the room filled with doubles teams and some exciting competition. Sunday is always one of the highlights of the BullShooter Finals when the annual International competition takes place. This year teams participated from Germany, Holland, Portugal, Spain, Switzerland and the U.S.A. This year the "BullShooter Legends" competed in the international event. Monday ended the tournament with Pro Singles, Pro AA Singles, Women's Doubles Cricket B, A, and AA, Men's Doubles Cricket, Pro Doubles Cricket and Pro AA Doubles Cricket. The annual Most Valuable Player Awards were presented on Monday. Beautiful blue topaz rings were presented to Paula Murphy, from Orange Park, Florida and Darin Young, from Freeland, PA, for their outstanding placement over the weekend in the main events. NOTE: Every event winner(s) listed here took first place at the BullShooter Finals. 4-Person Women’s B Brittney Kosaricon, Marikay Booker, Mary Brand & Coral Spicer 4-Person Women’s A/AA Betty Van Kerkoerle, Karina Nagapetyants, Diana Kastele & Jannine Warmerdam 4-Person Men’s B Steve Rhyner, Ben Dersch, Steve “Porky” Hilger & Josh Baker 4-Person Pro/Pro AA Scott Kirchner, Johnny Kuczinski, Isen Veljic & Shawn Dycus Top Gun Men’s Cricket Singles Julio Barbero Gonzalez, Spain Top Gun Pro & Pro AA Cricket Singles Scott Miller, Medford, WI Also pictured is Donny Ramcharan, who took 2nd place. Top Gun Women’s Cricket Singles Leah Amato, Hazleton, PA Women’s B Doubles Cricket Olcina Martinez, Spain & Maria Pacheco, Spain Women’s A Doubles Cricket Deborah Baker, Franklin, OH & Crystal Raible, Huber Heights, OH Shea Reynolds, Holiday, FL & Paula Murphy, Orange Park, FL Pro & Pro AA Luck Doubles Raymond Hoek & Manny Jimenez Mixed Cricket Olcina Martinez, Spain & Julio Barbero Gonzalez, Spain Women’s B Singles Leah Amato, Hazleton, PA Women’s AA Doubles Cricket Paula Murphy, Orange Park, FL & Shea Reynolds, Holiday, FL Men’s Doubles Cricket Ben Dersch, Janesville, WI & Steve Rhyner, Medford, WI Pro Doubles Cricket Jose Perales, Spain & Julio Barbero Gonzalez, Spain Women’s A Singles Diana Alouisia, Netherlands Pro AA Doubles Cricket Darin Young, Freeland, PA & Robert Heckman, Vacaville, CA Women’s AA Singles Paula Murphy, Orange Park, FL 25th Anniversary MVPs Men’s Singles Diego Rufo Martinez, Spain Pro AA Only Cricket Luck Doubles Darin Young & Dan Lauby Pro Mixed Cricket Men’s--Darin Young Top Gun Women’s A & AA Cricket Singles Shea Reynolds, Holiday, FL Top Gun Mixed Triples Robert Dewitt, Kingsbury, IN, Crystal Wagnor, Union Mills, IN & Scott Wagnor, Union Mills, IN Stacy Bromberg, Las Vegas, NV & Ben Dersch, Janesville, WI Women’s--Paula Murphy, (Pictured with Brad Boe, Tournament Director) Mixed Triples International Team Event Pro Doubles Antonio Ferreira, Portugal & Goncalo Padeira, Portugal Doug Boehm, Snyder, NY & Ashley Talbot, Lancaster, PA & David Switzer, Orangeville, Ontario Pro AA Men’s Doubles Isen Veljic, Northbrook, IL & Scott Miller, Medford, WI Pro Singles Stef Macare, Netherlands Team Spain: Juan Carlos Albaladejo, Julio Barbero, Jose Antonio Justicia, Martin Marti, Salvador Cabrera, Diego Martinez, Roberto Lopez, Yolanda Barba, Cesar Salvarte Top Gun Mixed Triples Pro/AA Scott Ferrian, Albertville, MN, Isen Veljic, Northbrook, IL & Patricia Pluff, St Paul, MN Men’s Doubles Ben Dersch, Janesville, WI & Steve Rhyner, Medford, WI Pro AA Singles Team Legends Sam Zammuto, Bob Wiles, Dave Schultz, Mike Gannon & Bob Lenz Women’s Doubles B Natasha Miller, Bellwood, IL & Monique Johnson, Chicago, IL Women’s A Doubles Diana van de Kasteele, Netherlands & Janine Warmerdam, Netherlands 6 — THROWLINES FALL 2010 Women’s AA Doubles Eric Blackledge, Birmingham, AL THROWLINES FALL 2010 — 7 General Tournament Information New in 2011 Now at Bally’s Team Dart is now at Bally’s Las Vegas! Experience the best of Las Vegas and have convenient access to the tournament by staying at this world class hotel and casino. Bally’s prime location in the center of the Strip is within walking distance to major Vegas attractions, various affordable dining options, casinos and entertainment so there is no need to take a cab anywhere. Relax at Bally’s oversized pool between tournament rounds or shop the Bally’s Avenue or Paris Shoppes. Bally’s is also home to a newlyremodeled casino featuring traditional casino games as well as the latest favorites. Reservations for Bally’s are available at a discounted NDA group rate of $96 per night. Reserve your room online at www.ndadarts.com or call 800.634.3434. DON’T DELAY, RESERVE YOUR ROOM TODAY! It is important to note that Bally’s offers rate integrity for Team Dart guests. If the room rate drops on Harrah’s official Web site after you have booked your room, you will be credited for the lowered rate no matter when you made the reservation We have a few exciting additions to Team Dart 2011! Check them out below. • All official match play will take place in one central area. With this added benefit, we will have one main entrance to the tournament hall. The tournament hall will feature numerous bars, food vendors, restrooms and all darting events! Once you have entered the hall, there is no need to leave! • Challenge your skills by playing on a new manufacturer dart board! Only Team Dart gives you the opportunity to play on six different machines from around the globe. Dart machines will be provided by Arachnid, Inc., Cyberdine d.o.o., Gaelco S.L., Medalist Corporation NSM-Lowen Entertainment and Shelti. • A 24-hour practice hall. • $3 domestic beers on the tournament floor! • NEW EVENT! Mixed Triples Combo, Monday, May 2, 6:00 PM. Mixed Triples Combo is a new event offered at Team Dart! Mark your calendar for Monday, May 2 at 6:00 PM for the start of the event. Mixed Triples Combo follows this format: The games are 501 and Cricket. After the first game, losers start next game. Cricket will use a split (25-50-point) bull's-eye and 501 has a 50-point bull's-eye. Players will play on the same score. There must be a least one female on the team. Ladies will start every game. All participants in Team Dart 2011 must: A. B. C. Be sanctioned by the NDA for the 2010-2011 membership year. Play in leagues ran by a NDA Charter Holder and have a valid player-skill rating. Have played a minimum of 96 league games between April 1, 2010 and March 4, 2011 in no less than eight (8) separate weeks of league play. [League games can consist of `01 and/or Cricket with a minimum of 24 games in the format the player is entering (`01 or Cricket)]. Featured Events: Something for Everyone! Singles Events ($41 for Open and $66 for Masters) •Open Singles 501 •Open Masters Singles 501 DI/DO •Ladies Masters Singles 501 DI/DO •Open Singles Cricket •Open Masters Singles Cricket •Ladies Masters Singles Cricket •Open Senior Singles Combo Doubles Events ($72 for Open and $126 for Masters) •Open Doubles 501 •Open Masters Doubles 501 DI/DO •Ladies Masters Doubles 501 DI/DO •Open Doubles Cricket •Open Masters Doubles Cricket •Ladies Masters Doubles Cricket •Mixed Doubles 501 •Masters Mixed Doubles 501 •Mixed Doubles Combo •Masters Mixed Doubles Combo Triples Events ($96 for Open and $171 for Masters) •Mixed Triples 701 •Masters Mixed Triples 701 •NEW! Mixed Triples Combo •NEW! Masters Mixed Triples Combo Team Events ($160 for Open and $335 for Masters) •Open Team 501 •Open Masters Team 501 DI/DO •Ladies Masters Team 501 DI/DO •Open Team Cricket •Open Masters Team Cricket •Ladies Masters Team Cricket THROWLINES FALL 2010 — 9 Schedule of Events Friday, April 29 Times tentative based on field. All events are at Bally's Las Vegas. Play will go late most evenings. Please plan accordingly. Know the Rules Test Monday, May 2 5:00 PM This open-book test was created for players who want to learn more about the NDA’s Official Rules of Play. It is also the first step to becoming a NDA Certified Electronic Darting Referee. You may also take the test online at www.ndadarts.com. Testing is $10 for sanctioned players and $25 for non-sanctioned players. 5:00 PM - 10:00 PM 6:00 PM *7:00 PM Onsite check-in for players for all events Player Orientation meeting Blind Draw Events Saturday, April 30 7:00 AM - 8:00 PM 8:00 AM 10:00 AM *6:00 PM *7:00 PM Onsite check-in for players Cricket Doubles - Open/Masters Ladies Masters Cricket Doubles 501 Singles - Masters/Ladies Masters 501 Singles - Open Sunday, May 1 7:00 AM - 7:00 PM 8:00 AM 10:00 AM 6:00 PM Onsite check-in for players 501 Doubles - Open/Masters Ladies Masters 501 Doubles Cricket Singles - Open/Masters/Ladies Masters Monday, May 2 8:00 AM - 7:00 PM *9:00 AM *10:00 AM 5:00 PM *6:00 PM *6:00 PM Onsite check-in for players Cricket Team - Round 1 - All Levels Ladies Masters Cricket Team - Round 1 Know the Rules Testing Senior Singles Combo (50+ years) - Open - NO MASTERS Mixed Triples Combo - Open/Masters - NEW EVENT! Tuesday, May 3 7:00 AM - 6:00 PM 8:00 AM 10:00 AM 5:00 PM Onsite check-in for players Cricket Team - Round 2 - All levels with Masters play to completion Ladies Masters Cricket Team - Round 2 to completion Mixed Doubles Combo - Open/Masters Wednesday, May 4 NDA Certified Electronic Darting Referee Seminar Wednesday, May 4 12:30 PM This seminar teaches attendees the proper way to conduct themselves as a referee at the local, regional, state and international levels. Many tested and true officiating techniques are shared with the members of this class. To sign up, call 800.808.9884 or register onsite. The seminar is $50 and open to all players, Charter Holders and their representatives. 9:00 AM - 9:00 PM 10:00 AM 11:00 AM 12:30 PM *8:00 PM Onsite check-in for players Cricket Team - Finals Play - All Open International Challenge Referee Certification Course Opening Ceremony and Player Party Thursday, May 5 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM 9:00 AM 10:00 AM 5:00 PM Onsite check-in for players 501 Team - Round 1 - Open/Masters Ladies Masters 501 Team - Round 1 Mixed Doubles 501 - Open/Masters Friday, May 6 *9:00 AM 10:00 AM 6:00 PM 501 Team - Round 2 - All Levels with Masters play to completion Ladies Masters 501 Team - Round 2 to completion Mixed Triples 701 - Open/Masters Saturday, May 7 8:00 AM 501 Team - Finals - All Open *Indicates changes from last year, either to start time or events being played. 10 — THROWLINES FALL 2010 Player Eligibility All participants in Team Dart 2011 must: Be sanctioned by the National Dart Association for the 2010-2011 membership year. B. Play in leagues ran by National Dart Association Charter Holder members in good standing and that are in compliance with all league-sanctioning guidelines. (Only league systems that have every player sanctioned are considered sanctioned leagues.) C. Have played a minimum of 96 league games between April 1, 2010 and March 4, 2011. Qualifying games must be obtained in no less than eight (8) separate weeks of league play. [League games can consist of ‘01 and/or Cricket with a minimum of 24 games in the format the player is entering (‘01 or Cricket).] D. Compete during regular league play on machines owned and operated by National Dart Association Charter Holder members. E. Be entered in the tournament by the National Dart Association Charter Holder on whose machine(s) they have completed the minimum game requirements for tournament entry. F. Have a National Dart Association player-skill rating using the Points Per Dart (PPD) and/or Marks Per Round (MPR) performance rating system for the event in which they are entered, to be classified. These performance ratings require a player to compete in 24 games in a single season for that event. Minimum time to obtain a player-skill rating is eight (8) separate league nights in eight (8) different weeks. Players without a valid PPD or MPR will be classified as a Master-rated player and the Charter Holder will be billed for a Master entry. G. Not compete in more than one level (Open, Ladies and Masters) in any one event. H. Be at least 18 years of age and comply with the regulations of local, state and federal laws in which they compete in leagues. All tournament teams must: A. Choose to compete in open or ladies but cannot compete in both for a single event. B. Declare a full team roster, including substitutes, when certificates are completed. C. Must participate in the same league system and have formed a tournament team meeting the following criteria and applying to all events: • Each person on the team roster must meet all of the player requirements listed under Player/Team Eligibility. • All players must have a minimum of 96 league games from April 1, 2010 to March 4, 2011. (These league games can consist of ‘01 and/or Cricket, not just the game the tournament team is entering.) Substitute players for doubles, triples and teams: Teams may use a substitute from within the same league system as long as the substitute player has competed in the same league format as the regular players. Regular team substitutes should be entered on the regular player certificate. TEAM 2011 A. THE FOLLOWING PLAYERS EARNED THE RIGHT TO COMPETE IN TEAM DART 2011 AS PART OF TEAM USA: MEN Regular Eric Blackledge - St. Louis, Missouri Scott Kirchner - Janesville, Wisconsin Scott Miller - Lafayette, Indiana Randy Van Deursen - Lindenhurst, Illinois Alternates Ray Carver - Wilmington, Illinois Bob Castillo - Phoenix, Arizona Rick Espinoza - Owatonna, Minnesota Lane Helgelson - Milwaukee, Wisconsin WOMEN Regular Stacy Bromberg - Las Vegas, Nevada Carolyn Nessman - Franklin, Wisconsin Sharon Sonntag - Franklin, Wisconsin Lisa Yee - Mesa, Arizona Alternates Missy Arredondo - Hammond, Indiana Denise Davis - Mesa, Arizona Wendy Espinoza - Owatonna, Minnesota Mary Ferguson - Portage, Indiana VIOLATIONS of the above will void entries and be nonrefundable. THROWLINES FALL 2010 — 11 Important Information Registration – New Procedures Registration will begin at Bally’s Las Vegas on Friday, April 29, at 5 PM. Registration will continue throughout the week. Registration materials will be distributed by last name to each participant. You may not pick up registration materials for any of your team members. Special Blind Draw Events At Team Dart 2011 FRIDAY, APRIL 29 ALL EVENTS START AT 7:00 PM Tournament Dress Code All participants in Team Dart 2011 are required to compete in appropriate attire and must comply with the following dress code during all events: • Team shirts are recommended. • All players must present a clean and neat appearance. • All shirts must have sleeves. • No cut-offs or ragged-edge hems on any shorts. • Shoes must be worn in the tournament room at all times. No shirts similar in style to the NDA’s Official Referee apparel will be allowed on the tournament floor. All events will be randomly drawn to form a Doubles team. Open • Open to men and women of all skill levels • $10 entry per player Ladies • Open to women of any skill level • $10 entry per player Seniors • Open to men and women of all skill levels aged 50 and over • $10 entry per player Mixed • Open to men and women of all skill levels • Teams will be formed with one man and one woman • $10 entry per player High Rollers • Open to men and women of all skill levels • $20 entry per player Finals Only - Dress Code All participants in Team Dart 2011 must comply with the following dress code during the finals of all events: • Wear a color and style of team shirt that is matching with sleeves (meaning exact same style, color and logo except for the player’s name). This includes the front and back of the shirts. • Wear pants, capris or shorts that are neat, clean and untorn. No sweatpants are allowed. • Not display inappropriate or foul imprinting on team clothing. • Adhere to all elements of the regular tournament dress code. Headgear that is neat, clean and untorn will be allowed. Violation of the dress code during these events will cause removal of the player from competition for the remainder of that event. All decisions made by the referees regarding the dress code are final. Scoring on the Electronic Dart Machine Any dart that sticks in the board and registers as a dart thrown but does not score will be corrected. However, a referee must be called to witness the situation and only a referee can make the necessary correction to the score using the back-up feature. Onsite Alternate Rule Onsite alternates can be used by a team as long as the Tournament Committee has approved the change two hours prior to the day’s event. An alternate must be from the same league system and meet all the player requirements noted in Player/Team Eligibility. Alternate players must be rated equal to or less than the player they are replacing. It is recommended possible alternates be submitted, with their statistics, prior to the tournament by your operator to avoid delays. Onsite approval for alternates not already participating in the tournament can be requested by a Charter Holder, with appropriate league statistics, within the time frame noted. For ladies and mixed events, the alternate player must also be of the same gender. No roster changes are allowed in finals. Absolutely no one can serve as an alternate on more than one team per event. Any players on your team roster for that event may be rotated in match-by-match, not between games. Smoking Policy All Events Start at 7:00 PM Double Elimination Race to 2 12 — THROWLINES FALL 2010 There is no smoking in the tournament area and absolutely no smoking during a match. Scoresheets should be turned in prior to going to the outside designated smoking areas. There are no exceptions for not being at your board when it is your turn to play. Scheduling conflicts and procedures will be strictly enforced. Darts takes precedence over smoking. Frequently Asked Questions Q. Who can play on my team? Any sanctioned player from any of your Charter Holder’s leagues who has completed 96 league games with qualifying statistics is eligible to play on your team. YOU CANNOT PLAY WITH SOMEONE FROM ANOTHER CHARTER HOLDER. • Mixed Triples events must have at least one female on each team. • Mixed Doubles Combo teams must consist of one female and one male. • Mixed Doubles 501 teams must consist of one female and one male. Q. If one of my team members can’t come to the tournament at the last minute, can anyone substitute for that player at the tournament? No, not just anyone. After March 11, all changes and substitutions must be made at the tournament and must meet the following criteria: • Alternate must be from the same league system. • Alternate must meet all eligibility requirements with stats on file onsite. • Alternate’s skill rating must be LESS THAN or EQUAL TO the player they are replacing. • In ladies or mixed events, the alternate must be of the same gender. • NO ALTERNATES PERMITTED IN THE FINALS. Q. How do I know if I’m a Master-rated player? Master-rated criteria is as follows: Event Team Maximum Doubles’ Maximum Singles’ Masters Player Rating Open ‘01 118 PPD 59 PPD 30 PPD Open Cricket 13.8 MPR 6.9 MPR 3.5 MPR Mixed Doubles Combo 5.8 MPR 3.5 MPR and 30 PPD Mixed Doubles 501 51 PPD Mixed Triples Combo 9.3 MPR 3.5 MPR and 30 PPD Mixed Triples 701 81 PPD 30 PPD Master rating may also be awarded to players who: 1. 2. 3. 4. Are without a verifiable player-skill rating (these players will play in Masters only). Placed in the money in a NDA’s Master's level event in the last year. Show “known ability” by placement in a NDA manufacturer sponsor’s major tournament. Are “Dominant Players” in either soft or steel-tip darting. No Master-rated player will be permitted to participate below level one. Two Master-rated players on ANY team must play at the Masters’ level. For Mixed Doubles Combo and Mixed Triples Combo, the Open Cricket and ‘01 rating will be used to determine Master-rated players. For Mixed Triples 701, the open criteria will be used to determine Master-rated players. Note: Ladies playing in a non-ladies masters event (singles, doubles, mixed doubles or team) should use the open criteria to determine master's player ratings. Player ability assessment may be determined by the Tournament Committee related to any of the following criteria: A. Player-skill rating (entry skill). B. Review of previous NDA tournament performance, specifically Team Dart XXV. C. Examination of overall local league ratings. D. Known ability. For full eligibility details or questions visit the NDA Web site at www.ndadarts.com or call your local NDA operator. THROWLINES FALL 2010 — 13 d n a l r e z t i w S o t p i r T ’s A D N f o p a c e R A , Switzerland to a trip to Leukerbad on rs ye ka, pla d ne tio yers flew from Alas group of NDA-sanc ampionships. Pla Ch ) DU In June, I joined a (E ion ht Un flig for our European Darts to meet in Atlanta participate in the and South Dakota n southwest iga to ich ey M rn , jou ois in Colorado, Ill gan a two hour be we h, ric llide in the Zu co in s rival king region to Zurich. Upon ar and German-spea ch en scary and Fr e tly th gh th sli r bo d the Alps. 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They rode tra nt the top of anothe ou to m e up th ble of ca se i m m Ge at the ba e th de ro waters flowed, which the thermal ore. co in town and m dis e on danced in the gathered in the e U.S. and China, th s plu , pe te the ro Eu parade to celebra m 25 countries in uld be a glorious wo at untry of Representatives fro co wh r d fo an t gh ad drizzle one ni lage of Leukerb vil e th g re sin ca ow freezing cold and sh players proudly wo soft-tip darts while U.S. flag, and the e ts th es rry gu ca As world of electronic, to re. no Bi e town squa team nominated ment hall from th d na ze ni ur to og Switzerland. The e rec th be to in to they marched ch to the stage as ea s es irt sh tiv ta m en e tea th res t eir th four rep g amongs S. and China sent a random drawin of the EDU, the U. nament. 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Pfennig, rship be em M of r to Direc 14 — THROWLINES FALL 2010 Alyssa Pfennig of Indianapolis, Indiana - NDA From the Players’ Perspective What did you enjoy most about your trip to the European Dart Championship in Leukerbad, Switzerland? There were so many things. It seems as though no matter who we came into contact with, everyone was so gracious, helpful and kind. I absolutely loved the town of Leukerbad. It was so beautiful and the hiking that we got to do was simply amazing. I loved that, as opposed to Team Dart in April, this trip was much more relaxing in that there were days when we didn’t even play at all. We just got to sleep in and then really get to ‘vacation’…ie…sightsee, hike, dine in nice establishments, etc. Truly, this was the opportunity of a lifetime. —Amy Almaguer The trip was very enjoyable because of the nice people who helped us out and those who traveled with us. —Isidro “Bino” Almaguer The thing I liked most about the trip was meeting new friends. I spent a lot of time with Amy and Bino (a couple who won the trip from Colorado) and had a lot of laughs. They were a blast to hang out with! The scenery there was unbelievable. No matter which way you looked, it was a Kodak picture. —Randy Van Deursen My favorite part of the trip was the people of Switzerland and the EDU and their overall hospitality. During the entry ceremony, Team USA received a standing ovation from the entire crowd; we were the only country to receive this welcome. One of the neatest things was that most of players we played against couldn’t speak English, but that didn’t matter. Darts is unique because it is based on numbers and those are the same for all of us. Even though we couldn’t understand each other verbally, we could still communicate. We knew what the other person was thinking based on the throw and didn’t need to speak. —Ralph “Butch” Ritter I’ve never been out of the country before. Switzerland was such a beautiful country. I never would have gotten the opportunity to travel there if it wasn’t for this trip. It is surely an experience I will never forget. —Larry Roe Amy Almaguer of W Windsor, Colorado - BM Billiards Isidro “Bino” Almaguer of Windsor, Colorado – BMW Billiards Louie K Plankintonigge of n, So Dakota – D & E uth & Vendin Music g The love we received from all European Dart players and tournament staff. The owner of Hotel Viktoria and staff, the people in Leukerbad. Even entertainer Freedy M. sang songs in English for us at an outside restaurant. Last but not least, the beauty of the Swiss Alps. —Ricky “Rabbit” Stoddard What did you learn regarding the culture of darts internationally? The cultural of darts in Switzerland was very serious and competitive as well as player-friendly. The system (sign-up, kiosks, monitors, etc.) that they have implemented is very efficient and easy to learn. It was very nice to be able to sign up for an event onsite. It was fun to meet people from so many different countries and see the level of international competition. —Amy Almaguer I learned that those in Switzerland actually have a chance to travel to different countries maybe twice a year or even more, which for us is not that often. They have a lot more opportunities in Switzerland. —Isidro “Bino” Almaguer The whole tournament was shot on 13” boards, which was something new to most of us. On the day of the international event, there were 29 different countries represented, and we all met in the town square and marched though the streets of Leukerbad with our flags, ending up in the tournament hall. A lot of very good players from all over the world were Ralph "Butch" Ritter of Plankinton, South Dakota - D & E Music & Vending present which made the competition tough. All in all, it was a very good experience. —Randy Van Deursen Lar ry Ro The tournament was the most smoothly run tournament I have ever been to. Everything was electronic and displayed across the tournament room. The entire tournament was so organized because everyone knew where they needed to be because it was automatically updated and always viewable. The EDU did an excellent job organizing this tournament. —Ralph “Butch” Ritter The Europeans play and practice on a different style of board which is a little more difficult. The triples, doubles and bulleyes are smaller. It would be good to practice on these boards, because when you play, you will have a bigger target which is easier to hit! —Larry Roe Whether playing darts in Switzerland, Vegas, Michigan State Dart Tournament or playing darts in a Rabbit Dart League, all cultures love the sport of darts! —Ricky “Rabbit” Stoddard Alaska e of An c - Vend horage, Alaska Ricky “Rabbit” Stoddard of Ypsilanti, Michigan Rabbit Darts rsen of an Deu inois V y d n Ill Ra hurst, s Linden st Electronic e Midw THROWLINES FALL 2010 — 15 European Dart Championship Leukerbad, Switzerland • June 17-25, 2010 About the Program The AMOA-NDA awarded a trip to eight NDA sanctioned players to play in the European Dart Championship hosted by the European Darts Union (EDU) in Leukerbad, Switzerland. The championship was held in June of 2010. The eight NDA sanctioned players were comprised of four doubles teams that were randomly selected in early spring of 2010. Two doubles teams (four individuals) were selected from a 2009 NDA dart league; one doubles team was selected from a 2009 state dart tournament participating in the NDA’s Tournament Incentive Program and one doubles team (two individuals) was selected from 2010 Team Dart entrants. Roundtrip airfare and accommodations were provided for each individual winner. Keep participating in NDA leagues, NDA-affiliated state tournaments and Team Dart for your chance to win a trip to another tournament outside of the United States! 16 — THROWLINES FALL 2010 CENTRAL REGION NEWS NEWS FROM COLORADO, KANSAS, MONTANA , NEBRASKA , NORTH DAKOTA , OKL AHOMA , SOUTH DAKOTA , TEXAS AND WYOMING Freidel’s Music & Recreation D Division Mobridge, SD 1st Place - Fuzzy Toads: Gene Pribyl, Wyatt Sabo, Jerry Lei, Cara Lei, Pete Tenold Freidel’s Music and Recreation in Mobridge, SD held its annual Regional Dart Tournament in January. Friday night was Open Doubles with side draw doubles. Saturday was Round Robin Team event with side draw doubles after team events were completed. This year we had 39 teams. A Division B Division E Division C Division 1st Place - Ma’s Team: Linda Peck, Doris Kari, Marjean Huber, Arlen Aaker F Division 1st Place - Jammin Dart Dogs: Jason Kraft, Kent Anderson, Scott Schilling, Jason Berens 1st Place - Keepin Kool: Kyla Meverden, June High Elk, Angel Meverden, Arnold Black Bull 1st Place - Smokin Hot: Mary Reede, Holly Whitewolf, BJ Whitewolf, Robyn Dupree, Dustin Dupree 1st Place - Weisis Wobblers: Diane Sanger, Chuck Sanger, Craig Warren, Cindy Shillingstad Onesource Amusements Fort Worth, TX TXDarts lost a good friend and a fantastic ambassador to the sport of darts this year, Joe Wayne Hefley 1958-2010. Known as Grizzly, he helped build darts in the Dallas Fort Worth area. His family and friends would like to thank all those in the NDA who donated to his cause. We held a fundraiser tournament earlier in the year, a soft tip and steel tip. First in the Soft tip was Bo Donahue and Tim Sopp. In the steel event Ed McCammack, Jr. and James Bullard took home the honors. TXDarts ended the summer with a BBQ/Pool party marking the end of a great summer session with family and friends. Taking first place in the summer 4-person spot was Blind Squirrels, second place was Boom Baby and third place was Appaku. Ladies Singles was won by Lisa Riojas and Men’s Singles was Paul Riojas. Jeff Mahan received a special Joe Hefley 1958-2010 services award for all of his hard work the past few years! Singles Four Person Spot 1st Place - Blind Squirrels Special Service Award Jeff Mahan 2nd Place - Boom Baby 3rd Place - Appaku Ladies 1st Place - Lisa Riojas Men’s 1st Place - Paul Riojas THROWLINES FALL 2010 — 17 EAST REGION NEWS NEWS FROM DELAWARE, FLORIDA, PENNSYLVANIA, SOUTH CAROLINA, TENNESSEE AND WEST VIRGINIA C & M Darts, Inc. 2 On 2 C North 2 On 2 Mixed 1st Place - Big Daddys #1: Mike Moore, Mike Bridges 2nd Place - Cheers Lake Mary #2: Jimmy Williams, Jack Poole 1st Place - Pipers #13: Demaris Morales, Eddie Morales, Dale Claybaugh 2nd Place - Hoops 1.5: Joy Krumweide, Oscar Griffith Orlando, FL January 2010 Dart League Division Winners 2 On 2 Intermediate North 2 On 2 Pro East Cricket C 1st Place - Betty's #1: Joseph Greene, Claudia Gende, Brett Miller, Tommy Rutherford, Junior Wendt 2nd Place - Debbies Place: Isaac Arroyo, Jason Brigdon, Sonny Capodinnco, Derek Denison, Byuon Ganster, Robert Guthrie North Cricket C 1st Place - Pretzels WS: Everett Anderson, Cayton Cook, Bill Coombs, Tom Lesch, Ken Yeager 2nd Place - Cooter Browns #9: Francesco Astarita, Edie Swanson, Oliver Jamito, Scott Swanson 1st Place - Hoops #1: Patty Arden, Steve Scheinholtz 2nd Place - Starters #7: Brian "BROC" Nathan, Jermaine "Meatball" Joubert 2 On 2 Semi Pro Tuesday Open 1st Place - Cheers Longwood #15: Jason Brugos, Justin Easton, Greg Hamilton, Ed Rush 2nd Place - Kerrymans: Brett Halverson, Fred Golston, Brian "BROC" Nathan, Jermaine "Meatball" Joubert 1st Place - Pipers #9: Travis Hurd, Andy Yeagley 2nd Place - Cheers Longwood #2: Dale Claybaugh, Rich Dankanich Top Gun Winners East Cricket C Division 2 On 2 A 1st Place - Cheers Shake N’ Bake: Dale Claybaugh, Chris Eldridge 2nd Place - Pipers #20: Eric Nelson, John McCarthy 2 On 2 C East 2 On 2 Intermediate East Derek Denison, Debbie’s Bar North Cricket C Top Gun 1st Place - Pipers #7: Mike Zacardi, Billy Berry 2nd Place - Pipers #2: Andy Livengood, Vince Spalding 2 On 2 D East Oliver Jamito, Cooter Browns #8 2 on 2 Intermediate East Top Guns 1st Place - Betty’s #2: Shawn Phelps, Tom Vaughn 2nd Place - Pipers #4: Richard Elo, Kenny Barnett 1st Place - Betty’s #13: Rick Perski, Steven Greene 2nd Place - Betty’s Bud Boys: Allen Miller, Travis Rutherford 1st Place - Betty’s Laughing W****s: Sue Weber, Ann Beaudoin 2nd Place - Betty’s #8: Richard Hendricks, Shawn Hendricks 2 On 2 D North 1st Place - Cheers Lake Mary #1: Adam Casper, Tony Duber 2nd Place - Wiggle Inn #3: Ashley Dixon, Robert Taylor 18 — THROWLINES FALL 2010 Billy Berry, Pipers EAST REGION NEWS 2 on 2 Intermediate North Top Gun 2 on 2 Mixed Men’s Top Gun Overall Winners 2 On 2 Pro Cricket C Division Brian "BROC" Nathan, Starters Randy Revis, Corkroom 2 on 2 Semi Pro Top Gun 2 on 2 D East Men’s Top Gun Pipers #9: Travis Hurd, Andy Yeagley Debbie’s Place: Robert Guthrie, Jason Brigdon, Sonny Capodinnco, Derek Denison, Byon Ganster, Isaac Arroyo 2 On 2 A 2 On 2 Intermediate Dale Claybaugh, Cheers Longwood Jon Gunn, Betty’s 2 on 2 Pro Top Gun 2 on 2 D East Ladies Top Gun Pipers #7: Mike Zacardi, Billy Berry 2 On 2 D Starters #7: Brian "BROC" Nathan, Jermaine "Meatball" Joubert 2 On 2 Semi Pro Travis Hurd, Pipers Sue Weber, Betty's 2 on 2 C North Top Gun James Recchion, Cooter Browns 2 on 2 D North Ladies Top Gun Wiggle Inn #3: Ashley Dixon, Robert Taylor 2 on 2 C East Top Gun 2 On 2 Mixed Cheers Shake N’ Bake: Dale Claybaugh, Chris Eldridge 2 On 2 C Laurie Spagnoli, Cooter Browns Rick Perski, Betty's 2 on 2 D North Men’s Top Gun Adam Casper, Cheers Lake Mary Hoops 1.5: Joy Krumweide, Oscar Griffith 2 on 2 A Top Gun Tuesday Open Betty’s #13: Rick Perski, Steven Greene John Roncs, Corkroom 2 on 2 Mixed Ladies Top Gun Joy Krumwiede, Hoops Tavern Kerrymans: Brian Nathan, Brett Halverson, Jermaine Joubert, Fred Golston THROWLINES FALL 2010 — 19 20 — THROWLINES FALL 2010 MIDWEST REGION NEWS NEWS FROM ILLINOIS, INDIANA , IOWA , MICHIGAN, MINNESOTA , MISSOURI, OHIO AND WISCONSIN J & J Ventures Amusements Effingham, IL W.E.W League Franklin-Williamson County Harrisburg Summer 2010 Franklin County Summer 2010 1st Place - Jager Bombers: Tania Bertram, Chris Cunningham, Gina Blood 1st Place - Indy: T.E. Hicks, Patty Salisbury, Kevin Hopper, Brian Pheasant 1st Place - Just Ain’t Right: Clarence Comer, Keith, Marsha, Billy Underwood 1st Place - Don’t Give A S***: Sharon Burnett, Ron Clark, Craig Kerkemeyer, Rex Burnett, Tommy Beleos 2nd Place - Teddys: Jeff Docherty, Amanda Hill 2nd Place - Dart Slingers: Richard Quertermous, Scott Ellas Harrisburg Legion Doubles 1st Place - Party Time: Mike McFarlin, Party Brittan Mt. Vernon Summer 2010 2nd Place - Alcohol and A**: Jessica Rusher, Greg Fuslow, Keith Littlefair, Tami Curry, Jeff Reeves, Shannon Toigo, Craig Kerkemeyer C-League 2nd Place - The Torches: Gary Walda, Connie Smith 1st Place - Comfortably Numb: Allen Bernard, Billy Wheeler 3rd Place - Don’t Care: Mike McFarlin, Billy Wise, Joey Younger 1st Place - Rejected Rejects: Darren Carroll, Troy Lowery, Mike Reynolds, Shawn Lowery 3rd Place - Dart Bullies: Brian Wheateroft, Peg Grathler 2nd Place - The Odd Balls: Skeeter Smith, Hank Wulf, Mark Smith 4th Place - Brew Crew: Doug Williams, Jamie Satterfield, Mike Upchurch THROWLINES FALL 2010 — 21 MIDWEST REGION NEWS Sugar Loaf Amusement, Inc. Winona, MN Williamson’s Sugar Loaf Amusement recently concluded another great season (just in time for fall). We would like to sincerely thank all of the players and bar owners who participated in our leagues this year. You guys are AWESOME! Congratulations to the winners of each league. Williamson’s is looking forward to an even bigger and better 2010-2011 League Season. Monday 501 Division 1 1st Place - Poots Big Guns: Brad Gorder, Kevin Seeling, Steve Lea, Dave Campbell, Steve Gorder 2nd Place - Steiny’s: Aaron Spitzer, Travis Kostner, Scott Kostner, Kevin Fischer, Jack Nelsestuen 3rd Place - EB’s Corner: Greg Spence, Bob Spence, Dan Ramer, Mike Braun, Gene Rackow Monday 501 Division 2 2nd Place – Dunn’s Guns II (Danny Dunn’s): Tim Owen, Kristia Melstrom, Jim Phernetton, Eric Trinker, Justin Olson, Eric Messner Women’s Combo 1st Place - (Market Street Tap): Jasen Dahling, Zak Fishman, Corey Hyde, Bill VanBrunt, Mike Bemke, Brad McNally 2nd Place - Purple 4 (EB’s Corner): Larry Payne, Nick Spence, Ryan Myhre, Nancy Flatten, Jeff Steinfeldt, Joan Spence 3rd Place - Spear Chuckers (Steiny’s): Mark Hoffman, Jeff Rumpca, Chad Steinfeldt, Dustin Reed, Jim Steinfeldt, Tim Ernst 22 — THROWLINES FALL 2010 Cricket Silver Division 2 1st Place - Steiny’s: Jacob Kalis, Nate Prigge 2nd Place - Red Men’s Club: Bob Hanson, Nate Prigge 3rd Place - Mankato Who Cares: Mitch Hale, Darrel Woolley 1st Place - Pete & the Hoots (Red Men’s Club) Thursday Cricket - Gold 1st Place - EB’s Corner: Jeff Kanz, Greg Spence, Mark Mathot, Tom Paszkiewicz 2nd Place - Steiny’s: Kevin Brand, Tony Fitzgerald, Jason Timm, John Mayzek, Jesse Lynch 3rd Place - Team 180 (Steiny’s): Jason Bork, Nate Tienter, Eddie Kolstad, Brian Tomashek, Shawn VanGundy Thursday Cricket – Silver 1st Place - Tommy’s Girls (Mankato Bar): Becky Konter, Barb Olson, Lori Gamoke, Heidi Niemeyer, Cyndi Spalding Friday Mixed Couples Combo 1st Place - Just the Eastside: David Rymarkiewicz, Teresa Rymarkiewicz, Joe Matejka, Denise Matejka, Chris Morrison, Becky Konter, Michelle Mueller 2nd Place (3-Way Tie) - Beer Chiefs (Red Men’s Club), Poots Fun Bunch, Thursday Dropouts (Mankato Bar) Summer 2-Person Combo Wednesday 2-Person Combo Ellsworth Combo 1st Place - Steel Horse Saloon: John Steensen, Tina Steensen, Brandon Hines, Jim Delamater Late Night Cricket 1st Place - Just Bobbin’ About (Red Men’s Club): Bob Hanson, Celeste Hemmelman 2nd Place - Steiny’s Aces: Aaron Spitzer, Chad Steinfeldt 3rd Place - Steel & Roses (Charlie’s): Joe Gilsrud, Mike Watkowski, Travis Nielsen 1st Place - EB’s Corner: Bob Spence, Matt Spiten, Ken Troke, Brandon Eagon, Brandon Meyer 2nd Place - VFW: Mike Stenberg, Andy Bettin, Nick Reed, Dave Mahlke, Lindsey Posey 3rd Place - EB’s 2: Justin Sorem, Nick Spence, Dave May, Lance Thill, Chris Peterson, Francis Kortsan Cricket Silver Division I 1st Place (Tie) - VFW & EB’s 2 1st Place - VFW: Chad Olson, Mike Stenberg 2nd Place - EB’s Corner: Bob Spence, Matt Spiten 3rd Place - Mankato Bar: Bob Hanson, Steve Vandermoon, Julie Barthelme MIDWEST REGION NEWS Summer Cricket 1st Place - Blowin’ Sharts (EB’s Corner): Bob Spence, Matt Spiten, Tim Grant, Matt Smith, Brand Meyer 2nd Place - EB’s Corner: Greg Spence, Jeff Kanz, Tom McCasland, Ed Serva 3rd Place - EB’s Future Champs: Nick Spence, Larry Payne, Jeremy Breidel, Chris Peterson, Justin Sorem Cricket Silver Most Improved Players Kelly Henderson (Pete & the Hoots), Pete Ryan (Red Men’s Club) Top Guns Top Guns Division 2 Late Night Cricket: Red Men’s Club: Bob Hanson, Celeste Hemmelman Friday Mixed Couples: Mike Klungtvedt, Jamie Klungtvedt (Thursday Dropouts/Mankato Bar) WAMO State Tournament Summer Combo: Chad Olson (VFW), Mel Jacob (Dan’s Dugout) Ellsworth Most Improved Players 4th Place: Red Men’s Club: Celeste Hemmelman, Tara Smith, Kris Anderson, Diane Spalding, Teresa Rymarkiewicz 4-Person Cricket - Gold Division 1st Place - Jeremy Bauswell, Mike Scott, Tom Cisler, Mike Scott 2nd Place - Greg Logas, Steve Batcheller, Jeremy Ashline, Jeff Halstead, Johnny Gray 3rd Place - Rich Lueders, Mike Hinton, Jim Pechota, Jeremy Wilson, Travis Dixon 4-Person Cricket - Silver Division 1st Place - Mike Negro, Scott Allen, Bob Welsh, Josh Hatlan 2nd Place - Shane Meyer, Denny Meyer, Doug Meyer, Jason Van Deuson, Chad Pudil, Chad Meyer 3rd Place - Rob Bertling, Troy Feller, Ben Jacobs, Chad Gardner 4-Person Cricket - Bronze Division 1st Place - Troy Michalec, Jerry Snyder, Jerry Zieser, Jeremy Hynek, Nick Farrell 2nd Place - Jeff Leonard, Kenny Barnell, Jason Sennett, Michelle Barnell 3rd Place - Jody Chalupa, Greg Joseph, Jamie Howard, Nate Mealhouse, Ken Cochran Summer Combo Participants 501 Division 2: Larry Payne, Nancy Flatten (Purple 4/EB’s Corner) Male: John Jones (Snowballs I) Female: Justa Berenschot (Broz Braz) 2010 Spring/Summer Leagues Wednesday Combo: Kris Morgensen (CG’s), Brian Tomashek (Charlie’s Tag Team) Camden Amusement State Qualifier Cedar Rapids, IA 4-Person Cricket - Wood Division 1st Place - Lyle Campbell, Dustin Robison, Andy Bonnell, Dave Hamer, Shawn Godbey 2nd Place - Adam Logas, Carlos Moore, Dan Shaver, Chris Hartfield, Ann Douglas 3rd Place - Alika Clissold, Cory Kamoss, Chris Huffman, Matt Kamoss Double Inn In-House 1st Place - Bob Dixon 2nd Place - Tom Fine 3rd Place - Gabe Heims Mixed Doubles 1st Place - Dave Snyder, Rich Cook 2nd Place - Scott Pechota, Greg Joseph 3rd Place - Michael Cornwell, Mark Murphy, Johnny Gray Spring ’01 1st Place - Sarah Simoens, Steve Batcheller 2nd Place - Deb Ryan, Rich Lueders 3rd Place - Deb Clark, Jeremy Bauswell 1st Place - Kevin Thorp, Jeremy Bauswell, Tom Cisler 2nd Place - Larry Elbert, Chris Sankot 3rd Place - Michael Cornwell, Mark Murphy, Johnny Gray THROWLINES FALL 2010 — 23 MIDWEST REGION NEWS Marroni, Inc. Thurs. 2-Person Mixed Combo “A” Thurs. Open 2-Person Combo “B” League Champion - Jeannie’s Riff Raff: Amy Riffle, Maynard Riffle 2nd Place - O’Sullivan’s: Lisa McCracken, Neal McCracken League Champion - Blarney Stone Heavy Hitters: Joe Brown, Chris Nickels 2nd Place - Blarney Stone: Shiela Rosansky, Corkey Simbeck South Bend, IN Marroni’s Dart League Players gathered at the American Legion Post 357 Hall on August 21st, 2010 to celebrate another great season. Marroni’s have offered leagues in the Michiana area for over 25 years and some of the players have been participating just as long. The Award Banquet offers our players a Polish buffet dinner, and free Budweiser beer. After dinner, the awards were presented to the top teams in each of the twelve leagues. Players received individual plaques and the Bar Sponsors received a Season Winner plaque to display at their bar location. The League Champion players were awarded Logo Embroidered Marroni Dart League Jackets. We would like to thank all of the players and Bar sponsors who participated in the Summer 2010 season that once again contributed to its huge success. Special Thanks to Steve Infalt from United Beverage Co., (our local Bud & Bud Light distributor) for their continuos support of our league system. The Summer 2010 League trophy winners were as follows: Women’s Advanced 2-Person Combo “AA” League Champion - Dave’s Pub When Kittens Attack: Jennifer Kellogg, Christy Anderson 2nd Place - Midway Tavern Stupid & Stupider: Dotti Collins, Sherry Lanko Tues. Open 2-Person Cricket “A” League Champion - Blarney Stone Young Gunz: Chad Raby, Ryan Debaillie 2nd Place - Dave’s Pub: Adam Ward, Brian Wendzonka Tues. Open 3-Person Combo Women’s 2-Person Combo “A” League Champion - Chuck’s Tavern “Fun Fun Fun”: Paula Martinez, Teri Kinter 2nd Place - American Legion Post 284 “Jimmy’s Girls”: Katie Reaves, Dawn Wagoner 3rd Place - Vickie’s Bad Azz Girls: Quiona Lewis, Kristi Bowerman Hodge – Podge Combo League Champion - O’Sullivan’s Bull****: Craig Cook, Louie Martinez 2nd Place - O’Sullivan’s: James Frame Jr., Chad Raby 24 — THROWLINES FALL 2010 League Champion - O’Sullivan’s Plum Doo Doo: Greg Dooley, Randy Plummer, Chad Dooley 2nd Place - American Legion Post 284 Swasted: Jason Gorbitz, Jacob Carter, Jason Smigielski Women’s 2-Person “A” 301 League Champion - O’Sullivan’s: Amanda Thomas, Lisa McCracken 2nd Place - Vickie’s Girls Night Out: Tammie Grover, Kelly Cowsert Thurs. 2-Person Mixed Combo “B” League Champion - O’Sullivan’s Can You Feel The Vibe: Crystal Lekarczyk, David Anderson 2nd Place - Bob’s Pub Fire Starters: Rebecca Campbell, Tommy Marshman Thurs. Open 2-Person Combo “AA” Thurs. Open 2-Person Combo “C” League Champion - Riverside Tavern: Mark Jones, Joel Whitlock 2nd Place - O’Sullivan’s “Two Idiots”: Belinda Slott, Ron Risner Sat. Open 2-Person Combo “A” League Champion - Blarney Stone High Times: Tony Kruger, Charles Monahan 2nd Place - Midway Tavern: Louie Martinez, Robert Hanks League Champion - Blarney Stone Double Trouble: Robert Kronberger, Iszzy Alvarez 2nd Place - O’Sullivan’s: Wendy Bates, Paul Bates Marroni Darts utilizes an award offered by the NDA, for the most hattricks in a league. The following players were presented with a Top Hat Award Pin to acknowledge their achievement. In some leagues, this pin was awarded for 1 hattrick. Danita Burgh, Jennifer Kellogg, Quiona Lewis, Paula Martinez, Kristi Bowerman, theresa Freet, Stephanie Kuspa, Laura Sherman, Shelly Rupert, Lynn Torrijas, James Frame Jr., Craig Cook,Benny Lopez, Andy Mccreery, Greg Dooley, Amanda Thomas, Vernice Rogers, Mo Fonacier, Jerry Pruitt, Crystal Lekarczyk, Lisa Stahl, David Anderson, Tommy Marshman,Robert Brown, Robert Hanks, Dick Vollmer, Jason Vandusen, James Jones, Mark Jones, Paul Bates, Robert Kronberger. A 6 Dart Out key chain or T-shirt was given to the players who had a perfect game of 301. The following players earned the 6-Dart Award: Greg Dooley, Jason Gorbitz, Shawn Dokey, Dick Volmer, Greg Taghon, Robert Kronberger, Paul Bates, Jason Kemble, Mo Fonacier. Marroni Darts awards the highest ranked league player with a special plaque that is called a PINNACLE AWARD. The NDA ranking system of PPD and MPR is used to determine the winner of the award, for each of the leagues. Accepting the honors for the PINNACLE AWARDS for the Spring 2010 season were: (continued on next page) MIDWEST REGION NEWS Women’s Advanced Combo “AA” Open 3-Person Combo Thurs. 2-Person Mixed Combo “CB” Thurs. 2-Person Open Combo “B” Corkey Simbeck, Blarney Stone, 21.37 PPD Alicia Vela, Chippewa Bowl, 2.42 MPR Thurs. 2-Person Open Combo “C” Jennifer Kellogg, Dave’s Pub, 25.61 PPD/3.11 MPR Greg Dooley, O’Sullivan’s, 23.51 PPD/2.73 MPR Women’s 2-Person Combo “A” Women’s 2 Person “A” 301 Amanda Thomas, O’Sullivan’s, 16.16 PPD Quiona Lewis, Vickies’, 16.69 PPD/1.1.79 MPR Thurs. 2-Person Mixed Combo “B” Vernice Rogers, Vickie’s, 18.88 PPD/2.01 MPR Mo Fonacier, McKinley Pub, 2.32 MPR Mark Jones, Riverside, 18.92 PPD/2.04 MPR Sat. Open 2-Person Combo “A” David Anderson, O’Sullivan’s, 19.84 PPD/2.18 MPR Thurs. 2-Person Open “AA” Combo Dick Volmerm Dave’s Pub, 28.54 PPD Open 2-Person Hodge Podge Combo Craig Cook, O’Sullivan’s, 37.87 PPD/4.84 MPR Open 2-Person Cricket “A” Crystal Lekarczyk, O’Sullivan’s, 16.69 PPD Lisa Stahl, O’Sullivan’s, 1.75 MPR Robert Kronberger, Blarney Stone, 29.17 PPD Neal McCracken, O’Sullivan’s, 21.72 PPD Jason Kemble, O’Sullivan’s, 2.80 MPR Brian Maust, O’Sullivan’s, 3.29 MPR Paul Bates, O’Sullivan’s, 3.06 MPR Congratulations to all! Thanks for a great season! NEW EVENT! Mixed Triples Combo Monday, May 2, 6:00 PM. Mixed Triples Combo is a new event offered at Team Dart! Mark your calendar for Monday, May 2 at 6:00 PM for the start of the event. THROWLINES FALL 2010 — 25 MIDWEST REGION NEWS Ohio Vending League System A Team Elyria, OH On August 21, 2010, the summer leagues for Ohio Vending League Systems came to a close, and for the third year in a row the players voted to award the top teams of the summer playoffs with paid trips to compete in the Desert Dart Classic held each fall in Laughlin, NV. This year, the event begins Thursday, September 30, and wraps up Saturday, October 2, with an awards ceremony and banquet. Playoff Top Gun Male PPD and MPR: Wayne Wright, 37.63/4.68 Playoff Top Gun Female PPD: Joni Partin. 20.47 1st Place: Brian Wolff, Mike Stempowski, Montez Miller, Angel Jimenez Playoff Top Gun Female MPR: Sholonda Smith, 2.30 Thanks to all of the Ohio Vending Players for making this Summer Session the best yet, and good luck to our players in Laughlin! A Doubles B Doubles C Doubles 2nd Place: Anthony Sadler, Steve Riviera, Ben Reppas, Mark Miller, Sr. B Team 1st Place: Dan Rector, Wayne Wright 1st Place: Montez Miller, Joe McFadden 1st Place: Leonard McCall, Sholonda Smith 1st Place: Jaime Ramos, Joe Serrano, Jeff Jahnsz, Mickey Kash 2nd Place: Ian Oliver, Tyrone Sanders Marjorie Burrey, Nick Harold 2nd Place: Andy Olic, Ben Reppas 2nd Place: Tom Miller, Kevin Horne 2nd Place: Jason Parker, Wayne Gawlik Congratulations to the new NDA Know the Rules Top Flite Members: • Teresa Hammersmith, Ohio Vending League System • Fred Tupper, C & M Darts, Inc. • Shane Morin, Vend Alaska Anchorage 26 — THROWLINES FALL 2010 MIDWEST REGION NEWS Triple Star Amusements Springfield, IL Winter/Spring Dart Leagues JAN’S BAR AND GRILL- EDINBURG, IL The In-House league at Jan's came to a close with a nice banquet and awards presentation on May 27th. 1st Place went to The New Natapults. Team members Stephen Shanks, Vince Schwab and Phil Schwab had 125 wins. In 2nd place, High Voltage, with Gary “Tater” Sablotny and Raymond Obzut, Jr. had 110 wins. Men's Cricket MVP went to Jeremiah “Bullfrog” Denton - 3.13 MPR and the Men's '01 MVP was Stephen Shanks - 29.64 PPD. The Women's MVP for both Cricket and '01 went to “Cotton” Candy Bailey - 1.91 MPR and 17.30 PPD. MONDAY MIXED DOUBLES – SPRINGFIELD, IL The Monday Mixed Doubles League, both A and B Divisions, finished up with a combination banquet/awards presentation and Barb Hassebrock's Birthday Bash on June 7th. The food was outstanding as the league brought covered dishes to go along with the excellent Italian Beef sandwiches provided by our hosts Freebirds Tavern. 1st Place in Division A went to Craig N Barbi shooting out of Freebirds Tavern. Team members Barb Hassebrock and Craig Crawford finished with 123 wins. Finishing in 2nd Place in Division A was Josh N Lindalu shooting out of Louie’s. Teammates Linda Warren and Josh Ceperich had 109 wins. Men's Cricket and '01 MVP in the A Division was Craig Crawford - 3.14 MPR and 27.01 PPD. Women's Cricket MVP in the Division A was Linda Warren - 1.73 MPR and the Women's Division A '01 MVP was Kristina Young - 16.78 PPD. In the B Division, 1st Place went to Roy N Jill. Team members Jill and Roy Magee shooting out of Winners Circle had 113 wins. Coming in 2nd Place in Division B, shooting out of the Capitol City Elks, the team of B Wil N Jacquie, consisting of Bobby Wilson and Jacquie Readus ended up with 97 wins. Men's Cricket MVP in Division B was Dan Porter - 1.90 MPR and the Division B Men's '01 MVP was Roy Magee - 17.51 PPD. The Division B Women's MVP in both Cricket and '01 was Jill Magee - 1.70 MPR and 16.63 PPD. WEDNESDAY OPEN 4-PERSON HANDICAP COMBO LEAGUE – JACKSONVILLE, IL The Wednesday Jacksonville league banquet and awards presentation was held at ET’s Zodiac Lounge on Saturday, May 23rd. Thanks to our hosts at the Zodiac for the delicious spread of food provided for all the hungry Dart shooters. 1st Place went to Dah Richards shooting out of the Zodiac. Team members Brad Mueller, Steve Hopper, Bo Dawson and Brandon Rogers had 146 wins. 2nd Place went to The Pulse with teammates Robbie Barton, Brian Williams, Jr., Joe Brant and JJ Genseal finishing with 138 wins. League MVP was Brad Mueller - 2.94 MPR and 27.37 PPD. BOWL INN SUNDAY 4-PERSON HANDICAP COMBO LEAGUE – JACKSONVILLE, IL The first ever Jacksonville Bowl Inn handicap combo league, played on Sunday afternoons, was a huge success! 1st Place went to Team 5 with team members Gabe Hendrickson, Mike Smith, Jamie Lovekamp and Laura Klobatanz finishing with 110 wins. 2nd place ended in a tie between Team 2 – Joe Brant, Lennie Peters, Chris White and Mickensey Edwards and Team 7 – Bret Smith, Joe “Hollywood” Collins, Brad “Dopey” Vesper and Peggy Fisher, both finishing with 101 wins. HALFWAY THERE IN-HOUSE HANDICAP COMBO LEAGUE – NEW BERLIN, IL The Halfway There in-house league saw the team of Short Bus in 1st Place with Dustin Frevert, Brandon Rider and Matt Good at 113 wins. In 2nd Place, the team of Bulls Hit with team members Jeremy Brimer, Carrie Copelin and Cody Kendall had 111 wins. Jeremy Brimer led the way in both Cricket and '01 averaging 2.32 MPR and 19.99 PPD. SUNDAY OPEN HANDICAP DOUBLES COMBO LEAGUE – LINCOLN, IL The Glasshouse Tavern was the host of the banquet and awards presentation for the Sunday Doubles League on March 28th. 17 teams split into 2 divisions with a Division Challenge between the two division champs on March 21st, also held at the Glasshouse. In Division A, 1st Place went to Team Meagher playing out of the Glasshouse. Team members Kent Meagher and Wes Musick had 101 wins followed closely by VFW Droppin’ Bulls, Tim Banister and Bob Wood had 100 wins. 1st Place in Division B saw American Dream, also playing for the Glasshouse, with 88 wins. Team members Jim Breedwell and Rochelle Bixler met up with Team Meagher at the Division Challenge but came up a little short as Team Meagher was able to win the $100 and the Plaque. Men’s MVP was Jim Breedwell - 3.39 MPR and 25.48 PPD. Women’s MVP was Rochelle Bixler - 1.98 MPR and 20.67 PPD. Triple Star Amusements would like to thank all of our league players and sponsoring locations for your participation in our leagues! We couldn’t do it without you. Also, playing in our leagues qualifies you for League Players’ Appreciation Weekend 2011 at the Peoria Civic Center. Have a great summer. Hope to see you all in the fall. Jan’s Bar and Grill 1st Place - The New Natapults: Stephen Shanks, Vince Schwab, Phil Schwab 2nd Place - High Voltage: Gary “Tater” Sablotny, Raymond Obzut, Jr. MVP’s - Jeremiah “Bullfrog” Denton, Stephen Shanks, “Cotton” Candy Bailey 2nd Place - B Wil N Jacquie: Bobby Wilson, Jacquie Readus MVP’s – Dan Porter, Roy Magee, Jill Magee Wednesday Open 4-Person Handicap Combo League Monday Mixed Doubles Division A 1st Place - Dah Richards: Brad Mueller, Steve Hopper, Bo Dawson, Brandon Rogers MVP’s – Linda Warren, Craig Crawford, Kristina Young 2nd Place - The Pulse: Robbie Barton, Brian Williams, Jr., Joe Brant, JJ Genseal Monday Mixed Doubles Division B MVP - Brad Mueller 1st Place - Roy N Jill: Jill and Roy Magee THROWLINES FALL 2010 — 27 WEST REGION NEWS NEWS FROM ARIZONA , C ALIFORNIA , IDAHO, NEVADA , OREGON, UTAH AND WASHINGTON. D & B Electronic Darts Las Vegas, NV The winter 2010 Season just flew by. It’s hard to believe we are in the midst of the 2010 summer season. We had a great showing at Team Dart XXV. There were six first place finishes, two second place finishes and four third place finishes; with a total of 55 team and individual money winners in all. We welcomed three new bars in the past year; the Sun Coast Bowling Center Lounge, Scoundrels II and Mango’s. Be sure to visit at www.dandbdarts.com for all the latest league and tournament information. As always, we want to thank the players who make it all possible. We’re looking forward to another great season! Apache 1st Place - Uneverknow: Crazy Joe, Tony Berthelsen, Warren Schaefer, Alonzo Woods 2nd Place - Just Right: Sid Guliford, Lorri Thompson, Jerry Hammer, Steve Craig 3rd Place - Coasters: Karen Seymour, Bryce Lee, Renee Clutters, Bill Clutters, Rick Jones Jaguar 2nd Place - Lightning: Glen Butler, Rod Hunt, Gary Coveney, Sid Guliford 3rd Place - Fuzz-E-Nutz: Cornfed, Cory Huebert, Scott Manganello, Paul Glowczewski 1st Place - We’re A Mess: D-Nutz, Tommy Bartlett Hammerhead Python Comanche 1st Place - Bagguettes: Kenny Carrillo, Christy Carrillo, Jeanette Hommerson, Lisa Marrufo 1st Place - F.U.E.S.A.D.: Travis Simpkins, Kevin Zglinski, John Oller, Danielle Smades, Roger Rodriguez 1st Place - Who Darted?: Curley Servetz, Phil Marsh, Chad Lutke, Willy Rullis 2nd Place - 1’s & 5’s: Brandon Black, Chris Callahan, Greg Kelly, Jeff Callahan 2nd Place - Chance It: Paul Madafferi, Dennis Bernier, Steve Swank, Brandon Bernier 3rd Place - More Beer: Chuck McDonald, Mitch Linn, Jerry Opielowski, Curley Servetz 3rd Place - And 1: Ray Drayton, Alonzo Woods, Bruce Anders, Ray Kiyu Classic 2nd Place - One Hole Off: Justin Herrin, Kirk Greenquist, Chad Forster, Brad Foster 1st Place - Chasers: Jeff Post, Mel Mejares, Hot Bartenderess, Gerry Rockwell, Leroy Elsey 28 — THROWLINES FALL 2010 3rd Place - You Know!: Scott Manganello, Lori Miller, Steve McCabe, Eric Kramling WEST REGION NEWS Bullhead Billiard & Darts Las Vegas, NV Senior League The Senior League held their end of league Potluck Party and ALLSTAR Tourney at The Hideout, in Laughlin, NV. The manager, Brian Anthony, and Bartender Rayma set up everything we needed for a great day of darts, including drink specials to go along with our potluck and prizes during the tourney, too. The Hideout always welcomes and supports all dart leagues and our events! It is a great place to play our favorite sport! 1st Place - Edgewater Casino Madhatters: Bob Geyer, Larry McEntire Monday League Level B 1st & 2nd Place - Scott Jones, Taylor Jones, Myrna Miner, R.D. Miner 1st Place - O'learys Pub Kilt Lifters: Roger Coon, Jeff Harrison Thursday Doubles The Bullhead Billiard & Dart Thursday Doubles Levels A and B dart league held their end of league party at The Hideout. The staff was welcoming and kept everyone from being thirsty all night. This place loves the dart players. We also held the ALLSTAR Playoff once the awards had been given out, and everyone had a chance to sample all the great food from the potluck. League Allstar Level A 1st Place - Yoyo's D.C. Showtimes: Jason Lamb, Scott Rambo 1st Place - Just For Fun: Taylor Jones, Melissa Tahbo, Scott Jones, Brett Gillstrapp 2nd Place - Lazy Harrys Good Fellas: Mark Meherin, Brian Wolfe Steve Duran 2nd Place - Pourhouse Da Floozies: Sharon Brayshaw, Rita Graham High Out - Sharon Brayshaw Most Hattricks - Bob Geyer League Allstar - Bob Russell Runner Up - Evan Ely Kingman Saturday League 2nd Place - Langoliers: Gary Moss, Marianne Moss, Sharon Weber, Pete Weber Improved Players - Waylon Lindsley, Judy Lindsley, Andrew Barham, Kay Vanrees, Jim Summers, Debbie Reynolds, Scott Jones, Brett Gillstrapp, Taylor Jones, Pete Weber, Sharon Weber, Brian Kelly, Joe Holtzen, Karla Morales, Carl Banegas, Myrna Miner, Melissa Tahbo, Gary Moss, Naomi Holtzen, Kris Kelly and Bill Watkins. After a great ALLSTAR Tourney: Allstar - Scott Jones Runner Up - R D Miner 2nd Place - J R's Old Guys Rule: Denny Cranford, Tim Fontenot THROWLINES FALL 2010 — 29 WEST REGION NEWS Tri-Vending & Amusements Placerville, CA Spring 2010 Silver Division 3rd Place - Liar’s Vigilantes: Judy Johnson, Thomas Cusic, Bob Lenox, Jennifer Bridges, Gold Division 1st Place - PJ’s Shootuz: Steve Oleari, Rick Blake, Joe Weiland, Darin Rupley, Matt Lishman 1st Place - Short Bus Mafia: Bryan Newmeyer, Chris Messer, Clinton Muckey, Kristy Houseworth Robin Fujitani Special Recognition Awards Gold Division Top Hat Pin - Jon Hartwig, 26.9 PPD* Top Gun Pin - Jon Hartwig, 3.1MPR** Silver Division Top Hat Pin - Lynn Pierson, 21.3 PPD* Top Gun Pin - Lynn Pierson, 2.2 MPR** 2nd Place - Bushwackers: Paul Lepis, Kian Salstrand, Pat Leatherby, Kevin Stymiest *Highest 301 PPD average in league. **Highest Cricket MPR average in league. 2nd Place - Sharp Shooters: James Brown, Jess Harling, Lee Johnson, Terry Thorson 3rd Place - Instigators - Brad Sawin, Chris Trombley, Clint Mora, Tony Hayes INTERNATIONAL NEWS NEWS FROM AUSTRIA , C ANADA , FRANCE, GERMANY, ITALY, JAPAN, PORTUGAL AND SPAIN First Division League Maria del Mar Montaña Suances, Spain 1st Place: The Eagles: Jose Diaz, Rubén Santiago, David Velázquez y David Diaz, Miguel Rodriguez y Manuel Velázquez 30 — THROWLINES FALL 2010 2nd Place: The Dragons: Iván González, Ruben Gómez y Julián Bustamante, Sergio Gómez, Javier Torre y Javier Ruiz