"Today the Tri-Nations publish their vision for the future of grass-root darts; it is quite a comprehensive document. The executive of the Tri-Nations has tried to address many of the concerns of grass-root dart players, whilst keeping in place the integrity of the system.
Although we are all unsure, when any plans can be implemented due to the current pandemic, the Tri-Nations executive feel that is imperative , that plans are in place once the sport of darts returns to normal.
We urge all officials and players to study the plans we are putting forward, plans which have been fully costed, and are a viable way forward, for everyone, should they choose to join us. It would be helpful to gauge some sort of support, to enable us to go into the market place confident we have a product on offer, which is supported by you the players."

Tri Nations Vision For The Future - Read Now

On Behalf of the Tri-Nations Darts Ltd.
Tommy Thompson

Dear All,

Further to the e-mail received from the Scottish Darts Association on 7th April
2020, I herewith officially confirm that 2020 Six Nations Cup event scheduled to
be held at the Normandy Hotel, Renfrew, Scotland on the weekend 18th to 22nd
June has been Cancelled due to the coronavirus epidemic.
However, I am pleased to announce that all the Member Countries of the Six
Nations Cup is in full agreement that Scotland should now host 2021 Six
Nations Cup, which will be held 17th to 21st June of that year still at the Normandy
Hotel, Renfrew with Northern Ireland hosting 2022 event.
Stay Safe
Kind Regards
John Williams

In view of the current situation the SDA Board of Directors have decided to cancel the forthcoming SDA Masters tournament.  It is hoped that the event may take place at a future date should the situation improve.

Further to the Government instructions as laid down in the Announcement of 16th March 2020 we the above Directors of the British Darts Organisation hereby announce that the 2019-2020 British Inter County Championships Season is terminated with immediate effect

This is in line with the Government announcement that there be no unnecessary travel nor social gatherings in Pubs, Clubs and other Social venues.

This will incorporate the cessation with immediate effect and until further notice of all BICC Inter County fixtures and BDO County Member Super League fixtures and competitions.

The BDO has an overriding responsibility for the welfare and well-being of its playing membership and Officers.

There are of course discussions yet to be held as to the consequences of this decision and these will take place as soon as practical Thank you for your co-operation in this most important matter.

Yours in the Sport of Darts For and on behalf of the British Darts Organisation

Des Jacklin Des Jacklin - Chairman CEO

Robert MacDonald – BDO Director

Frank Branscombe – BDO Director

Due to the continuing spread of the Coronavirus Fife Darts Association have regretfully postponed the 2020 Fife Open May on 2^nd-3rd. The event has been rescheduled until May 2021. Fife Darts Association would like to apologise for any inconvenience that this may have caused     

The 41^st British International Darts Championships 2020, between England, Scotland and Wales will take place at the Golden Palm Resort, Chapel St Leonards, Skegness on the 3rd - 5th April.

England, the host nation, are defending three titles, Mens, Ladies and Boys whilst Scotland are the holders of the Girls title and indeed England are the dominating force in these championships since they were first held in 1979.

Scotland’s successes at full International level have been scarce with two men’s championships in 2000 and 2008 and two women’s championships in 1981 and 1998 plus a share of the title in 1986 with Wales.

Scotland will be represented in the Ladies Championship by Susanna McGimpsey (Capt), Emily Davidson, Lorraine Hyde, Louise Hepburn, Chelsea McMahon, Steph Gilmour and Lynsey McDonald

The Mens pool is Alan Soutar  (Capt), James Duncan, Ross Montgomery, Mathew Goldie, Scott Robertson, Colin Miller, Euan Callander, Craig Owens, Alan Small, Alec Jeffery, Jim McEwan, Bruce Montgomery and Cameron Menzies.

The youth team comprises Boys - Nathan Girvan, Dean Fitch, Josef Honeyman and Kyle Walker and representing Scotland in the Girls championship are Chloe O’Brien and Sophie McKinlay.

The order of play for Scotland’s matches are below

The Scottish International appearances lists have been updated to reflect those who played for Scotland in the Celtic Cup. You can view the updated list by using the link below.

Internationals

The Scottish Darts Association’s 27^th Winmau Scottish Open Championships kicked off at the Normandy Hotel, Renfrew with the traditional ice-breaker threesomes with over 100 teams competing for the title.

By the end of the night Stampers Crew represented by Cleveland trio Cameron Anderson, Simon McKenner and Carla Boyes defeated a mixed Scotland/England side, Titanium 3, Gary Stone, Mitch Butler and Paula Jacklin in the final.

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Winners