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COACHING YOUTH DARTS

LEAGUE RULES GENERAL RULES RESPONSIBILITIES
CONSENT WAIVER CHAPERONES TOURNAMENTS
The responsibility of teaching "new" Dart players' the skills and courtesies of the game can sometimes be difficult. As Coaches, we have a tendancy to show them "our" mistakes, therefore we must be careful to avoid what we are used to doing as an adult dart player, which may not always be the "right" way. We should show a technique, then allow the Youth to develop their own style, all the time making adjustments as they progress. We also have to teach them the Rules and Regulations of the Game, along with "Game Etiquette. But remember we are teaching the game of darts to future "Champions", remember to show them how to have some fun along the way!

LEAGUE RULES

  1. All Members will ensure that proper behavior and good Sportsmanship are the FIRST priority in the League and during Tournament Events.
  2. League members are expected to participate in League functions and Tournaments when possible.
  3. Members must remain inside the Main Hall at all times, unless they are given permission to leave the Area by the Coach or Directors.
  4. The Section Leaders shall be responsible for the maintenance of the Hall during and after the League has finished. They will also be responsible for the conduct of their group.
  5. Any player or member found drinking during the League, or at functions which the League attends, shall immediately be suspended from the League or the Tournament and be asked to leave. This includes members of drinking age!
  6. There will be "NO SMOKING" in the Hall by any of the Youth Players, Directors and Coaches while the League is in progress. A designated Smoking Area for those members or Adults who wish to Smoke will be assigned. This rule will be strictly enforced.
  7. Hats or other head apparel must be removed when entering the Hall and shall not be permitted at any time. (This also applies while visiting other Leagues’ and at Tournaments)
  8. The Establishment’s facilities are to be used in a proper and respective manner. Anyone causing damage to the facilities provided will be held responsible and will be LIABLE for replacement or any repairs.
  9. Adults will not be allowed to play with or against the Youth members while the League is in progress or unless asked by the Directors of the League. (Does not apply to some Tournaments)
  10. Interference or "heckling" of other players will not be encouraged nor tolerated. Members are expected to know the difference between "fun", "good taste" and when they have gone to far! (subject to General Rules, #22)

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GENERAL RULES

  1. Games shall be played on a standard dartboard placed 5’8" from the floor to the center of the Bull. The "toe" line shall be the regulation 7’ 91/4" from the face of the board to the floor measured from the center of the board. A "raised toe line" shall be 2’ in length to the center of the board and 1.5" in height, a "marked" toe line should be at least 2’ long by 1" wide.
  2. All games shall be played by the accepted Rules of Darts as stated by the Governing Bodies of darts such as National Darts Federation of Canada or the World Darts Organization
  3. A scoring surface (chalk board or dry mark board) shall be positioned immediately to the left of the dart board. It shall be placed to be easily read by the players or spectators.
  4. All games will start by throwing at the "bull" for Seniors and Juniors. Novice members will throw for "closest to" the bull. In case of a tie the players re-throw.
  5. Senior and Junior members are requiered to "double-in & -out, Novice are required to hit 2 darts in the same number consecutively.
  6. Where possible, a Senior player will partner with a Novice during Doubles match or Team play.
  7. Players will be allowed a 9 dart warm-up prior to the start of a game or match.
  8. Players may not "practice" on other boards while playing in a match/game in progress.
  9. Players should have both feet behind the "toe line" while shooting. Any infraction of this rule may incur a loss of "shot" and no score will be counted. It is the Coaches and players responsibility to inform any offenders at the time of the infraction, not after the fact.
  10. Players or Scorers' may not touch any dart "in" the board or move them in any way. Point of entry rule.
  11. A dart and score is counted at the "point of entry". So long as the point is touching the "bristle" portion of the board, wires do not count.
  12. The Members are encouraged to converse freely with their teammates about which numbers to throw for or the finishing number combinations while playing Doubles or in Team games. In Singles a player may not ask for any assistance during a singles game.
    COACHING IS NOT PERMITTED IN TOURNAMENTS SANCTIONED BY BY "DARTS ONTARIO".
  13. Players participating in a game must stand a least two feet behind the player at the board.
  14. No one is allowed ahead of the toe line except the person keeping score.
  15. If a player shoots out of turn, that turn shall be invalid and the score will not be counted. The correct order in the line-up shall be re-established.
  16. Senior and Junior members are encouraged to keep score at all times or when asked to do so.
  17. Players must verify the score with the Scorekeeper before removing their darts. A change in score must be done prior to the next player’s turn.
  18. Three darts thrown by the hand constitutes a throw, a dropped dart is not considered a throw. You may not re-throw a dart which has bounced out or "caught".
  19. The game has ended when the required number has been ‘hit". No fast finishes or three-in-a-bed are considered.
  20. In the case of disputes, they shall be settled by the Coaches or League Executive.
  21. A dress code will be in effect during sanctioned Dart Ontario or N.D.F.C. Events. NO JEANS or double seamed pants! Dress pants shirts, slacks or skirts only. See DARTS ONTARIO Rules.
  22. NEW A player or players found to be using foul language, mouthing offensive language, or making offensive gestures, shall be subject to disciplinary proceedings. N.D.F.C Rule Book, pg 25, Rule 16.18.13.
  23. The number one rule that gets forgotten the most..
    GOOD SPORTSMANSHIP AT ALL TIMES, DARTS START AND FINISH WITH A HANDSHAKE!     Return

LEAGUE RESPONSIBILITY

NOTE: When possible it is expected that each League would supply the nescessary transportation or funds to assist their members participating at any Events outside the Area.

As of this date 07/95, the following has as yet not been accepted by "all" area Youth Leagues, therefore it will only apply to those who have agreed to these Guidelines.

  • LOCAL EVENTS: When there are Tournaments for Youth players in the Peninsula the League will provide for some of the transportation cost to and from the event, they will not be responsible for any additional costs or expenses while the members are participating.
  • PROVINCIAL LEVEL: The League and its Executive shall be responsible for the cost of assisting any Members of the League qualifying for the Provincial Championships. The League shall also be responsible for the booking of the Hotel, (if required) and the transportation to and from the Event. Chaperones will be appointed for those qualifying members of this event. It shall be the responsibility of the Parents or Guardian to provide any and all subsequent expenses for the League Members at and during these events.
  • NATIONAL LEVEL: The League and its Executive Members shall NOT assume any responsibility but shall if required assist those Youth in raising funds through Tournaments or Draws. This Level is covered by the Governing body of Youth Darts, (Darts Ontario) therefore the expenses required are only those which would be incurred by the Youth during the Event. Travel and Accomodations will be covered by D.O. Return

WAIVER / CONSENT FORMS

On joining the Youth League and before a Member plays in the League, they must sign a Waiver or Consent form. Included with this form should be:

  • The parents’ or guardians’ full name, address, phone number and alternate number or person so as they can be contacted in the case of an emergency.
  • A copy of the members’ birth certificate, a recent photograph, and any medical history which may be of importance for the League Directors i.e. allergies, glasses, medication etc.
  • The members’ signature.
  • The parent or guardians’ signature.

The Consent Form should be separate from the Darts Ontario or League Registration Forms.

WAIVER / CONSENT SAMPLE

On signing this form the parent or guardian agrees to release the insert name of League its’ Executive, Supervisors, Coaches, the Establishment insert name of establishment from any and all liabilities, damages, or injury which may occur during the time name of member is a member of the League or while attending any Youth Dart Even. Darts Ontario Rules and Regulations governing this form shall apply at the D.O Events in which the League participates in.

A copy of this form should be kept on hand at all times. One copy should go to the Parents / Guardian and one for D.O. should it be required.

NEW DARTS ONTARIO will no longer accept the responsibility for any damages or charges incurred during and at the Provincial or National Events. Any occurances of the above shall be charged back to the party or parties involved and they shall be subject to disciplinary actions.

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CHAPERONE RESPONSIBLITIES

Although the following Chaperone policy and responsibilities, set out by Darts Ontario are for D.O. sanctioned Events they should still apply for any Events which the Leagues participate. *Some League Directors may assign chaperones and take responsibility for, travel, accommodations, and some expenses therefore the following should be used as a guideline.
Keep in mind the following will be under the jurisdiction and enforced by Darts Ontario

POLICY

  1. All competitors attending the Darts Ontario Provincial Youth Championships must be accompanied by chaperones at a ratio of one (1) male chaperone responsible for not more than three (3) male youth qualifiers, and one (1) female chaperone responsible for not more than three (3) female youth qualifiers. Qualifiers not properly chaperoned will NOT be allowed to compete. Chaperones must sleep in the same room as the qualifiers staying in the hotel. These rules apply whether you stay at the host hotel or not.
  2. Chaperones must be responsible adults above the age of majority and approved by Darts Ontario

    RESPONSIBILITIES

    1. It is possible that some competitors may have reached the age of majority during the current season. The fact that they are participating in the Darts Ontario Youth Championships over-rides the age status. Chaperones must ensure that ALL Youth players do not partake of any alcohol or illegal substances. Chaperones encouraging or promoting the use of any of these by any Youth player will be subject to disciplinary action by the Darts Ontario Executive.
    2. Chaperones are responsible for ensuring that their charges travel plans are in order. A list of qualifiers names and room number as well as assigned chaperones must be given to the Darts Ontario Youth Director on arrival at the host hotel.* In the case of emergency we will be able to contact the relevant individuals. Curfew times of individual groups should also be listed on the rooming list.
      NOTE: In most instances the League Directors should maintain this list and it would be their responsibility to give it to D.O. at the time of registering.
    3. Chaperones are responsible for having a list of player’s names, home addressees The list should also contain medical history i.e. allergies, medication etc. that could be needed in the case of emergency. (NOTE: Most league Directors will have this information on hand during an Event)
    4. Chaperones are responsible for ensuring that their players are in their hotel room at a set curfew time, not roaming the hotel creating noise and infringing on the rights of other hotel patrons. If an individual group set an earlier curfew than that set by Darts Ontario, that one will be recognized by D.O. for that group. Curfew will also apply to any participants that may be staying with family members instead of a League chaperone.
    5. Chaperones are responsible for ensuring that all competitors are properly attired before they enter the playing venue, that they know their board assignments and are in the immediate area ready to play.
    6. Chaperones / Parents must understand that they are responsible for the actions of their players (charges). Any damage inflicted on hotel property or playing venue will be the responsibility of the Youth League, Youth Player and /or Chaperone / Parent of the player(s) that committed the offense. Any agreement to make restitution will be the responsibility of the chaperones.
    7. Chaperones / Parents are responsible for paying any bills incurred by and in the name of their Youth Player or group of Players. Darts Ontario cannot assume the responsibility for any debts incurred by individuals or groups.
    8. In the event of a chaperone, players or youth groups being involved in or causing actions considered to have brought the sport of darts or the Darts Ontario organization into disrepute then the chaperone, players, or youth group shall be subject to disciplinary measures being taken against the offending party or parties.
    9. There will be "NO SMOKING" in the assigned playing venue, this rule will be in force at all times.
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