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The league’s annual meeting is on Friday June 5 (8pm) at Boston Snooker Centre when as many players as possible are encounraged to attend to voice their opinions on all issues. Finals night will be on Friday June 19, again at Boston Snooker Centre. Entries are now being accepted for the 2009-2010 season, the campaign due to start in the first week of September. There has already been a positive response and would-be entrants should note places will be allocated on a first come, first served basis. Numbers to contact are 01205 352990 (Emma Grant) or 01205 369018 (Boston Snooker Centre).

Round-up for week ending May 29

Most of the Boston Standard Premier Division placings were already decided apart from the top four. Tony Hillyard took on Martyn Palmer. The latter needed four points to overtake Jamie Robson by one point and Tony needed three points to finish third. This game went all the way to the seventh leg. Tony had the edge and was left on a finish of 136 with Martyn back on 192. But Martyn proved what a fine player he is by hitting a maximum, leaving himself 12. Tony could only hit an 87 to leave 49. Martyn came straight back up to the oche and with the first arrow hit the double six to win 4-3 and to win the league with Jamie winning second place. Tony Hillyard duly took third spot and Dave Hasnip took fourth. Graham Sharp was on the same points but had to settle for fifth due to his statistic of more legs conceded. It is the first time in all the years the league has been running that the title destiny had hinged on the last leg of the last game. Other results: Harry Lee 4, Ady Parker 1; Graham Sharp 4, Tony Buckle 0; Kev Lenton 2, Harry Lee 4; Kev Lenton 1, Graham Sharp 4; Tony Buckle 2, Deb Royal 4.

Round-up for week ending May 22

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Boston Standard Premier Division: Dave Hasnip 4, Mark Simpson 3; Debra Royal 4, Rob Cade 1; Bob Mountain 4, Derek Johnson 0; Martyn Palmer 1, Jamie Robson 4; Darren Butler 4, Derek Johnson 0; Bob Mountain 4, Kev Lenton 2; Tony Hillyard 4, Elaine Corke 0; Rob Cade 0, Dave Hasnip 4; Tony Buckle 0, Darren Butler 4; Debra Royal 1, Kev Lenton 4.

Round-up for week ending May 15

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Boston Standard Premier Division: Jamie Robson 4, Harry Lee 2; Redvers Dickinson 0, Martyn Palmer 4; Tony Hillyard 3, Bob Mountain 4; Rob Cade 3, Derek Johnson 4; Elaine Corke 1, Graham Sharp 4; Jamie Robson 4, Redvers Dickinson 0; Ady Parker 4, Mark Simpson 2; Kev Lenton 4, Darren Butler 2; Graham Sharp 1, Tony Hillyard 4. Ady Parker got the highest checkout of 100. Tony Hillyard got the highest checkout with 25.61. Martyn Palmer and Bob Mountain got two 180s each. Jamie Robson, Kev Lenton and Tony Hillyard all got one 180 each.

Round up for weeks ending Friday May 1 and May 8

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Boston Standard Premier Division (May 1): Elaine Corke 4, Redvers Dickinson 2; Derek Johnson 2, Kev Lenton 4; Rob Cade 4, Elaine Corke 3; Dave Hasnip 2, Jamie Robson 4; Darren Butler 4, Mark Simpson 3; Debra Royal 2, Tony Hillyard 4; Tony Buckle 0, Jamie Robson 4; Bob Mountain 4, Rob Cade 2. Jamie Robson got the highest average with 26.63 and also the highest checkout of 120.

Boston Standard Premier Division (May 8): Elaine Corke 3, Darren Butler 4; Tony Hillyard 4, Dave Hasnip 1; Redvers Dickinson 0, Graham Sharp 4; Kev Lenton 4, Mark Simpson 2; Jamie Robson 4, Bob Mountain 3; Rob Cade 0, Harry Lee 4; Ady Parker 4, Derek Johnson 0; Tony Buckle 1, Martyn Palmer 4; Redvers Dickinson 1, Kev Lenton 4; Grahm Sharp 4, Rob Cade 2; Tony Hillyard 4, Elaine Corke 0. Jamie Robson got he highest average of 25.48. Bob Mountain got the highest chekout with 170, which is now joint highest with Martyn Palmer. Tony Hillyard got one 180 maximum.

John Smiths Challenge League (May 1): Suzy Watson 3, Dale Broughton 0; Angie Upsall 1, Darren Bierley 2; Sharon Butler 3, Dianne Jenkins 0; Pete Johnson 2, Adam Kemp 1; Dianne Jenkins 1, Phil Hunt 2; Darren Bierley 2, Tina Willicombe 1. Sharon Butler got the highest average with 16.23 and the highest checkout of 78.

John Smiths Challenge League (May 8): Dale Broughton 3, Dianne Jenkins 0; Louise Charalambou 3, Suzy Watson 0; Sharon Butler 2, Emma Grant 1; Phil Hunt 2, Pete Johnson 1; Adam Kemp 2, Angie Upsall 1; Sharon Butler 2, Louise Charlambou 1. This division has now finished. Positions: 1 Dale Broughton, 2 Sharon Butler, 3 Pete Johnson, 4 Phil Hunt. In the women’s section: 1 Sharon Butler, 2 Dianne Jenkins, 3 and 4 requires a play-off between Suzy Watson and Angie Upsall who are tied on points. The highest average of the season for the men was Dale Broughton with 19.51. He also got the highest checkout for the season with 90. In the women’s section, Sharon Butler got the highest average of 18.32 and the highest checkout with 122. Nobody in this league got a 180.

Round up for week ending Friday April 24

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Boston Standard Premier Division results: Mark Simpson 4, Graham Sharp 3; Darren Butler 4, Harry Lee 3; Redvers Dickinson 1, Darren Butler 4; Graham Sharp 4, Bob Mountain 1; Mark Simpson 4, Derek Johnson 0; Jamie Robson 4, Debra Royal 1; Debra Royal 4, Derek Johnson 1; Ady Parker 4, Bob Mountain 0; Tony Buckle 1, Elaine Corke 4. Mark Simpson got the highest average with 22.26. Darren Butler got the highest checkout of 106. Debra Royal, Graham Sharp and Harry Lee each scored one 180.

Lincs Racing Championship results: D. Turner 1, Nathan Richardson 3; Lee Dickinson 3, Rick Woods 0; Rob Scrupps 0, Bob Birtwhistle 3; Rob Scrupps 3, Nathan Richardson 2; Daniel Flynn 3, Pedro Silva 1. Nathan Richardson got the highest checkout of 122. Daniel Flynn got highest average of 19.39. This division has now finished: 1 Doug Lillington, 2 Nathan Richardson, 3 James Beeson, 4 Daniel Flynn.

John Smiths Challenge League results: Dale Broughton 3, Sharon Butler 0; Dianne Jenkins 0, Pete Johnson 3; Phil Hunt 2, Suzy Watson 1; Louise Charalambou 2, Tina Willicombe 1; Angie Upsall 1, Emma Grant 2; Darren Bierley 1, Adam Kemp 2; Sharon Butler 3, Suzy Watson 0; Tina Willicombe 0, Emma Grant 3. Dale Broughton got highest average with 15.03.

Names are now being taken for the new season which will start in August. Anyone wishing to enter should contact Boston 352990 or 369018 to register their interest by leaving name and contact details. The annual meeting is on June 5 at Boston Snooker Centre at 8pm. Finals night is June 19, also at BSC at 8pm

Round up for week ending Friday April 17

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Boston Standard Premier Division results: Redvers Dickinson 1, Tony Buckle 4; Dave Hasnip 4, Ady Parker 2; Harry Lee 2, Mark Simpson 4; Tony Hillyard 0, Ady Parker 4; Tony Hillyard 4, Darren Butler 0. Dave Hasnip got the highest average of 24.48; Harry Lee got the highest checkout on 116; and Tony Buckle was the only one to hit a 180

Lincs Racing Championship results: Pete Grooby 3, Lee Dickinson 1; Dick Taylor 1, Doug Lillington 3; Kev Dickinson 1, James Beeson 3; Natahn Richardson 3, Jimmy Birtwhistle 1. Doug Lillington got highest average of 18.96 and the highest checkout on 133.

John Smiths Challenge League: Dale Broughton 3, Louise Charalambou 0; Tina Willicombe 3, Dale Broughton 0; Pete Johnson 2, Darren Bierley 1; Sharon Butler 3, Phil Hunt 0; Suzy Watson 1, Dianne Jenkins 2; Tina Willicombe 0, Dianne Jenkins 3; Sharon Butler 3, Angie Upsall 0. Dale Broughton got highest average with 17.89 and also the highest checkout on 90

Round up for week ending Friday April 10

BOSTON STANDARD PREMIER DIVISION

The first game was between Martyn Palmer and Rob Cade. Rob only had a chance in the last leg to finish as it was a 40-dart leg. But Martyn managed to finish it off to win 4-0 with a 128 checkout in one of the legs. Harry Lee and Derek Johnson were next. Harry went three legs up. Derek then checked out on a ton to grab a consolation point as Harry came back to win 4-1. A seven-leg game was next between Dave Hasnip and Kev Lenton. This game went backwards and forwards to be level on 3-3. The last leg saw Dave miss tops and hit a 5 for Kev to finish on 67 in two darts to win 4-3. Graham Sharp had his first game of the night when facing second placed Jamie Robson. Graham won the first leg after hitting a maximum. Jamie won the next. Graham then went on to win the next two legs only for Jamie to pull another leg back. But Graham hit a 116 checkout in the last leg to win 4-2. In Graham’s second game he faced Derek Johnson. Graham won the first leg only for Derek to pull one back. But then Derek struggled to keep with Graham then as the latter went on to win 4-1, hitting two more maximums in this game. Another seven-leg game was next, this time between Bob Mountain and Mark Simpson. Mark went two legs ahead only for Bob to pull back the next two legs to level things up at 3-3. The last leg saw Mark miss his double to let Bob come up and win 4-3. The last game was between Debra Royal and Ady Parker. After four legs it was all square on 2-2. Deb then checked out on two fat ladies (88) to lead. She then checked out on tops to win 4-2 with the highest average of the night (25.88). Ady hit a maximum and checked out on 102.

LINCS RACING CHAMPIONSHIP

The first game of the night was between Lee Dickinson and Pedro Silva. Lee went two legs up only for Pedro to pull one back. Lee then went on to win 3-1. Daniel Flynn started his first game of two. The first one was with Dick Taylor. Dick had a chance in the first leg to finish but couldn’t. He then didn’t get a look in during the other legs as Daniel won 3-0 with the highest average of the night on 20.04. In Daniel’s second game he took on granddad Rick Woods (congratulations Rick on becoming a granddad for the first time). This was a five-leg game with Rick going two legs up. But he couldn’t manage to hold that lead as Daniel came back and overtook him to win 3-2. Another five-leg game was next between Doug Lillington and Kev Dickinson. This game went backwards and forwards until they were all level. In the last leg both struggled on their finishing but Doug held on to win 3-2. Jimmy Birthwistle took on Pete Grooby next.after two legs it was all level. But Pete then went on to win the next two legs to win 3-1. Pete stayed on the oche to face Rob Scrupps. After two legs at was all level, Rob struggled with his doubles as Pete went on to win 3-1. The last game saw Bob Birtwhistle take on Dennis Turner. Dennis struggled to finish on doubles in the first two legs then Bob pulled away in the last leg to win 3-0, also checking out on 116 in the last leg. If anyone in Divisions One and Two needs to postpone their match this coming Friday (April 17) for whatever reason, they are asked to contact Graham Sharp at the Snooker Centre on 01205 369018.

JOHN SMITHS CHALLENGE LEAGUE

To start proceedings off were Dale Broughton and Angie Upsall. Angie didn’t get down to a finish in any of the legs as Dale walked away with the 3-0 win with the highest average of the night 19.51. Next to the oche were Phil Hunt and Tina Willicombe. Tina won the first leg but didn’t manage anymore legs as Phil went on to win 2-1. Angie Upsall was up to the oche again, this time against Phil Hunt and this game really threw a spanner in the works as Phil struggled to finish and Angie won 3-0. This makes it interesting for third, fourth and fifth positions in the league. Pete Johnson and Suzy Watson were on next. Here, Suzy ran away with the first leg to finish on 28 in one dart while Pete was back on treble figures. But Pete came back to win the next two legs to win 2-1. Adam Kemp and Louise Charalambou. Adam won the first leg, leaving Louise behind the next two legs both struggled with doubles as both managed a leg apiece for Adam to win 2-1. Emma Grant started her first of two games next. The first one was against Darren Bierley. Emma won the first leg, hitting some good scores. Darren won the second only for Emma to come back and finish on double two to win 2-1. In Emma’s second game, she was up against Adam Kemp. Adam struggled on doubles as Emma played well to win 3-0.

Round up for week ending Friday April 3

BOSTON STANDARD PREMIER DIVISION

There weren’t many games in any of the division on April 3 due to the annual clash of the Old Leake finals night. The first game was between Martyn Palmer and Ady Parker. Ady won the first leg but Martyn came back to win the next three only for Ady to grab another point by checking out on 107. Martyn again come back to win the last leg and take the game 4-2 with the highest average (25.28) of the night. Martyn stayed on the oche, this time taking on Mark Simpson. Mark had his chances all through the game but didn’t take them as Martyn won 4-0. The last game saw Tony Hillyard take on Redvers Dickinson. In this game Redvers had his chances in the first two legs but couldn’t finish and then he didn’t get near a double in the last two legs as Tony won 4-0.

NOTE: Number 14 Tony Holland has had to drop out of league due to unforeseen circumstances. This number is now a bye. All points have been taken off accordingly.

LINCS RACING CHAMPIONSHIP

The first game of the night was between Jimmy Birtwhistle and Pedro Silva. This was a five-leg game. In the last leg both players were down to the double but both struggled. However, Jimmy held on to win 3-2. Doug Lillington took on James Beeson. James didn’t really get a look in at a double as Doug won 3-0. Jimmy Birtwhistle was back to the oche, this time taking on Dick Taylor. Dick won the first leg and then struggled on doubles as Jimmy came through to win 3-1.

JOHN SMITHS CHALLENGE LEAGUE

To start proceedings off were Dale Broughton and Adam Kemp. Adam struggled to keep with Dale as the latter moved back to the top of table with a 3-0 win. Darren Bierley took on Louise Charalambou next and both were down to the doubles. But both struggled to finish before Darren held on to win 3-0. Louise Charalambou played again, this time against Angie Upsall. This was a bit of a scrappy game as both couldn’t score or hit doubles. But Louise eventually shone through by winning 2-1. The last game was between Pete Johnson and Emma Grant. Pete took the first two legs by checking out straight away. In the last leg Pete couldn’t finish. He had numerous darts at double 10 but just couldn’t manage it as Emma came through to win a consolation point.

Round up for week ending Friday March 27

BOSTON STANDARD PREMIER DIVISION

To start the night off was a six-leg game between Mark Simpson and Debra Royal. After four legs they were level at 2-2, then Deb upped her pace and finished off the next two legs to win 4-2 and also have the highest average of the night 25.82. The next game was between Dave Hasnip and Derek Johnson. Dave went into the lead with three legs when Derek pulled one back for Dave to come back and finish off the game 4-1. Deb Royal was back to the oche this time taking on her significant other Graham Sharp and they fought it out right to the seventh leg where they both had tops left and Graham got it first winning 4-3 and hitting three maximums in this game.

The two Tonys then took to the oche for the next game. Tony Hillyard held sway as Tony Buckle didn’t get a look in at the doubles as Tony Hillyard won 4-0. Tony Holland took on Darren Butler next. Darren didn’t get chance at the doubles, even though he left them. Tony just came back to the oche and took out the doubles before Darren did to win 4-0. Darren Butler stopped on the oche, this time to take on Rob Cade. Rob had a chance in the fourth leg to grab a consolation point but couldn’t hit the doubles as Darren won 4-0 with the highest checkout of a ton for the night. Martyn Palmer and Kev Lenton were next. Martyn was three legs up, but Kev did manage a consolation point as Martyn went on to win 4-1. Next to the oche were Harry Lee and Bob Mountain. Harry only managed two consolation points this week and no maximums to add to his tally as Bob hit a maximum and also won the match 4-2. The last game was a seven-legger between Ady Parker and Graham Sharp. After it was all level on 3-3 the last leg saw Ady start well and he just nipped into the front as he finished of on 32 in one dart to win 4-3.

LINCS RACING CHAMPIONSHIP

The first game of the night was between bottom of the league Dennis Turner and Pete Grooby. Dennis didn’t get down to a finish in any leg as Pete won 3-0. Lee Dickinson and Dick Taylor fought it out next. After two legs it was all level then Dick missed some doubles for Lee to then go on and win 3-1. Nathan Richardson was next up against Bob Birtwhistle. Nathan played well, not letting Bob near the doubles — although he did have a chance in the third leg. But he couldn’t find tops as Nathan won 3-0. Next to the oche were Rick Woods and Jimmy Birtwhistle. Rick went into the lead but two legs when Jimmy pulled one back for Rick to win the next leg to win 4-1. Pedro Silva took on Rob Scrupps. Pedro took the lead by two legs when Rob grab a point back for Pedro to go on and win 3-1 with the highest average of the night 18.29 and highest checkout 113. Daniel Flynn took on Kev Dickinson, this was a bit of a scrappy game as both struggled to score and finish, Daniel went into the lead of two legs for Kev to pull one back for Daniel to come back the next leg and win 3-1.

The last game of the night was between Rick Woods and Rob Scrupps. Robbie won the first leg but this was all he could manage as Rick went on to win 3-1.

JOHN SMITHS CHALLENGE LEAGUE

To start proceedings off were Dale Broughton Emma Grant. Emma had her chances in the second leg but couldn’t find double 2 as Dale won 3-0. Sharon Butler and Pete Johnson were next to the oche, Sharon left Pete standing most of the time just edging ahead all the time with Sharon hitting two big checkouts an 82 and in the last leg a 122 to win the match 3-0 and get the highest average of the night 16.33. Dale Broughton was back to the oche, this time against Darren Bierley. Darren had his chances in leg two to win the leg but couldn’t finish as Dale won 3-0. An all-women encounter was next between Diane Jenkins and Angie Upsall. Angie had her chances in the first leg but couldn’t find the red bit as she only managed a consolation point as Di won 2-1. Adam Kemp took on Phil Hunt next. Phil won the first leg but struggled to finish in the next two legs as Adam went on to win 2-1. Emma Grant was back to the oche taking on Louise Charalambou. Emma really struggled on her doubles as Louise got a deserved win of 3-0. Angie Upsall was back to the oche next, this time against Suzy Watson. Both were evenly matched in this game. It was all down to who got the doubles. Suzy managed a consolation point as Angie won 2-1.

No league table updates this week.

Round up for week ending Friday March 20

BOSTON STANDARD PREMIER DIVISION

There were quite a few call-offs on the night with only six games to report on. The first game was between Elaine Corke and Ady Parker. It was all neck-and-neck after four legs, then Ady got a spurt on and won the next two legs to win 4-2. Darren Butler took on Bob Mountain next. Again in this game after four legs, it was all level then Darren missed some shots at double to let Bob in to win 4-2. Ady Parker was back to the oche to take on Jamie Robson. In the first leg Ady could have gone ahead but couldn’t hit the double bed as Jamie went on to win 4-0, scoring a maximum in the game. Dave Hasnip and Harry Lee were next. Dave played well in this game as most of the time he left Harry straggling behind. Harry managed to score a maximum but still lost the leg to Dave. In the last leg Harry couldn’t finish on 46 and left himself 10 when Dave came up and finished on 60 in two darts to win 4-0, also having the highest checkout of the night of 97. Mark Simpson had his hands full with Redvers Dickinson as Mark couldn’t finish. He only managed a consolation point as his darts wouldn’t go in the doubles and Redvers’s also scored a maximum to win the match 4-1. Jamie was back to the oche, this time against Elaine Corke. Elaine had some chances to take “the Robster” down but it wasn’t to be as Jamie won 4-0 with the highest average of 26.72. This also put him top of the league by one point with second place Tony Holland a game in hand. So it is now all hotting up quite nicely.

LINCS RACING CHAMPIONSHIP

The first game of the night was between James Beeson and Daniel Flynn. Having a break for Daniel seemed to have worked because he came back with a vengeance to beat James Beeson 3-0 with the highest average of the night of 21.16. Another 3-0 win came next between Pete Grooby and Bob Birtwhistle. Bob had his chances of finishing off the legs but Pete did the checking out on 86 in the first to really lead the way and win 3-0. A five-leg game was next between Pedro Silva and Dennis Turner. Dennis went ahead by two legs for Pedro to come back and level. In the last leg Pedro led the way and finished off the game to win 3-2. Pedro stayed on the board for a re-arranged game against Nathan Richardson. Pedro only managed a consolation point in this game as Nathan won 3-1. Daniel Flynn was back to the oche against Doug Lillington. This was a five-leg game. After it was all square, Doug scored the better and hit a 97 to leave 32 which he took out in three darts to win 3-2, also claiming the highest finish of 95. The last game saw a father and son fight it out at the oche. Kev Dickinson took on Lee. Both were nervous in the first leg as they struggled to finish. But Lee held on. Then dad Kev managed to pull back but Lee went on to finish off the game, winning 3-1.

JOHN SMITHS CHALLENGE LEAGUE

To start proceedings off were Dale Broughton and Pete Johnson. Both players got down to the doubles but Pete only managed a consolation point as Dale won 2-1 with the highest average 13.05. Next to the oche were Dianne Jenkins and Adam Kemp, this was a messy game as neither got into hot form on there doubles and only Di managed a consolation point as Adam won 2-1. Phil Hunt then took on Darren Bierley next. The first two legs saw both players both down to doubles as Phil won each time. Darren then scored well in the last leg to pick up a consolation point, Phil winning 2-1. Pete Johnson was back to the oche this time taking on Louise Charalambou. Louise could have this match 2-1,but in the first leg she struggled on doubles to only pick up a consolation point as Pete won 2-1. An all-women encounter was next between Tina Willicombe and Suzie Watson and again Tina had her chances but couldn’t find the red bit as Suzie won 3-0. Tina stayed on the oche when taking on top of the league Sharon Butler, Tina got down to a double in two legs but again couldn’t find the red bit as Sharon won 3-0. The last game of the night was between Dianne Jenkins and Darren Bierley. It was all level after two legs and both were down to the double before Dianne held on to win 2-1. There will be a committee meeting this Friday (March 27) at 7pm prompt at BSC.

Round up for week ending Friday March 13

BOSTON STANDARD PREMIER DIVISION

Tony Holland nearly had his first loss of the season as Jamie Robson went 3-0 up hitting a maximum in the process but the nerves must have set in as Tony then won the next four legs to win the match 4-3 and also having the highest average of the night 25.78. The next game saw Debra Royal take on Harry Lee. Three maximums were scored in this game with Harry managing two and also only managing two consolation points as Deb won 4-2. Kev Lenton and Elaine Corke fought it out next. This game went backwards and forwards as, after four legs it was all level. Then Kev upped a notch and managed to finish off the next two legs to win 4-2. Rob Cade was looking for his first win and against Tony Buckle it went to the wire in all seven legs with Rob finding his first win via a 4-3 scoreline. Next up were Ady Parker and Redvers Dickinson, Redvers only had a chance in the fourth leg but missed his double as Ady went on to win 4-0. A seven-leg game was next between Bob Mountain and Dave Hasnip. Everything hinged on the final leg and both upped their games a notch before Ady just nipped to win 4-3. Top of the league Martyn Palmer was next up when taking on Derek Johnson. Martyn had a 17-dart leg to start proceedings and just carried on from there to win 4-0. The last game saw Rob Cade and Redvers Dickinson finish off the night. After four legs, it was all level but then Redvers held his nerve to win 4-2.

LINCS RACING CHAMPIONSHIP

The first game of the night was a five-legger between Pete Grooby and Nathan Richardson, after it was neck-and-neck after four legs. In the last leg Pete hit a couple of 140s to be well into the lead, but it took 10 darts to finish off the game, Pete winning 3-2.

The next game was another five-legger between Pedro Silva and Bob Birtwhistle. In the last leg Pedro just nipped into the lead to the finish to take out double 2 in one dart to win 3-2. In another five-legger, this time between Jimmy Birtwhistle and Kev Dickinson, Jimmy hit a 140 in the last leg at the right time to then come back to the oche to take out 86 in three darts to win 3-2. The next game was Rick Woods and Dennis Turner, Rick left Dennis standing in the first leg for Dennis to pull one back but then Rick got a spurt on to take the next two legs and to also check out on 114 in three darts to seal the win 3-1. Lee Dickinson took on James Beeson next, Lee had some costly misses at doubles to let James beat him 3-0. Dick Taylor had a good game next against Rob Scrupps. It took a total of 62 darts for Dick to defeat Rob, leaving him on treble figures in all the three legs and also getting the highest average of the night with 24.24. The last game saw Rob Scrupps back to the oche, this time against Kev Dickinson. Rob had more of a chance in this game getting down to the doubles but couldn’t finish as Kev could to win 3-0.

JOHN SMITHS CHALLENGE LEAGUE

There were only two games in this section. Pete Johnson took on Tina Willicombe. Both were slowly into their stride and struggled on doubles in the first leg, which Pete eventually got. And then he didn’t hesitate in leg two, reeling off a decisive win. In leg three Tina had a chance a consolation point but couldn’t finish and Pete won 3-0. Suzy Watson then took on Adam Kemp. After two legs it was neck and neck. In the last leg Suzy was down to the finishing first after hitting a 140 but she couldn’t finish. But she kept plodding on and eventually, as Adam got down to the doubles, she took the leg to win 2-1.

Round up for week ending Friday March 6

BOSTON STANDARD PREMIER DIVISION

Debra Royal started the first of her two games against bob Mountain. Deb won the first leg but then struggled on doubles as Bob went on to win 4-1, checking out on a bull in the last leg. In Deb’s second game she fared a lot better, hitting a maximum in the first leg. Tony had the chance to take the first leg but couldn’t finish as well as Deb did. And then in the next three legs, she left Tony standing behind on treble figures when she checked out to win 4-0. Tony Buckle also had another game against Ady Parker. Ady was much more of a match for Tony as Tony had his chances in three legs to finish but couldn't hit the doubles as Ady won 4-0.

Mark Simpson had a corker of a game against Elaine Corke, Mark could do no wrong as he scored well and checked out straight away checking out on a 106 and a 122 to win 4-0. Tony Hillyard started his first game tonight against Jamie Robson, after four legs it was all level then Jamie had a 15-dart leg to lead and checked out on 76 in three darts before Tony had the shot at double 9 to win 4-2, Tony did manage to hit an 180. In Tony’s second game he played Dave Hasnip. Dave struggled in this game, Tony leaving him well behind apart from the last leg but Dave couldn’t finish and Tony could win 4-0, also having the highest average of the night 23.85. Dave Hasnip also had another game, this time taking on Darren Butler. And this game went all the way to seven legs with Darren in the last leg scoring the better and he checked out on 56 in three darts to win 4-3. In Darren Butler’s second game he played Ady Parker. The pair’s fortunes fluctuated backwards and forwards and it was all level after four legs. Then the nerves set in for Darren as he struggled to finish and Ady came up to win the next two legs to win 4-2. The battle between the most 180s was next between Martyn Palmer and Harry Lee, there was only two separating them but Martyn put Harry in his place as Martyn scored a total of three 180s in this match. Harry did manage a consolation point as Martyn won 4-1.

LINCS RACING CHAMPIONSHIP

There were only four games in the night’s fixtures and three of those were five leg games. To start off were Doug Lillington and Lee Dickinson. This was a five-leg game, after it went backwards and forwards and ended up all level. The last leg saw Doug just score the better and hit an 84 to leave tops, which he took out next two darts to win 3-2 with the highest average of the night 20.46. Next game was between James Beeson and Jimmy Birtwhistle, another game that went backwards and forwards and in the deciding leg both struggled with the last double. But James finally got double 10 to win 3-2. Rick Woods and Bob Birtwhistle were next. Bob won the first leg but that was all he could manage as Rick went on to win the next three legs to win 3-1. The last game of the night was between Dennis Turner and Dick Taylor. Both were quite evenly matched as when one ton was thrown, the opposite player threw another. But it was Dick that held on to win 3-2.

JOHN SMITHS CHALLENGE LEAGUE

To start of the night’s fixtures were Louise Charalmbou and Phil Hunt. Louise did well, although both struggled on doubles and it took a total of 165 darts to finish off the game which Louise won 2-1. Emma Grant started her first game of the evening by taking on Dianne Jenkins. The first leg was a bit scrappy and Emma was down to the finish first but couldn’t find the red bit for Dianne to steal the leg. But the next two legs saw Emma check out straight away to win 2-1. In Emma’s second game she took on Phil Hunt. Things were still scrappy on the finishing but Emma managed to go 2-0 up. In the last leg, Emma had 21 darts at double two but just couldn’t hit the double as Phil finally hit double five to grab a consolation point. Next up was Darren Bierley and Suzy Watson. The latter Suzy was doing the scoring and Darren was doing the finishing as Suzy only managed a consolation point as Darren won 2-1. Sharon Butler also had two games. Her first one was against Adam Kemp. Sharon stormed ahead, hitting high scores for a third tier player and won the match 3-0. In the last game Sharon Butler took on Louise Butler. In the first leg, Sharon ended up in “the madhouse” and it looked like Louise was making a comeback. But just as Louise left tops, Sharon checked out and went on to win the next two legs to win 3-0. Sharon now goes top of league.

Round-up for week ending Friday February 27

STANDARD PREMIER DIVISION

Tony Hillyard started his first of two games first as he played Rob Cade, Rob struggled most of the time to keep with Tony. He did manage a consolation point, though, as Tony won 4-1. In Tony’s second game he played Mark Simpson. Mark had his chances but only managed a consolation point as Tony had another win of 4-1, a good night for Tony, which shoots him up the table to fifth place. Martyn Palmer took on Bob Mountain next, Bob started off really well in leg one as he hit ton tons and a maximum. But he couldn’t finish off the leg. The same happened in leg two, Bob hitting another maximum but just couldn’t find the double bed to grab a leg as Martyn won 4-0 with the highest average (26.72) of the night. Next to the oche was Kev Lenton and Tony Buckle. Kev started off well, hitting a maximum in leg one and Tony just couldn’t make it work for him as Kev won 4-0. Graham Sharp started his first of two games against Harry Lee. Graham was scoring well but couldn’t find the red bit and only managed a consolation point as Harry won 4-1. In Graham’s second game he didn’t fare much better against Darren Butler. It went backwards and forwards but was all level on 2-2. Then Darren had a spurt of luck and managed to win the next two legs to win 4-2. The first seven-legger of the evening was next between Debra Royal and Dave Hasnip. When it was all level on 3-3, Deb started the last leg stronger then Dave hit a 121 and two tons and managed to check out on 36 in three darts to win 4-3. Dave did get highest checkout of the night with 116. Derek Johnson took on Elaine Corke next. Derek went into the lead by three legs when Elaine pulled a consolation point back and she could have been only one leg behind but couldn’t finish off the leg as Derek won 4-2. Top of the league Tony Holland had to fight it out with Ady Parker as Tony had his first seven-leg game and Tony could have lost his first game. But Ady missed six darts at the double to let Tony in to narrowly win 4-3 with Ady hitting a maximum. The last game of the night was between Jamie Robson and Darren Butler. Darren really had his chances and managed to grab two legs with a checkout of 118. But that was all he could manage as Jamie won 4-2.

LINCS RACING CHAMPIONSHIP

There were only six games in the fixture schedule. Pedro Silva and Pete Grooby were first to the oche. Pete won the first leg but Pedro then upped his pace to get to the doubles first to win 3-1. Next to the oche were Jimmy Birtwhistle and Doug Lillington. Jimmy had chances at two legs but couldn’t finish as Doug won 3-0. Second place Nathan Richardson played Rick Woods. Nathan won the first leg but it was the only leg he took as he struggled on his doubles to let Rick in to win 3-1. Rick had the top checkout of the night on 124. A five-leg game between Dennis Turner and Kev Dickinson was next. In the last game the nerves got to the both of then as neither could finish. But Kev eventually managed the feat to sea a 3-2 win. Bob Birtwhsitle and Dick Taylor fought it out next. Dick won the first leg, but it was the only leg he did win as Bob went on to win the next three legs to win 3-1. The last game of the night was between Rob Scrupps and James Beeson and it was a five-legger. The last leg saw James hit a couple of good scores and he checked out straight away on 62 in three darts while Robbie was back on treble figures. James won 3-2 and also got the top average of the night with 19.11.

JOHN SMITHS CHALLENGE LEAGUE

There was only five games in the night’s fixtures. To start things off were Phil Hunt and Dale Broughton. It was all level after two legs and the third leg both struggled on doubles but Dale finished off on 20 in two darts to win 2-1 with Dale getting the highest average of the night 15.18. Adam Kemp and Tina Willicombe were next. This game was all level after two legs. Adam started off leg three the stronger and nearly gave away the leg as he struggled to finish. But he did eventually, winning 2-1. Sharon Butler and Darren Bierley were next and Sharon dominated this match as Sharon got to the doubles before Darren, winning 3-0 and having a 17.07 average. Next up was an all-women encounter between Suzy Watson and Emma Grant. This was a long game as both didn’t seem to be at their best as they are usually when they play each other. Both had darts going astray, but it was Suzy who came off the winner 2-1. The last game was a re-arranged encounter between Angie Upsall and Tina Willicombe. Both had some good scores and both had rubbish scores and they had upteen chances at doubles. But it was Angie who came out on top, winning 3-0.

Round-up for week ending Friday February 20

BOSTON STANDARD PREMIER DIVISION

Jamie Robson and Rob Cade started the night’s action. Rob fought on but Jamie was just too good as he left Rob back on treble figures when he finished all four legs to win 4-0. Tony Hillyard took on Kev Lenton. After four legs it was all level at 2-2. Then Tony started off well in leg five hitting three tons. But he missed a vital double. Kev stepped up and checked out to go into the lead. Leg saw Kev start off the better and finished off on 66 in three to win 4-2. Martyn Palmer and Dave Hasnip were next on. Martyn stormed into a three-leg lead. Then Dave came back to bring it to 2-3 but he missed double five in the last leg after scoring a maximum. This let Martyn in to finish off the game on tops to win 4-2. Debra Royal and Darren Butler were next. Deb took the first two legs, only for Darren to grab a consolation point. Deb then won the next two legs to win 4-1 with the highest average of the night on 28.14. Next to the oche were Harry Lee and Elaine Corke. The latter had her chance in leg one, missing tops. But then she didn’t get another chance at a double all through the match as Harry won 4-0. Darren Butler was back to the oche, this time against Redvers Dickinson. In this game Darren fared a lot better, not really letting Redvers have a chance at the doubles en route to a 4-0 win. Tony Buckle started his game against Mark Simpson. Tony didn’t have chance to get to the doubles apart from in the last leg, but couldn’t hit the double as Mark won 4-0. The only seven-legger of the night was between Redvers Dickinson and Derek Johnson. After it was all level, Derek stormed ahead and checked out on 20 in two darts as Redvers sat back on 147 to win 4-3. The last game of the night was between Tony Buckle and Harry Lee. Harry went into the lead by two legs. Then Tony took a leg back, checking out on 126 in three darts for the highest checkout of the night. Harry then to hit back to win the next two legs to win 4-1, also hitting a maximum in the first leg.

LINCS RACING CHAMPIONSHIP

The first game of the night was between Daniel Flynn and Lee Dickinson. Lee started off well and went into the lead by two legs and even though Lee hit a maximum in leg three, Daniel soon caught up and hit the next three doubles to win 3-2. Next to the oche were Rick Woods and Pete Grooby. Rick got the first leg but then struggled on doubles as Pete went on to win the next three legs to win 3-1. James Beeson took on bottom of the league Dennis Turner. James took the first leg and then struggled to finish at the doubles as Dennis came through to win 3-1, even with James hitting a maximum in one leg. A five-leg game was next, between Kev Dickinson and Bob Birtwhistle. Bob won the first two legs only for Kev to come back to level up. In the last leg Kev missed tops to let Bob take out 48 in three darts to win 3-2. Nathan Richardson started off his first game against Daniel Flynn well with Daniel only managing a consolation point as Nathan won 3-1 with the highest average of the night on 19.15. In Nathan Richardson's second game he took on Dick Taylor. Dick had his chances but couldn’t find the red bit as Nathan won 3-0.

JOHN SMITHS CHALLENGE LEAGUE

To start proceedings off were Dale Broughton and Dianne Jenkins. Dianne went a leg up but then struggled to get down to a finish in the next two legs as Dale won 2-1. The two bottom people were next, Tina Willicombe and Darren Bierley. The first two legs saw Tina have her chances to finish off the legs but couldn’t do so as Darren went on to win 3-0. The next game was an all-women encounter between Louise Charalambou and Suzy Watson. Both had double trouble and neither could finish as Louise held on to win 3-0. The next game was another all-women encounter between Sharon Butler and Emma Grant. Emma was unlucky as missed doubles cost her the legs and match as Sharon won 3-0.Phil Hunt took on Pete Johnson next. Pete struggled on doubles and only managed a consolation point as Phil won 2-1. Mother and son were next, Adam Kemp and Angie Upsall. Adam didn’t deserve the first leg as he hit a 7 a 3 and an 11 but Angie struggled to finish off as Adam got down to the double to go one up. Adam scored a lot better in the second leg and checked out on 72 in two darts to lead 2-0, Angie did manage a consolation point, though, as Adam won 2-1. Angie fared a little better in her next game against Pete Johnson. Although Pete got the first leg, the second was a marathon of darts until someone got the finish — and it was Angie to draw level. The last leg saw Pete struggle to finish off the game as Angie won 2-1.

No updated tables received for this week

Round-up for week ending Friday February 13

BOSTON STANDARD PREMIER DIVISION

The first two players to start the night’s action were Mark Simpson and Tony Holland. Tony went 3-0 up when Mark missed a 134 finish. The latter clinched the next two legs only for Tony to hit a 140 and a maximum back-to-back to win the game 4-2 with the highest average of the night 26.79. Deb Royal took on Martyn Palmer next. It was all level after four legs and then Martyn upped his tempo just a tad to walk off a 4-2 winner scoring a maximum in the last leg. A seven-leg game was next between Dave Hasnip and Graham Sharp. After it was all level after six games, Graham hitting the double first to win 4-3. Dave was back to the oche, this time taking on Tony Buckle. Tony had his chance in the second leg but “no-scored” twice for Dave to go on and win 4-0. Tony Holland was back to the oche, this time taking on Kev Lenton. After two legs it was all level then Tony pulled away to lead 3-1 as Kev pulled another leg back for Tony to then win the next to win 4-2. Derek Johnson and Tony Buckle fought it out next. It was all evens after four legs. But some costly misses at the doubles for Tony led Derek to the win of 4-2. Next to the oche were Harry Lee and Redvers Dickinson, Redvers had a chance in the third leg to grab a point but couldn’t find the red bit as Harry won 4-0. The last game was between Bob Mountain and Elaine Corke, which was a seven-leg game and in the last leg Bob left Elaine standing back on treble figures when he finished on 32 in one arrow to win 4-3.

LINCS RACING CHAMPIONSHIP

The first game of the night was between Pedro Silva and Rick Woods. Pedro won the first leg after Rick struggled on doubles but then came through to win 3-1 with a 17-dart last leg. The next game was the first of a quintet of five-leggers. The first one was between Jimmy Birtwhistle and Daniel Flynn. After it was all level on 2-2, Jimmy stormed ahead leaving Daniel behind on treble figures when he checked out on 20 to win 3-2. Kev Dickinson took on Rick Woods next. Rick really dominated this match as Kev only had one chance at the doubles as Rick won 3-0. Next to the oche was top dog Doug Lillington against bottom marker Dennis Turner. Dennis had his chances of finishing off two legs but couldn’t hit the double as Doug did so to win 3-0. A five-leg game was next between Pete Grooby and Dick Taylor. Pete started off with a ton in the last leg and kept hitting the scores to go out on tops in two to win 3-2. Kev Dickinson was back to the oche this time against Nathan Richardson. Kev didn’t get a look in at the doubles as Nathan won 3-0 with the top average of the night on 21.47. Bob Birtwhistle and James Beeson fought a five-leg game to the end. Nobody really high scored in the last leg, but James got to the double first to win 3-2. The last game of the night was between Doug Lillington and Rob Scrupps this was a five-leg game with Doug hitting two maximums in the first and second leg also checking out on 114 in the first leg and then went on to take the last leg to win 3-2.

JOHN SMITHS CHALLENGE LEAGUE

To start proceedings off were Suzy Watson and Dale Broughton, Suzy had her chances in all three legs but couldn’t find the double bed as Dale won 3-0. Angie Upsall started her first of two games of first against Darren Bierley. Darren only managed a consolation point as Angie won 2-1. In Angie’s second game against Emma Grant both struggled on doubles and after a marathon of darts Angie won 2-1.

Emma Grant’s other game was against Tina Willicombe and she fared better as Emma’s finishing was better and won 3-0. The next game on was Adam Kemp against Pete Johnson and this was a marathon of darts with Pete only managing a consolation point as Adam won 2-1. Couple Dianne Jenkins and Phil Hunt were next and both nervous at playing each other struggled on doubles and Dianne only managed a consolation point as Phil won 2-1. Adam Kemp and Darren Bierley were back to the oche, Darren should have won 2-1 but struggled to finish as Adam clawed his way back to win 3-0. The last game saw Dianne Jenkins back to the oche this time against Louise Charalambou, Dianne struggled to finish in this game and only managed another consolation point as Louise won 2-1.

No updated tables received for this week

Round-up for week ending February 6

BOSTON STANDARD PREMIER DIVISION

The first two players to kick off the night’s action were Rob Cade and Ady Parker. After two legs it was neck and neck but then Ady went on to win 4-1 Bob Mountain and Redvers Dickinson were next , Redvers had his chance to lead in the first leg but couldn’t finish of as Bob won the first leg then went on to win the next three legs with a 15-dart display and checking out on 126 in between to win 4-0. Martyn Palmer and Darren Butler were at the oche next. Darren had his chances at legs but couldn’t find the red bit as Martyn could and Darren could only mange a consolation point as Martyn won 4-1, banging in another 180 in the process and the highest average of the night 26.58. Next to the oche were Dave Hasnip and Elaine Corke. The latter had her chances at two legs but also couldn’t find the red bit as Dave won the match 4-0 and also banged in a maximum. Bob Mountain was back to the oche, this time against Rob Cade. Bob dominated this match not giving Rob to get down to the double bed as Bob won 4-0. Jamie Robson and Kev Lenton fought it out next but Jamie proved the better, just as he should when he is representing the county — well done to him for his call-up! Kev just couldn’t keep with Jamie as the latter won 4-0. Kev Lenton was back to the oche, this time facing Darren Butler. It wasn’t to be Kev’s night though as he only managed a consolation point out of this game as Darren won 4-1. The last game of the night saw Jamie Robson back to the oche taking on Mark Simpson. Jamie dominated this game as Mark didn’t get down to have a go at the double beds as Jamie won 4-0.

LINCS RACING CHAMPIONSHIP

The first game of the night was between Dick Taylor and Pedro Silva. After two legs it was neck and neck. But then Pedro missed some shots at doubles as Dick sneaked in to win 3-1. The next game to the oche was a five-leg game between Kev Dickinson and Pete Grooby. It was all neck and neck on 2-2. Then in the final leg, Kev scored the better by hitting a 121 and a ton to then finish on 115 in three darts to win 3-2. The next game was another five-legger between Daniel Flynn and Rob Scrupps. It was all-square, leading to a fifth leg. Daniel should have won the leg but couldn’t finish as he had nine-plus darts at a double and Rob sneaked in to grab the win 3-2. Doug Lillington faced Bob Birtwhistle next. Bob had his chance in the second leg but couldn’t finish off double 8 as he lost the match 3-0. Doug got the highest average of the night with 22.43. Doug was then back to the oche, this time taking on Nathan Richardson in a five-leg game. In the last leg, Doug just outscored Nathan and got to the double first to win 3-2. Rob Scrupps was back to the oche, this time taking on Jimmy Birtwhistle. Both scored pretty evenly but Jimmy hit the doubles first to win 3-0. The last game of the night saw Nathan Richardson back to the oche, this time against James Beeson again in a five-leg game. The last leg saw Nathan start with a 140 and kept up his scoring high. James did try to catch Nathan by hitting two tons but Nathan finished off the leg on 32 in two darts to win 3-2.

JOHN SMITHS CHALLENGE LEAGUE

There were only four games and to start proceedings off were the top two players Sharon Butler and Dale Broughton. This was a good game as they kept with each other most of the way. Sharon struggled on doubles as Dale walked off with three points to put him top of the league and Sharon second. Dale also got the highest average of the night on 17.68. The next game was between Dianne Jenkins and Pete Johnson. This was a long game and both struggled on doubles as Pete only managed a consolation point as Dianne won 2-1. Suzy Watson took on Phil Hunt next. Phil won the first leg only for Suzy to come back and take the next two legs to win 2-1. The last game saw mother and daughter fight it out, Tina Willicombe taking on Louise Charalambou. After both struggled to finish, it was leg and leg and the last leg Louise scored the better to gain success by 2-1.

Round-up for week ending January 30

BOSTON STANDARD PREMIER DIVISION

The first two players to kick of the latest night’s action were Bob Mountain and Tony Buckle. Bob went into the lead by three legs ass Tony pulled one back but that was all he did as Bob then went on to win 4-1. Martyn Palmer and Graham Sharp were next. Graham won the first leg but that was all he managed as Martyn went on to win the next four legs and in the last leg checked out on a massive 170 to seal the win 4-1. The next game was Kev Lenton and Rob Cade, Kev went into the lead by two legs when Rob pulled a consolation point back and then Kev went on to win 4-1. Debra Royal was next up against Elaine Corke, and Deb didn’t give Elaine many chances to finish as Deb won 4-0. Dave Hasnip and Redvers Dickinson were up next. Redvers had his chance to lead in the first leg but couldn’t finish as Dave went on to win 4-0. Both Elaine Corke and Graham Sharp the came back to the oche. Graham dominated this game as he didn’t give Elaine the chance to get down to a finish as he won 4-0 scoring two maximums in the process. Tony Holland played Derek Johnson next. Tony didn’t give Derek a chance to get to the double bed as he won 4-0. Tony Buckle was back to the oche taking on Tony Hillyard. The latter went three legs up only for Tony Buckle to grab a consolation point before Tony Hillyard finished off the game 4-1. The final game saw Derek Johnson try to get some points against Tony Hillyard but it wasn’t to be as Tony won 4-0 even though Derek had one chance at the double.

LINCS RACING CHAMPIONSHIP

The first game of the night was the first of three five-leg games with Rick Woods and Dick Taylor started things off in a game that reached 2-2 to leave both players needing the vital final leg. Both hit 140s in this leg but Dick got to the finish first and checked out on 10 in three darts to win 3-2. The next game was the second five-legger between Lee Dickinson and Jimmy Birtwhistle. After it was all level, the last leg saw them both scoring reasonably but Lee missed out on double 10 to win as Jimmy came through and finished on 16 in three to win 3-2 and also claiming a 119 checkout, the highest of the night. James Beeson and Pete Grooby were next, Pete had his chances in the first two legs but couldn’t finish as James walked off with three points. James was back to the oche this time a five-leg game against Kev Dickinson and after ebbing and flowing, the last leg saw James just edge into the lead and he checked out on tops in one dart to win 3-2. Kev Dickinson was back to the oche, this time against Pedro Silva. And after Pedro checked out on 74 in the first leg, Kev struggled to keep with him as Pedro went on to win 3-0. The last game saw Daniel Flynn play Dennis Turner. Dennis had double trouble and struggled to finish as Daniel came through to win 3-0.

JOHN SMITHS CHALLENGE LEAGUE

Emma Grant was to the oche first for her first game of two against Dale Broughton. Both struggled on finishing and Emma had her chances in the first two legs but couldn’t hit the double bed as dale won 3-0 with the highest average of the night 15.98. In Emma’s second game she didn’t fare any better, this time taking on Adam Kemp. Again it was double trouble. Fortunately for Adam they did eventually go in for him to win 3-0. Dale was back to the oche when taking on another woman, this time Tina Willicombe. And Tina took Dale by surprise as she won the first leg by checking out on 8 in one dart. But Dale got a spurt on in the second leg and checked out quickly to level. The last leg could have been either’s but Dale did manage to get the last leg for the 2-1 win. Pete Johnson was next up when taking on Darren Bierley. Darren had the chance to go into the lead but couldn’t find the double bed as Pete then walked away with the 3-0 win. Sharon Butler started her first game of two also tonight taking on Phil Hunt first. Phil had his chance in the first leg and last but couldn’t find the double bed as Sharon did to win 3-0. In Sharon’s second game she took on Suzy Watson. This was a much closer match as they were all square after two legs and the last leg both struggled at the last double but Sharon held to win 2-1. Another all-women encounter was next this time Dianne Jenkins and Suzy Watson and this time Suzy did really struggle on doubles as did Di as it took them ages to finish but Dianne walked away the 3-0 winner. The last game of the night was between Louise Charalambou and Angie Upsall. Angie walked away with the first leg leaving Louise back on treble figures. But Louise bounced back as Angie then couldn’t hit the double bed and Louise won 2-1.

* Tables section not updated to include above matches

Round-up for week ending January 23

STANDARD PREMIER DIVISION

The first two players to kick off the night’s action were Mark Simpson and Rob Cade. Mark played well and didn’t give Cade a chance to finish as Mark checked out straight away to win 4-0 and also grabbing the highest average of the night 26.72. Ady Parker took on Kev Lenton next, Kev went three legs up and it took another three legs before he finished off on 16 in one dart to win 4-2. Martyn Palmer took on Elaine Corke and in this game Martyn ran away with it as Elaine didn’t get down to the finish as Martyn won 4-0. Mark Simpson was back to the oche taking on Darren Butler, Mark went ahead by three legs only for Darren to then pull a consolation point as Mark then won the next leg to win 4-1. First and second then took on each other and raised all the expectations as it was a seven-legger and in the last leg both scored well and it was who could hit the double bed first and it was Tony checking out on 52 in two darts for the 4-3 win. Martyn hit a maximum, which takes him to 10 this season. Tony Holland then took on Bob Mountain, Bob had his chances in the first two legs but couldn’t finish and the last two legs Bob was still in treble figures with Tony winning 4-0. Another seven-leg game was next between Tony Hillyard and Harry Lee and in the last leg both scored evenly and again it was who hit the double and it was Tony with a 75 checkout to win 4-3. Jamie Robson then had back-to-back games. His first game was against Derek Johnson. Derek won the first leg with Jamie still on treble figures, but this spurred Jamie on as he hit four tons back to back in the second leg then took another 12 darts to pull level and Jamie then pulled away winning 4-1. In Jamie’s second game he took on Darren Butler. Jamie carried on his momentum by winning the first three legs but then took another three legs to seal the win 4-2 checking out on 105 in one of the legs for the highest checkout of the night.

LINCS RACING CHAMPIONSHIP

With six games scheduled, it seemed to be a long night with Lee Dickinson and Dennis Turner starting of proceedings. Dennis had the chance to win this game 3-0 but struggled on finishing and only managed a consolation point as Lee won 3-1. Next up to the oche was a re-arranged game between Dick Taylor and Kev Dickinson, Dick took the first leg but then struggled with the next three legs even though he had his chances as Kev won 3-1. James Beeson then took on Dick Taylor and Dick struggled to keep up in this game as James was outscoring him and taking his checkouts straight out to win 3-0 and picking up the highest average of the night 21.78. Lee Dickinson and Rob Scrupps fought out a 5 leg game and when it was neck and neck the last leg both wanted 20 and Rob was first to the oche and hit 20 in one dart to win 3-2. Another five-leg game was next this time between Bob Birtwhistle and Daniel Flynn and the last leg Daniel went ahead but couldn’t finish on 8 for Bob to finish out on 73 in three darts to win 3-2. The last game of the night saw James Beeson back to the oche taking on Pedro Silva, James carried on his momentum from the earlier game as when he finished all three legs to win 3-0 with also the highest checkout of the night 108.

JOHN SMITHS CHALLENGE LEAGUE

Dale Broughton was the first one to the oche taking on Angie Upsall, Angie nearly had one chance to win a leg finishing on double 5 but Dale beat her to it winning 3-0 also having the highest average of the night 15.98. An all women encounter took place next between top lady Sharon Butler and second place lady Dianne Jenkins. Dianne struggled to keep up in the first leg managed to get the second leg but the last leg struggled to finish on 13 as Sharon won 2-1. Phil Hunt took on Tina Willicombe next and Tina had her chances of finishing of legs two and three but couldn’t finish as Phil won 3-0 also hitting a 72 checkout. Pete Johnson played Suzy Watson and after a marathon of darts Suzy took the first and only leg as Pete won the next two. Adam Kemp and Louise Charalambou fought it out at the oche next, Adam went into the lead by two legs for Louise to start of leg three with a ton and also finishing of the leg on 38 to grab a consolation point. Next to the oche were Emma Grant and Darren Bierley were next. Emma scored well in the first leg and was down to a finish in 12 darts but took another 12 darts to finish of the leg, but then proceeded to take the next two legs checking out on 80 to win 3-0. The last game saw Angie Upsall back to the oche taking on Sharon Butler. Angie took the first leg and then struggled to finish of the second, which let Sharon in to take the next two legs to win 2-1 with the highest average for the women 17.17.

Round-up for week ending January 16

BOSTON STANDARD PREMIER DIVISION

The first two players to kick off the night’s action were Jamie Robson and Harry Lee. Harry didn’t get down to a finish in any of the legs as Jamie won 4-0 with the highest average of 25.36. Martyn Palmer and Redvers Dickinson were next to the oche and Redvers took the first leg off Martyn and then Martyn didn’t give him another chance at the double as he then won the next 4 legs to win 4-1 hitting a 180 in the process. Next to the oche were Tony Hillyard and Bob Mountain. Bob had his chances to finish off the legs but couldn’t and only managed a consolation point as Tony won 4-1. Derek Johnson played his first game against Rob Cade. Rob seemed to have a spurt on as he won the first two legs but it wasn’t to last as Derek then went on to take the next four legs to win 4-2. Graham Sharp took on Redvers Dickinson which turned out to be a seven-legger. Graham went behind as Redvers was winning 3-1 all he needed was one more leg but Graham came strong to win three legs in a row to win 4-3. Another seven-leg game took place next, this time between Martyn Palmer and Mark Simpson. Martyn took the first two legs as Mark took the next two legs to level it up then they got one apiece making it all level on 3-3. Both scored well in the last leg but Martyn just pipped Mark to the finish to win 4-3. Mark was back to the oche this time taking on Ady Parker, After playing 7 legs must of taken it out of Mark as he struggled to finish and only managed a consolation point as Ady won 4-1. The last game saw Derek trying to keep his form going against Kev Lenton and that he did as he only let Kev get a consolation point winning 4-1.

LINCS RACING CHAMPIONSHIP

The first game was between Bob Birtwhistle and Lee Dickinson, which was a five-legger. After it was all level at 2-2, the last leg both saw the scoring pretty even but Lee just managed to hit double 16 in three darts to win 3-2 and shoot him back up to third in the table. Next game on was Rick Woods and James Beeson. Rick only had one chance at the double but by then it was to late as James won 3-0 with the highest average of the night of 21.16. James was back to the oche taking on Nathan Richardson in a re-arranged game again this was a five-legger. Nathan started off in the first leg with a 180 and finish the leg 17 darts to lead but after it was all level the last leg Nathan started of with a ton and managed to keep the scores going as he got to the finish first checking out on 18 in one dart to win 3-2. Doug Lillington and Pete Grooby were next on. Doug went into the lead by finishing on tops in the first two legs, Pete managed to grab the next leg only for Doug to come back and take the win 3-1. Doug was then back to the oche this time facing Pedro Silva, after being a leg a piece Doug took the initiative and took the next two legs to win 3-1 with the highest checkout of 101. The last game of the night saw Dennis Turner beat Jimmy Birtwhistle 3-1 as the latter had double trouble and Dennis manage to hold on for the win.

JOHN SMITHS CHALLENGE LEAGUE

Dale Broughton was the first one to the oche taking on Louise Charalambou. Louise didn’t stand a chance as Dale finished of all 3-3 while Louise was still on treble figures. Dale also picked up the highest checkout of the night with 17.27. Next up to the oche were Pete Johnson and Emma Grant. Emma only managed an consolation point which she checked out on 75 and should have had the other two legs also but couldn’t finish as Pete won 2-1. Dale Broughton was back to the oche this time taking on Adam Kemp. Adam did manage to keep with Dale and had his chances to win but only managed a consolation point as Dale won 2-1. Next up was a clash between the bottom two Darren Bierley and Louise Charalambou and it was who could hit the double first as both struggled and it was Darren who won 3-0 for his second win of the season. Angie Upsall and Phil Hunt were next on. Phil took the first leg but then Angie levelled to then check out on 94 in the last leg to win 2-1. An all-women encounter took place next, Tina Willicombe and Dianne Jenkins. Tina was down to the double in all three legs but neither of them could finish until Dianne managed the feat in all three legs. Dianne was back to the oche again for the last game, this time taking on Adam Kemp. Adam got a scoot on when he took the first leg he should have had the second but Dianne held on to level up and the last leg Adams scoring just a little bit better and check out in three darts on 39 to win 2-1.

Round-up for week ending January 9

BOSTON STANDARD PREMIER DIVISION

The first two players to kick off the new year were Darren Butler and Elaine Corke. Neither played exceptionally well as both struggled on scoring and finishing. Elaine did manage a consolation point, though, as Darren won 4-1. Tony Holland was up next in the first of his two games against Dave Hasnip. Dave had only one chance at a double to take a leg, but couldn’t find the red bit as Tony won 4-0. Next up to the oche were Redvers Dickinson and Debra Royal. Both started well and Redvers managed to keep up in the first leg and had just left himself 24 when Deb finished on 4 in three darts to go into the lead. Redvers didn’t then get another chance at the doubles as Deb won the next three legs to win 4-0. Mark Simpson took on Kev Lenton next. Kev went two legs up. Mark pulled one back after hitting a couple of tons and he should have had the next leg, too, but couldn’t finish on his double as Kev finished on 58. Mark was still fighting, though, as he took the next leg to go 2-3 after hitting three tons and two 60s The next leg Mark could have levelled but couldn’t finish and Kev came through to win 4-2. Bob Mountain tried to cool “the Robster” down as he took on Jamie Robson and although Bob had his chances and hit a maximum Jamie won in 72 darts 4-0.

Rob Cade was looking for his first win of the season when he took on Harry Lee. But he only managed a consolation point as Harry won 4-1. Tony Holland was back to the oche this time against Debra Royal. Deb managed to get one point of Tony as Tony won 4-1 with 84 darts getting the highest average of the night 29.34 the highest checkout 115 and over the whole night, three maximums, too. Ady Parker took on Derek Johnson next and Derek didn’t get the chance at the double as Ady got there before him in all four legs.

The last game of the night was between Martyn Palmer and Tony Buckle. Again in this game, Tony didn’t have a shot at a double as Martyn got to them to win 4-0.

LINCS RACING CHAMPIONSHIP

The first game was between brothers Jimmy Birtwhistle and Bob Birtwhistle. Even though Bob won the first leg Jimmy then proceeded to win the next three to win 3-1. Rob Scrupps then proceeded to leave Dennis Turner behind as Rob won 3-0. The next game was a five-legger between Rock Woods and Doug Lillington. Rick wanted to show Doug what he was about as he checked out on 143, which is the highest checkout so far this season in the first leg. When the match got to 2-2. In the last leg, Doug hit a 180 to then go on and win 3-2 in a good match from both players. Dennis Turner was back to the oche this time taking on Pedro Silva. This was also a five-legger, and the last leg Pedro started of well hitting a ton forty but couldn’t keep it up as Dennis clawed his way back to take the leg in 1 dart at 32 to win 3-2. Pete Grooby took on Daniel Flynn. They was all level after two legs and then Pete went on to win the next two legs to win 3-1. Nathan Richardson started the first of his two games tonight against Lee Dickinson. Lee won the first leg but this then spurred Nathan on as he won the next three legs to win 3-1n with the highest average of the night 19.84. Rick Woods was back to the oche taking on Lee Dickinson. Rick brought his form back to the oche from his earlier game as he won Lee 3-0 a good night for Rick. The last game saw Nathan Richardson back to the oche this time against Rob Scrupps. And just as in his earlier game Nathan went behind after the first leg but came back to win 3-1. A good night for Nathan, too.

JOHN SMITHS CHALLENGE LEAGUE

Dale Broughton was the first one to the oche taking on Darren Bierley and although Darren had his chances at the doubles, Dale walked of with the three points and also clocking the highest average of the night 15.03.

The first of four all-women clashes took place next with Suzy Watson taking on Tina Willicombe. Suzy stormed ahead in the first leg finishing on 24 in one dart while Tina lay back on 130. Tina did manage a consolation point in the last leg when it was whoever could hit the double first. So Suzy walked off with the 2-1 win. The next women clash was on next this time Angie Upsall took on Diane Jenkins. Both struggled to score and hit doubles and Angie only managed a consolation point with Diane winning 2-1. Phil Hunt took on Adam Kemp next. After being all-square on one leg apiece, Adam struggled to keep with Phil in the last leg as Phil finished on tops in 2 to win 2-1. Sharon Butler took on Pete Johnson next. Pete struggled on doubles as Sharon also did but Sharon did manage to hit the doubles in all three legs to win 3-0. The last game of the night was between Louise Charalambou and Emma Grant. Again in this game both struggled on doubles and it was who could hit them first. Louise did manage a consolation point though as Emma won 2-1.

* There will be a committee meeting this Friday (January 16) at 7pm prompt. All members should attend if possible.

Round-up for week ending December 19

BOSTON STANDARD PREMIER DIVISION

It was a good night for the Premier section — not so much in the other divisions with several postponements. To start things off in the top section were Elaine Corke and Redvers Dickinson. After being all square on two legs it was Elaine who went further even though Redvers scored a maximum Elaine won the game 4-2. Redvers was on the oche again this time against Jamie Robson. After two legs it was one apiece but Jamie surged on to win 4-1. Ady Parker took on Harry Lee next and again after going one apiece Ady went on to win the next three legs to win 4-1. The first of three seven-leg games was next between Graham Sharp and Tony Buckle, so after being all square on 3-3 Tony hit an 84 to leave 16, which he took out in three darts to win 4-3. The next game was a cracker as Jamie Robson took on Dave Hasnip and as they are fighting out second place it was going to be a good game and it was as Jamie stormed ahead in the first leg leaving Dave back on treble figures when he finished on the doubles and this happened for three of the legs as Jamie won 4-1 with the highest average of the night 27.54. Mark Simpson started his first game of tonight against Harry Lee. Harry only had chance in one of the legs to finish and he couldn’t as Mark won 4-0 even with Harry hitting two 180s. The next seven-leg game was between Tony Hillyard and Debra Royal. After being all-square both scored well in the last leg and Deb hit a 140 and finished on 36 in three darts the next time round to win 4-3. The last game of the night was another seven-legger between Graham Sharp and Mark Simpson. In the deciding leg the nerves showed a little for both players as they struggled with there doubles and it was Graham that held to finish on 4 in three darts to win 4-3.

LINCS RACING CHAMPIONSHIP

There were four games on the night. Starting off the fixtures were Lee Dickinson and Pete Grooby. Lee took the first leg checking out on 74 in three darts and also took the next leg to go 2-0 up, Pete did manage a consolation point as Lee went on to win 3-1. Next to the oche were Doug Lillington and Dick Taylor. Doug started off the stronger taking the first two legs but again Dick only managed a consolation point as Doug went on to win 3-1. Next up was the best game of the night between Nathan Richardson and Jimmy Birtwhistle. A total of 9 ton pluses was recorded in this match which only took Nathan three straight legs to win with the highest average of the night 20.04. The last game saw Daniel Flynn take on Pedro Silva. Daniel dominated the first leg going into the lead but this spurred Pedro on to take the next three legs to win 3-1.

Could players please note that number 13, George Harness, has had to drop out of the league due to medical reasons. So his fixtures will turn into a bye while everyone wishes George all the best.

JOHN SMITHS CHALLENGE LEAGUE

There were only three games this week. First up to the oche were Darren Bierley and Phil Hunt. For some reason only two legs were played in this game and Phil hunt walked off the winner, claiming three points. The second game was between Pete Johnson and Louise Charalambou. Louise had her chances to finish but struggled as Pete walked off a 3-0 winner.

The last game saw an all women encounter take place between Angie Upsall and Suzy Watson, this game could have been anybody’s with neither trying to finish off the doubles. But Angie did manage to walk off the 3-0 winner.

Round-up for week ending December 12

BOSTON STANDARD PREMIER DIVISION

First clash of the night was between Dave Hasnip and Rob Cade. Rob had his chances at the doubles but Dave was the better as he won 4-1. Next to the oche was Graham Sharp and Tony Holland. Graham had his chances to finish off legs but then went to pot on his scoring in the last two legs as Tony won 4-1. The next game was between Martyn Palmer and Tony Hillyard. It was all neck-and-neck on two legs apiece when tony then missed double sixteen to go into the lead and Martyn took out tops in two darts. The last leg Tony went to pot and Martyn did a 16-dart leg to win 4-2 with the highest average of the night 28.44. Tony got the top checkout with 158. Tony was back to the oche again this time taking on Redvers Dickinson. Tony had a better game this time checking out straight away to win 4-0. Derek Johnson took on Mark Simpson and even though Derek hit a 180 Mark was just the better winning 4-0. Jamie Robson took on Deb Royal in his first game. Deb struggled a little on doubles although she did manage two points as Jamie won 4-2. In Jamie’s second game he didn’t fare to well as he took on Graham Sharp and this time Jamie struggled with his doubles as Graham beat him 4-1. Next to the oche were Kev Lenton and Harry Lee. Kev struggled to get going which is normally Harrys case but Harry stormed through to win 4-0. Bob Mountain took on Ady Parker next. Ady had been struggling this season but seemed to find his form in this game as he won 4-1. The next two players that were on were Elaine Corke and Tony Buckle. Elaine took the first leg checking out on tops in one to lead, she did then have chances at other legs but struggled on doubles as Tony won 4-1. The last game of the night was between Tony holland and Harry Lee. Harry struggled to score in this game and Tony ran away with it claiming another four points to go 11 points clear at the top,

LINCS RACING CHAMPIONSHIP

First to the oche was a re-arranged match between Bob Birtwhistle and Dennis Turner. Dennis had his chances at doubles. The last leg Dennis had 21 darts at the doubles but still couldn’t finish as Bob walked away with the 3-0 win. Next up was a five leg game between Pedro Silva and Lee Dickinson. Pedro played really well. Lee was struggling to score as Pedro walked off with a 3-2 win, claiming the highest average of the night with a figure of 20.63, the only 180 and highest checkout of 55.

Pedro Silva was on again, this time taking on Bob Birtwhistle. Pedro kept up his form by winning 3-0. Rick Woods and Daniel Flynn were next, and Daniel struggled with doubles as he only managed a consolation point as Rick won 3-1. Top of the league Doug Lillington took on Kev Dickinson. Both had good scores and Kev only managed a consolation point as Doug increased his lead by winning 3-1. The last game of the night saw Jimmy Birtwhistle beat Pete Grooby 3-1 as everybody, it seemed, had ‘double trouble.’

JOHN SMITHS CHALLENGE LEAGUE

To start proceedings off was a no-show for Dale Broughton and he failed to let his opponent know and league secretary that he was postponing. Therefore Louise Charalambou was awarded three points. The second game was between Susy Watson and Adam Kemp. Both struggled on doubles as suzy went ahead by winning the first two legs and then Adam managed to pick up a consolation point by winning the last leg. Next to the oche was Diane Jenkins and Darren Bierley. Again Darren had his chances at doubles but couldn’t finish and only managed a consolation point as Di beat him 2-1. Phil Hunt took on Emma Grant next and again in this game double trouble for Emma as Phil won 3-0. Pete Johnson took on Tina Willicombe and it was Pete that dominated this match as Tina didn’t get down to a finish as Pete got there before her, winning 3-0 with the highest average of the night 17.07 and highest checkout 64. The last game of the night was between Angie Upsall and Tina Willicombe. In this game Tina had her chances to finish off legs, but it wasn’t her night as Angie won 3-0.

Round-up for week ending December 5

No reports to hand for this week, but all results have been included in updated tables section (link, above right).

Round-up for week ending November 28

BOSTON STANDARD PREMIER DIVISION

First clash of the night was between top and bottom of the table where Martyn Palmer played well against Rob Cade. Martyn left Rob behind on treble figures in three legs, then as Rob went to check out on 123 but missed 28 Martyn finished on tops in two to take the win 4-0. Deb Royal and Ady Parker fought it out next and Deb took the first two legs. Ady had the chance to pull one back but couldn’t finish on 35 as Deb finished on tops in one dart. Ady did manage to grab the next leg for a point, only for Deb to come back to win 4-1 with the highest average of 25.61. Next to the oche were Dave Hasnip and Kev Lenton. Kev finished of the first leg to lead but Dave came back strong and put Kev under pressure as Dave rattled of the legs to win 4-1.

Tony Hillyard took on Elaine Corke and managed to lead ahead to win 4-0. After playing an exhibition downstairs and almost losing the shirt on his back Tony Holland found his form at the oche to win two games. His first opponent was Darren Butler and Darren had chances to take some legs but only managed to grab a consolation point as Tony won 4-1. In his second game he played Redvers Dickinson and again in this game Redvers had chances to finish of legs but only managed to pick up a consolation point as Tony walked off with another four points. Bob Mountain played Mark Simpson next and even though Mark took the first leg Bob came back to win the match 4-1. Derek Johnson was hoping to get some more points as he took on Harry Lee. Derek stormed ahead into the lead by two legs but then struggled to finish of at the doubles as Derek came through to win 4-2. The last game of the night saw Darren Butler back this time to face Tony Buckle. Both scored well but Darren just the better as he won 4-2.

LINCS RACING CHAMPIONSHIP

First to the oche were bottom of the table Dennis Turner against Pete Grooby. Dennis started the better and seemed to find his lost form as he won the match 3-0. Next to the oche were Dick Taylor and Lee Dickinson. Lee had chances at the doubles but couldn’t hit the red bit as Dick came of with three points. A re-arranged encounter took place next between Jimmy Birtwhistle and George Harness. George stormed ahead in the first leg finishing on tops in two while leaving Jimmy on treble figures. George then struggled on doubles and jimmy came through the next three to take the win 3-1. The next game was between Nathan Richardson and Bob Birtwhistle. Bob struggled to get going as Nathan went ahead by two legs the third leg Bob had nine darts to claim a point but couldn’t and Nathan came through to win 3-0 claiming the highest checkout 114. Jimmy Birtwhistle was back to the oche for his second game this time against Rick Woods. Jimmy seemed to leave Rick standing as Jimmy won 3-0 with the highest average of the night 20.58. Daniel Flynn took on Kev Dickinson. Kev had his chances in the first two legs to hit a double but struggled which let Daniel win the game 3-0. The last game saw George Harness back to the oche to take on James Beeson. As in his earlier game George won the first leg but James came back stronger winning 3-1.

JOHN SMITH’S CHALLENGE LEAGUE

To start proceedings off was an early game at 7.20pm between Dale Broughton and Phil Hunt. Dale was looking to increase his lead and managed to grab the first leg but Phil hit a ton and a 168 to finish off the second leg to level, and the third leg Dale had six arrows at the doubles but couldn’t finish and Phil crept in to take the win 2-1 with the highest average of 16.67. Angie Upsall took on Pete Johnson. Pete struggled with his doubles but managed a consolation point as Angie won 2-1. Up next were Tina Willicombe and Adam Kemp. A total of 122 arrows were thrown and it was Tina who came of the winner 2-1. Louise Charalambou had the first of her two games next taking on Sharon Butler. Sharon didn’t really give louise a chance as she went 2-0 up. Louise had the chance for the consolation point but couldn’t hit the doubles as Sharon finished on double one to win 3-0. Susy Watson took on Emma Grant next and both struggled on doubles. Suzy did pick off 72 in three darts to take the first leg, Emma then managed to level but struggled to keep momentum going as Susy took the last leg to win 2-1. Louise was back to the oche this time against Dianne Jenkins. Louise took the first leg and the next two legs was who could hit the red bit first and it was Di who hit in both legs to win 2-1.

The last game saw Sharon Butler back to the oche this time against Tina Willicombe. Sharon took awhile to get going and Tina had her chances to take the doubles but Sharon came of with another three points and also moved her to the top of the table.

Round-up for week ending November 21

BOSTON STANDARD PREMIER DIVISION

To start things off this week were Harry Lee and Darren Butler. Darren stormed into the lead by winning the first three legs. Harry came back in leg four by hitting a ton and a 140 to finish on 56 in two darts to grab a consolation point as Darren then took the next leg to win the match 4-1. Kev Lenton took on Deb Royal next. Kev went into the lead by two legs before Deb woke up and managed to draw level, but Kev checked out on 106 in three darts to lead once more and the sixth leg he hit a 180 to help him secure the win 4-2. The dreaded seven-legger game was next between Rob Cade and Graham Sharp. Graham should have won this match 4-0 but too much of a sore head prevented him and Rob managed to draw level. The last leg saw Graham get a spurt on and finished on 31 in two darts while Rob was back on 168. Dave Hasnip took on Mark Simpson next. Mark had his chances to finish of the legs but struggled on doubles he did manage a consolation point as Dave won 4-1. Top of the league Martyn Palmer took on Ady Parker. Ady should have had the first leg as he hit three tons on the trot but just couldn’t finish, which is what happened in most of the legs as Martyn won the match 4-1. The next game saw Ady Parker play again this time against Graham Sharp. Graham seemed to wake up a bit more for this match even though he lost the first leg and the third leg he managed to level the match at 2-2. Graham then got another spurt on and managed to finish the next two legs to win the match 4-2. Bob Mountain took on Derek Johnson next and even though Derek hit a 180 late on in the game Bob came through to win the match 4-1. The last game saw Jamie Robson leave Elaine Corke behind although she did have a chance of finishing leg two but didn’t get time to finish as Jamie had hit his double. Jamie walked of the victor winning 4-0. Jamie also got the highest checkout of 117 of the night.

LINCS RACING CHAMPIONSHIP

First to the oche was Daniel Flynn and James Beeson. After two legs it was all level then Daniel struggled to finish and James went on to win the next two legs to take the win 3-1. Bob Birtwhistle was on next taken on Pete Grooby. Bob struggled to finish in the first leg and Pete stepped in to finish on 72 in two darts to lead but Bob came back to win the next three legs as Pete struggled to find the double bed. A re-arranged match followed next between Kev Dickinson and Dick Taylor. Both hit tons and both were down to the doubles but it was Dick who walked off with the three points winning 3-0 and the highest average of the evening 21.78.

Another re-arranged match followed this time between Nathan Richardson and George Harness. George really struggled in legs one and two as Nathan finished off the legs leaving George back on triple figures. The last leg George put more of a fight up but couldn’t find the red bit and Nathan went ahead and did to win 3-0.

Dick Taylor was back to the oche this time facing Jimmy Birtwhistle. This time Dick struggled to finish and only managed a consolation point as Jimmy won 3-1. George harness was back to the oche also this time facing top of the table Doug Lillington. George tried to keep with Doug but Doug was just the better scorer and finisher that he won 3-0. A father and son match followed between Kev Dickinson and Lee Dickinson. Kev seems to be on a win-one-lose-one and since he lost his earlier match Lee was a bit dubious and that he should be as his dad beat him 3-1. The last match of the evening was between Rick Woods and Rob Scrupps. Both were scoring pretty evenly and it was all on the doubles and it was Rick who came through the winner by a 3-0 result.

JOHN SMITH’S CHALLENGE LEAGUE

The challenge league was interesting with all six matches ending up 3-0. The first match took place between Darren Bierley and Tina Willicombe. A bit of a scrappy game and it was who got the doubles first and it was Tina to take her fourth win. Dale Broughton took on Diane Jenkins next and Di had her chances at the doubles but Dale held on for the 3-0 win. An all-women encounter took place next between Suzy Watson and Louise Charalambou. Louise had her chances at doubles but couldn’t hit the red bit and Suzy could. Another all-women encounter was next, this time between Emma Grant and Sharon Butler. Emma struggled to get going while Sharon was hitting 60s and tons and finished well to take a good three points and the highest average of the whole league 15.49 of the night. A surprise loss was for Pete Johnson as he played Phil Hunt and Pete just couldn’t hit his doubles and Phil did. The last game of the night saw mother and son play. Angie Upsall and Adam Kemp fought it out and Adam just wouldn’t let his mum in and hit his doubles to take the three points.

Round-up for week ending November 14

BOSTON STANDARD PREMIER DIVISION

With only six games scheduled on the night, it was going to be a quick programme. To start it off, though, there was a seven-legger involving Deb Royal and Mark Simpson. After going backwards and forwards, everything was level at 3-3. The last leg could have been either player’s. It should have been Mark’s as he struggled to finish on 8, allowing Deb to come through to check out on 83 to take the win by a 4-3 margin. The next game saw Dave Hasnip take on Derek Johnson. Dave stormed ahead. Derek did have a chance to take the second leg but couldn’t finish, So Dave walked away a 4-0 winner. Mark Simpson was then back to the oche, this time facing Redvers Dickinson. And although Mark went 3-0 up, Redvers did get a consolation point by checking out on 132 in three darts for the highest checkout of the night but mark finished on double 1 to take the match 4-1. The two bottom people faced each other next with both Elaine Corke and Rob Cade looking for there first win. Both evenly matched and both struggled on doubles but it was Elaine who walked away with her first win winning 4-1. Martyn Palmer then took on Kev Lenton next and Kev struggled to get going to get down near a finish so Martyn walked away with the four points and the highest average of the night of 26.36. The last game of the night saw Harry Lee walk off the oche saying he started like a horse but finished up like a donkey as he managed to get two legs as Bob Mountain won 4-2.

LINCS RACING CHAMPIONSHIP

First to the oche were Pete Grooby and Nathan Richardson. Nathan stormed ahead in the first leg checking out on 72 in three darts while Pete was left back on 238. Leg two saw Pete come back, this time leaving Nathan on 91 when he finished on tops. Nathan then went ahead and took the next two legs to take the win 3-1 with the highest average of the night of 18.94. Next to the oche was Doug Lillington and Daniel Flynn. After four legs it was neck and neck and in the last leg, Doug just scored the better and finished on 32 in two darts to take the win 3-2. Kev Dickinson took on Jimmy Birtwhistle in the next game. Again this game went all the way and in the last leg Kev hit a 140 and went on to win the leg and the game 3-2. A re-arranged game between Rob Scrupps and Daniel Flynn took place next and both were evenly matched .Rob went ahead by two legs as Daniel was struggling to finish but did manage to grab a leg only for Rob to come back and win the match 3-1, also hitting a 180. Dennis Turner played next trying to get himself of the bottom of the table took on Rick Woods. Both struggled on doubles but Rick walked of the victor winning 3-1. James Beeson took on Lee Dickinson next and this game went all the way with the last leg going to Lee as he finished on 10 in two. The last game saw Dick Taylor take on Rob Scrupps. Rob took the first leg but then struggled on doubles and Dick came through to win 3-1.

JOHN SMITH’S CHALLENGE LEAGUE

The Challenge League started with a game between Dale Broughton and Susie Watson. Susie had a chance in the second leg to level the match but Dale the stronger player walked away with a 3-0 win with the highest average of the night 14.73. Angie Upsall took on Darren Bierley. Darren was scoring the better in the first leg and finished on 14 in 1 to lead. The 2nd and 3rd leg both players struggled to finish but Angie pulled through to win the match 2-1. Next to the oche were Tina Willicombe and Emma Grant. Both struggled to get going and some loose darts at doubles let Tina walk of with her third win of 2-1. Pete Johnson was looking to keep moving up the table and that he did as in his first game he took on Adam Kemp. Pete took the first two legs but struggled to finish of the third as Adam nipped in to grab a consolation point. In Petes second game he took on Darren Bierley. Pete took the first two legs leaving Darren trailing behind and in the last leg Darren had the chance to pick up a consolation point but couldn’t find the red bit and Pete took the leg to win three points and to move up to joint second in the table. The last game saw Diane Jenkins take on her better half Phil Hunt. Again in this game Diane went ahead by two legs and struggled in the last leg to hit the red bit as Phil did and took a consolation point.

No round-ups for weeks ending October 24, 31 or November 7

Round-up for week ending October 10

BOSTON STANDARD PREMIER DIVISION

The first game of the night saw Tony holland trying to save his unbeaten run and for Rob Cade to secure his first win. Rob had chances in the first and last leg to take the double but Tony just the stronger took the win 4-0. Martyn Palmer took on Bob Mountain in the next game and Martyn had some super darts as he polished of a 15, 14 18,16 dart legs, but Bob did get a consolation point. With that 4-1 win Martyn got the highest average of the night 29.63 and a maximum was scored too. The next game on was between Kev Lenton and Tony Buckle. After 4 legs even with Tony hitting an maximum they were neck and neck. The 5th leg Kev ran away alittle and finished on 55 in two while Tony was back on 169. Tony had the chance to level again but couldn’t finish of tops or 20 so Kev finished on tops in 1 to win the game 4-2. Dave Hasnip took on Deb Royal next, again this game after 4 legs went neck and neck and Deb hitting a 180 in leg 3. Both scoring well in the next leg Dave just edging in front and got to the finish first to lead the game 3-1. Dave started well in leg 6 hitting a maximum then a ton back to back but he then hit a 28 to let Deb catch up. Deb left herself tops but Dave checked out on 25 to take the win 4-2. Rob Cade returned to the oche for his game against Tony Hillyard. Rob had one chance at taking a leg but just couldn’t finish as Tony took the win 4-0. Both Martyn Palmer and Deb Royal were up to the oche next in an re-arranged game. Deb had chances to finish off a couple of legs but struggled on doubles and Martyn just that bit stronger took the win 4-0. A player who seems to be finding his form again is Derek Johnson as he managed to make it three weeks in a row for a win as he beat Elaine Corke 4-2. Tony Holland was back to the oche this time against Ady Parker. Tony ran away with the first two legs leaving Ady behind in treble figures. The third leg Ady had a chance of finishing on 14 but couldn’t hit the double and Tony took out 24 in two darts to go 3-0 up. Ady then had a cracking leg checking out on 32 in one dart while Tony was back on 181. Ady then carried this momentum on and took the next leg, but the sixth leg saw Tony polish of a 15 dart leg finishing on 78 in three to take the win 4-2. A good eight points for Tony.

LINCS RACING CHAMPIONSHIP

First up to the oche were Rick Woods and Pedro Silva. Double trouble was in both players tonight and it was Pedro who took the three points but Rick did walk of with a consolation point. Daniel Flynn took on Jimmy Birtwhistle next and Daniel getting to the finish first and checking out straight away to win 3-0. Dick Taylor managed to level up this match after two legs but just struggled to keep with James as the latter took the next two legs to win 3-1. A cracking game was on the oche next between Doug Lillington and Dennis Turner. Doug ran away with the first leg as he checked out on 36 in 1 while Dennis sat back on 230. Dennis tried to come back in the second leg as he hit two tons and had the chance to check out on 65 but scored 27 to leave 38 but Doug finished on 56 in two darts to go 2-0 up. The third leg Doug again ran away with the leg as he hit a 121 a ton forty and a ton back to back and checked out on 12 in one dart to win the game 3-0, and also got the highest average of 21.47 of the night. Dick Taylor was back to the oche for his second game this time against Pete Grooby. After everything was all square after four legs the deciding leg Pete hit two tons and checked out on 66 in 3 darts to take the win 3-2. Nathan Richardson struggled to finish i his game against Kev Dickinson. Nathan did mange one point but Kev walked of the victor as he claimed 3 points and the highest checkout of 115. James Beeson was back to the oche this time against Bob Birtwhistle. The first two legs went either way but Bob then struggled as James took the next two legs to win 3-1. The last game of the night was between George Harness and Rob Scrupps. George must be the most unlucky player at the moment as he has just not been able to secure the last leg to win and as so with this week’s game as Rob walked off with the win 3-2. Unlucky George.

JOHN SMITHS CHALLENGE LEAGUE

The challenge league started with Emma Grant struggling to finish against Pete Johnson and Pete got 3 points to move up the table. Dale Broughton was up to the oche to play Adam Kemp next. Dale who is unbeaten remained unbeaten but Adam did manage a consolation point. Dale had the highest average of the night with a 16.61. The surprise of the night was between Louise Charalambou and Darren Bierley. This game was all about who got the finish first as both had good scores and both had rubbish scores. the last two legs came down to the mad house which must have seemed to take ages, but it was Louise who came out the with three points. Angie Upsall took on Phil Hunt in the next game and double trouble seemed to be everybody’s problems as Angie only managed to get one consolation point as Phil won 2-1. The last game of the night was an all-women encounter between Diane Jenkins and Tina Willicombe. Tina fought hard and has chances to finish two legs but struggled and Diane came through to win all three points.

NOTE: Just to remind players that there are no darts this week (October 17) to avoid a clash with the Old Leake finals night. If anyone wants to postpone games in Divisions One and Two, after October 24, they should contact Graham Sharp at BSC on (01205) 369018.

Round-up for week ending October 3

BOSTON STANDARD PREMIER DIVISION

The first game of the night was a cracking game and produced the best average since 2005. The player that got the average of 31.31 was Jamie Robson and he played some outstanding darts against Kev Lenton. Jamie hit a maximum and managed to only use 64 arrows to secure the 4-0 win. Next to the oche was Ady Parker and Tony Hillyard. Ady was scoring better and finished well in the first and second leg. Tony came back to level the match 2-2. Tony then upped a notch and finished the next two legs to take the win 4-2. Another cracking game followed next between Dave Hasnip and Martyn Palmer. Martyn hit a 140 and a maximum in the first leg to ease him to take the double. Dave came back to level. Martyn then started leg three with another maximum and followed up with two tons and checked out on tops in two while Dave was back on 112. Martyn again started with a ton and another maximum in the fourth to go 3-0 up. Dave had the chance to go to two legs but he couldn’t finish and Martyn finished on tops in one dart to take the win 4-1. Deb Royal faced Darren Butler in the next match. Darren managed to keep with Deb but Deb just the better on the doubles came of the 4-0 winner. Last week’s birthday boy Harry Lee took on Elaine Corke. Harry started his leg off with a 180 then hit an 11, which, luckily for Harry, Elaine wasn’t up to her form and managed to finish the first leg to lead. Harry then started to struggle on his doubles but managed to come of the oche a 4-1 winner. Kev Lenton returned to the oche to face Tony Holland. This game went one way then other for the first four legs to be all level, then the fourth leg was the best both scoring well and Tony finishing the leg on 15 darts to lead. The last leg Tony set of well and got to the finish first, Kev put in some good scores but Tony finished on 18 in one dart to keep his unbeaten run. Mark Simpson took on Tony Buckle. Tony struggled to keep with Mark and Mark ran out a 4-0 winner also getting the highest checkout of the night with a 103. The dreaded seven-legger always looms each week and here it was again with Derek Johnson and Redvers Dickinson the culprits. When it was all square at 3 all the last leg could have been anyone’s but Derek finished on tops in three darts to add another win to the table.

LINCS RACING CHAMPIONSHIP

A re-arranged game started the night’s action with Rick Woods playing Doug Lillington. It was the first five-legger of the night. The last leg Rick struggled to finish on tops and left 14 but he didn’t have a go at taking it out as Doug took out 36 in two darts. Well done Doug as he also got the top checkout of 86 and the highest average of the night 19.37. The next game saw a big welcome for Dick Taylor who wasn’t able to start the season due to illness welcome back Dick. Dick faced Pedro Silva. Dick started well as he took the first two legs. Pedro then came back in the next two legs to level. Pedro hit a ton forty at the end of leg 5 and left himself 67 while Dick was back on 163. Pedro came of the winner as he took out 67 in 3 darts. Pete Grooby took on Kev Dickinson next. Kev really struggled on his doubles in the first and second leg giving Pete the lead. the third leg Pete hit some good scores and finished the leg on 48 in two darts to win 3-0. Doug Lillington returned to the oche this time playing Bob Birtwhistle. Doug started of well hitting a ton and a 125 to go well in the lead and take the first leg. Bob missed his chance to level as he missed double 8 and Doug took out another leg. The third leg Doug scored the better and after having 11 darts at the double he walked away with 3 points. Another five legger came next between Dennis Turner and George Harness. Dennis took the first and second leg for George to come back to level. George had the chance to check out on 80 but couldn’t hit tops and Dennis hit 44 in two darts to win 3-2. George was back to the oche after a break for the last game of the night against Bob Birtwhistle. Another 5 leg game. The last leg was the best as both hit good scores and again George had the chance to check out on tops but split it and Bob checked out on 59 in three darts to take the win 3-2.

Will players please note number 15 is not a bye the place has been taken by James Beeson.

JOHN SMITHS CHALLENGE LEAGUE

The challenge league started with Dale Broughton and Darren Bierley. Darren had his chances of winning this game as he got down to the doubles but cold only walk away with 1 point as Dale won 2-1. An all women encounter took place at the oche next between Suzy Watson and Tina Willicombe. This game was all about who could get the double first and after two legs it was all-square. The last leg saw Suzy just pull ahead and finished to win 2-1. Another all-female encounter was next this time Diane Jenkins and Angie Upsall. The first leg both had numerous chances to finish but Angie held on to lead. The second leg Di came back with some good scoring and checking out on 32 in 2 while Angie was back on 249. The deciding leg Angie had some good scores and after leaving 22 missed her first three arrows at the double but came back with the next 2 to take it out and win 2-1. Phil Hunt and Adam Kemp fought it out next and Adam stormed ahead in the first and second leg to win 2-1. An uprising woman and another year older as she hits the big 40 Sharon Butler played Pete Johnson in her first game. Sharon really dominated this match and Pete only had a chance at the double in the first leg but Sharon came away with winning all 3 legs and the highest average of the night 18.32. Sharon’s second game she played Darren Bierley. Darren had his chances at the doubles but the pressure got to him as Sharon came away with all 3 legs again to make it a good night for the birthday girl walking away with 6 points in total which shot her to joint first in the league. Happy birthday, Sharon! The surprise of the night came from Louise Charalambou as she took on Emma Grant. This was abit of a scrappy game both having chances at the doubles but as Emma proved drinking and darting do not mix as Louise had a much deserved win of 2-1. The last game of the night was between Angie Upsall and Suzy Watson. Both throwing some good scores in and both down to doubles, but Suzy held to finish of winning 2-1.

Round-up for week ending September 26

BOSTON STANDARD PREMIER DIVISION

A full night of fixtures for the Premier league a total of eleven games, starting with co-inhabitants Debra Royal and Graham Sharp who met on the oche for the only seven-legger of the night there always has to be one! Graham took the first two legs, Deb pulled the third one back finishing on 36 in two darts, but Deb struggled to finish as she had 9 darts at double four and Graham came in to steal to go 3-1 up. This seemed to spur Deb on as she then took the next three legs to win 4-3. Tony Hillyard then faced Mark Simpson. Mark steamed ahead and took the first two legs. Tony came back to level the match. Leg five Mark hit 4 tons but struggled to finish of the leg as Tony hit the double bed first to go into the lead again. The last leg Tony just had the better scoring and finished on 58 in two darts to win the match 4-2 while Mark was back on 214. The player to be watching this year is Jamie Robson as he had two good cracking games tonight his first opponent was Ady Parker. Jamie hit an maximum in the first leg and finished of the leg on 32. The second leg Ady had the chance to level but couldn’t finish and Jamie took out 71 in three darts to go 2 up. The next two legs Ady just couldn’t keep up with Jamie as he was scoring well and finished well to win 4-0 with an average of 27.83. Jamie’s second game against Rob Cade was even better than his first as he checked out on a massive 160 to take the first leg. Jamie really dominated this match as he took the next three legs not giving Rob a chance to get close to the double, this match was that good that Jamie managed to beat his earlier average of 27.83 with an 27.88 which is joint highest with Tony Holland. Well done Jamie. Harry Lee celebrated turning 79 by hitting two maximums in his game against Tony Buckle. Tony took the first leg but Harry showed his years of experience by pulling of a 4-2. Tony Hillyard was back to the oche this time facing Kev Lenton. Tony took the first leg hitting 20 in one while Kev sat back on 130. The start of the second leg and Tony hit a 180 but towards the end of the leg struggled to finish but held of as Kev got down to the double. Tony hit two tons and a 133 to finish on 46 in two to go 3 up. The fourth leg Kev struggled to get going hitting two 26’s back to back. Tony just missed out on a 80 finish but when he came back he took out 5 in two darts to win 4-0. One player that seems to struggle is Derek Johnson but as he took on Tony Buckle he seemed to find his form to pick of his first win of the season gaining four points and Tony claiming 2 consolation points, well done Derek.

The birthday boy Harry Lee was back in action this time against promoted player Redvers Dickinson. Redvers really had a good game at scoring but when it came down to the doubles he could only find two of them. Harry winning 4-2, a good night for points for Harry Lee. Elaine Corke took on Bob Mountain at the oche next and Bob outscoring Elaine most of the time struggled on doubles. Elaine managed to get two points out of this match as Bob won 4-2. Rob Cade returned to the oche this time meeting Darren Butler. Darren had his chances in the first leg but couldn’t finish as Rob went 1 up. Darren managed to check out on 74 in three to level up. Darren then just outscored Rob in the next leg and checked out straight away on 30 in one to lead. Rob came back in in leg four as Darren had six darts at tops and failed to hit the red bit. The fifth leg could have been anyones but it was Darren who finished on 32 in 2 to go back into the lead. The sixth leg Darren upped his pace abit as he hit a ton forty and a ton to win the leg and the match 4-2. The last game of a long and tiring night was Graham Sharp and Bob Mountain. Graham won the first leg and seemed to back out of the next two as Bob went into the lead. Graham then hit a 21, 14,and a 15 dart leg to take the win 4-2

LINCS RACING CHAMPIONSHIP

A better night’s fixtures this week compared to last week. First to the oche was Pete Grooby and Doug Lillington and the game was marked by the good looking one Woody. Doug ran away with the first two legs leaving Pete behind, then Pete seemed to find his form to level the match. The last leg Pete struggled to make a difference to his finishing and Doug checked of 36 in three darts to take the win 3-1. Lee Dickinson the player to watch was up next against Rob Scrupps. Scruppy took the first leg and Lee took the next hitting a ton to leave 60 and taking 60 out in three darts to level the match. This seemed to spur Lee on as he then went on to win 3-1. Next to the oche was James Beeson and Pete Grooby. James took the first leg while leaving Pete back on 158. The second leg James just outscoring Pete and checking out on 32 in two darts. The third leg Pete had three darts at tops but just couldn’t get the double and James finished on 89 in 2 darts to take the win 3-0. James had the highest checkout of 89 of the night. Doug Lillington was then back to face another opponent this time Nathan Richardson. Nathan stormed ahead in the first leg checking out on 50 in three darts while Doug laid back on 219. The second leg Doug managed to level and then go on to lead the match 2-1 when Nathan was left back on 213. Nathan then had some good darts and checked out on 60 while Doug was back on 184. The fifth and final leg could have gone either way both struggled on the finish but Nathan came through and took the win 3-1. The next game saw Kev Dickinson come from 2-0 down to win 3-2 as Pedro struggled to finish. Daniel Flynn and Dennis Turner struggled on in there game as both struggled when it came down to the doubles but Daniel took the win 3-1. The last game of the night saw both Nathan Ricahrdson and Daniel Flynn return to the oche for a re-arranged game. Nathan stormed into the lead by 2 legs when Daniel got a consolation point. Nathan then went on to take the next leg to win 3-1 with the highest average of 20.04 a good night for Nathan.

JOHN SMITHS CHALLENGE LEAGUE

The challenge league started with Adam Kemp taking on Diane Jenkins, a pretty evenly matched game both scoring both struggling on finishing but Di came of the oche a 2-1 winner. Dale Broughton seems to be the player to stop this season and Emma Grant tried her darts at having a go but Emma had chances at doubles but only managed to take a consolation point as Dale won 2-1. Pete Johnson then took on Louise Charalambou. Pete walked away with the first two legs leaving Louise behind on 152, and 180 when he finished, the third leg Louise had a go at the double but just couldn’t hit the red bit and Pete finished of on 20 in 2 darts to take the win 3-0 with the top checkout 72 and highest average of 18.78 of the night. Phil Hunt then had a go at trying to stop Dale Broughton, but Dale just the stronger came of the oche winning 3-0 a good night for Dale. Back to the oche was Adam Kemp and Emma Grant. Both had loose darts and both had good scores but Adam only walking of with a consolation point as Emma won 2-1. The last game of the night saw Tina Willicombe play Sharon Butler. Tina had her chances in all three legs to finish but Sharon did finish all three legs to win 3-0. A big thank you goes to Daniel Flynn for sponsoring the ladies division.

Round-up for week ending September 19

BOSTON STANDARD PREMIER DIVISION

Starting this week’s fixtures were Ady Parker and Rob Cade. Ady started the stronger of the two in the first two legs. Rob had the chance to finish of leg three but double trouble and Ady nipped in to go 3-0 up. The last leg Ady dominated and didn’t give Rob a chance to get down to the double, so a good 4-0 win for Ady. The next game was between Redvers Dickinson and Bob Mountain. Bob started well in leg one as he hit two tons, Redvers did have a chance to finish but nerves must of set in as Bob finished on 18 in one to lead. The second leg saw Bob take of another two tons and finished on 8 in two while Redvers was still on 166. The same again in leg three. Bob just got to the double first finishing on 32 in two darts. In leg four Redvers seemed to come back hitting two tons and a 123 but just could not finish. Unlucky Redvers well done Bob for the win 4-0. Martyn Palmer took on Darren Butler in the next match. Darren started the better hitting 3 tons and a ton forty to be down to a double after 15 darts but struggled to finish and Martyn sneaked in to lead. Darren again started the better hitting 3 tons and also checking out on 20 in two to level. Martyn got his form back for leg 3 as he hit a ton and a ton forty and finished on 96 in three darts to lead once again. Darren wasn’t giving up though and succeeded to level again after a 17-dart leg. Both struggled on the finishing in leg five but Martyn did finish to lead 3-2. Martyn then ran away with the last leg to take the win 4-2. The next match saw Dave Hasnip take on Elaine Corke. Dave started well in leg one and finished a 18 dart leg on a 111 checkout. The next three legs Dave just outscored Elaine and got to the double to win 4-0. Last year’s winner Tony Holland took on Derek Johnson. Tony left Derek behind alot in this match Derek did however get a consolation point but it was Tony who ran out a 4-1 winner with legs of 17, 17, 17, 18, 19 darts with an average of 27.88 highest of the night and the only player to hit a maximum. Debra Royal’s campaign to the season started next with the first of two games, one against Redvers Dickinson. Both didn’t scoring heavily and any leg could have been anyone’s but Deb reigned to take the win 4-0, finishing on 128 in three darts in the last leg. Tony Holland was then back to the oche, this time against Mark Simpson. The first leg could have been anyone’s but Tony came out the winner to lead. Tony had a 15-dart leg next and checked out on 101 while Mark was back on 171. The third leg went again to Tony but Mark fought back in leg 4 to take a consolation point, but this didn’t upset Tony as he strolled on to take the win 4-1. The last game of the night was Debra Royal and Elaine Corke. Deb didn’t give Elaine much chance to get down to the double as Deb hit some good scores at the right time coming out a 4-0 winner. A good night for Deb.

LINCS RACING CHAMPIONSHIP

There were only four games in Lincs racing tonight due to other commitments. First up was Rick Woods and Kev Dickinson. Both evenly matched it was just who got the double first and in this game it was Rick coming of with the three points but Kev did manage to get a consolation point. Next up was Dennis Turner and Lee Dickinson. Lee seems to be the player to watch this year as he left Dennis behind and finished all three legs of straight away well done Lee with an average of 21.16 the highest of the night. Next up to the oche was Pedro Silva and James Beeson. This was a match that potentially could have gone all five legs as both scoring evenly and double trouble from both but Pedro came out the winner 3-1. The last game saw Rob Scrupps and Jimmy Birtwhistle fight it out. Nothing really to shout about in this game just who got the double first and it was Rob who had the luck winning 3-0.

JOHN SMITHS CHALLENGE LEAGUE

The challenge league started with an all women encounter against Sharon Butler and Angie Upsall. Sharon dominated this game as Angie struggled to get going. Sharon checked out on a 110 finish to lead then took the next two legs also taking the win 3-0. Dale Broughton took on Louise Charalambou next. Dale just the stronger and came of a 3-0 winner. The next match could have gone either way between Suzy Watson and Adam Kemp, both good scoring but both struggled on doubles and it was Adam who came of the 2-1 winner. Another match that could have gone either way was between Diane Jenkins and Darren Bierley both struggling at the doubles but it was Diane who came of a 3-0 winner. Phil Hunt took on Emma Grant next. Emma had a good first leg checking out on 101 in three darts and managed to secure the second leg but went to pots in the third as Phil took a consolation point. Pete Johnson took on Tina Willicombe in the next match, and Tina managed to keep with Pete but both struggled on finishing and unlucky for Tina and good for Pete saw Pete finish all legs to come out a 3-0 winner. Emma Grant and Angie Upsall were back in action for the last match. Both scoring reasonably well but both ended up in the mad house and after both heads were spinning Angie got the double to lead. Leg two Emma scoring better although she did have some loose darts nearly hit a 147 checkout hitting treble 20, treble 17 and leaving 36 just missed the double. Next time around, though, and Emma sealed the second leg with two darts. The last leg both struggled to have some good scores both ended up on tops and Angie just got there coming out a 2-1 winner.

Round-up for week ending September 12

BOSTON STANDARD PREMIER DIVISION

Starting the Premier Division this week were Tony Buckle and Bob Mountain. Bob had the better game although Tony had his chances to take the match but Bob came out the winner winning 4-2. Next to the oche starting his campaign of the season was Graham Sharp against Martyn Palmer. This was an exceptional game, both players scoring high. Martyn hit three tons and two 60s to take the first leg on tops. Graham then came back to take the next leg. The third leg saw Martyn hit two 140s and check out on 62 in three darts while Graham was left back on 184. The fourth leg again some high scoring darts with Martyn hitting a ton, 140 and 122 to leave 32 which he took out next dart. Graham needed to get back into the game, which he did well by hitting a superb 174 and a ton to then finish on 70 in three darts to pull a leg back but Graham couldn’t keep it up and Martyn came out the winner winning 4-2. A total of 24 ton-pluses was recorded in this game well done lads. Martyn also got the highest average of 27.37 of the night. Kev Lenton played Rob Cade next. Both were steady scoring nothing impressive it was just who got to the double first and in this game Rob got 1 and Kev got 4. Graham Sharp was back to the oche for his second game against Darren Butler. Darren went ahead in this game hitting two tons and a ton forty to finish on 4 in 2 darts. That woke Graham up as he took the next 4 legs to win checking out on a 104 in one leg and also hitting a maximum. Redvers Dickinson promoted from the championship started his campaign tonight against Dave Hasnip. Both scoring evenly Redvers having chances but Dave just the better picking of a 4-1 win. Darren Butler then faced his second opponent against Ady Parker. Darren had seemed to have worn himself out in his earlier game against Graham Sharp. The first 3 legs Darren couldn’t get near the doubles. Darren did have a chance in the fourth leg but struggled to get the arrow in the red bit and Ady came through to win 4-0. The next game saw Jamie Robson take on Mark Simpson. Mark started the better checking out on 110 in the first leg to take the lead. Jamie took the next 2 legs to lead. Jamie struggled to finish in leg 4 and Mark nipped in to level the match. Jamie started the better in leg 5 checking out on 20 in 1 while Mark was back on 165. Mark started well in leg 6 but the nerves got the better of him as he struggled to finish on tops as Jamie checked out on 45 in two darts. Mark also beat Grahams previous high checkout by 6. As always, the dreaded seven-legger of darts always appears and it seems at the moment to be Tony Hillyard that is involved, this time against Derek Johnson. A backwards and forwards game but ending up all square on 3-3 with Tony hitting a 180 and losing that leg down to the doubles. The last leg Tony just scored the better and checked out on tops in 2 darts to win 4-3.

LINCS RACING CHAMPIONSHIP

To get things started for the championship league were Lee Dickinson and Bob Birtwhistle. Lee walked away with the first leg as he finished on tops in two while Bob was left back on 146. The second and third leg both struggled to finish of the game but it was Lee who was superior as he won 3-0. Next up was newcomer James Beeson and Rick Woods. This game went all five legs with Rick sticking in a couple of high scores to finish on 4 in one dart while James was left on 112 so Rick won 3-2. Bob Birtwhistle took on newly promoted Daniel Flynn again this game went backwards and forwards to be all square.The last leg both was playing well until Daniel hit a 180 to put the pressure on Bob and that he did as Daniel took the win 3-2. The next game was between Pete Grooby and George Harness. George struggled to get going as Pete checked out on 12 in 3 to secure the first leg while George was left on 76. But that didn’t seem to face our George as he scored well in the next leg and finished on 20. The third leg Pete hit 2 tons and checked out on 97 while George was left on 115. The next leg both struggled and both couldn’t finish of but Pete came through to win 3-1 with the highest average of 19.25 and highest checkout of 97. The last game of the night was between the “Japanese sniper” Jimmy Birtwhistle and Dennis Turner. Dennis struggled in the first leg as he was left on 187 when Jimmy checked out on tops. Dennis came back though in the second to level. Dennis again the same as the first struggled as he was left this time on 170 when Jimmy checked on tops again. The 4th leg Dennis had chances to level the match but loose darts at the doubles meant Jimmy sneaked in to take the win 3-1. One of the byes has been taken number 15 is now James Beeson.

JOHN SMITHS CHALLENGE LEAGUE

The challenge league started with newcomer Dale Broughton playing Pete Johnson. Both had good games. Dale took the first leg on 20 with one dart while Pete was left back on 123. Pete had a chance to level in the 2nd leg but could not finish and Dale took the leg. The third leg saw both start well but Dale hit a 96 to leave 56 while Pete was on 99 and after 3 more arrows Dale sealed the win 3-0 with the highest average of the night 19.02. The next game on was between Louise Charalambou and Phil Hunt. Not a lot to say about this game both had good darts both had loose darts but it was all level after the 2nd leg as Louise hit a 140 in this leg and Phil struggled to keep up with Louise hitting 8 in one dart. But Phil scored better in the last leg and took the win 2-1. Diane Jenkins took on Emma Grant next. Both started well but struggled to finish the first leg and it was Di who finished on double 1 to take the lead. Emma had a better leg next scoring quite well and finishing on 12 in 1 while Di was left on 175. The third leg saw Emma have some good scores again and finished on tops to take her first win 2-1. Next up was Darren Bierley against Suzy Watson. This match could have gone either way as both struggled on doubles and it was Suzy who took the win 2-1. A welcome back player Sharon Butler played next and her opponent was Adam Kemp. Both had chances for the first leg but it was Adam who finished. Adam started well in the next as he hit a ton but Sharon came back into the leg when she hit a 120 and finished of the leg on 20 in three darts. The third leg was really anybody’s, both scoring well but Adam just pipped Sharon to the finish taking the win 2-1. The last game of the night was between Angie Upsall and Tina Willicombe. Tina was defeated even before she played this match saying Angie was going to beat her. But in this game it just goes to show you shouldn’t count your chickens before they’re hatched as Tina beat Angie 2-1. Please note Andy Holland has dropped out of the challenge league but Sharon Butler has rejoined and has taken his spot.