The game of darts dated back hundreds of years ago and rumour had it that the sport originally began as a contest between bored warriors during respites from battle. The soldiers hurled short throwing spears into the upturned ends of wine barrels. As their competition progressed, a more critically marked target became necessary, which led to the use of a slice of a tree as a target. The natural rings of the tree proved perfect for scoring purposes.
The winter forced the sport indoors, and shorter darts and basic indoor rules were adopted. In 1908, a decision was made by the Magistrates in Leeds, England, which effectively ensured the eventual popularity of darts as a sport.
The Darts Section has been around in SRC for some time. With many social and competitive outings, these help the darters hone their skilsl to compete in various competitions like the SRC International Inter-Club Invitational Darts Tournament.
The Darts Section is also affiliated to the Singapore Darts Association and is among the top five teams in the Premier Division of the SDA league. Among our darters is 3-time National Champion Chng Chee Poh.
Convenor: Mr Desmond Chua
Upcoming Event
8th SRC Inter-Club Invitational Darts Tournament 2009
For more information about joining the Darts Section,
please contact James Lee at 6595-0526 or email at
james.sports@src.org.sg
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