Over the past few days, I’ve been trying something different with my practice.A game I created myself where I 'race' 20 bots around the board. Each of us has to hit 30 darts at each target before we’re allowed to move on to the next number. It sounds simple, but in reality it demands a level of consistency and focus that standard 501 practice sometimes doesn’t.
The early part of each round is usually a bit chaotic. Whenever I move to a new number, my darts start off quite wild as I try to adjust. But the interesting thing is what happens after those first few minutes is the grouping tightens, the rhythm settles, and suddenly I’m throwing with control again. It’s actually teaching me to settle quicker and trust my throw instead of forcing it.
Later on I played a match, and although I was still slightly on the wild side, there was definitely more control creeping in. Small steps, but steps in the right direction. At this point, any movement away from the inconsistency I’ve had recently feels like genuine progress.
Of course, the real test comes tomorrow at the Under 55 Average Tournament. That’s where everything gets exposed like the mind, the nerves, the grip, the mechanics. And if I’m honest, my biggest weakness lately hasn’t been scoring; it’s been doubles. They’ve cost me matches I should have won.
So between now and tomorrow, I’ll be spending a bit of crucial time on finishing. I’d rather be clinical on doubles than hit big scores.Finishing wins matches, not ton-40s with no end product. If I can combine the improved grouping from my bot game with sharper doubles, I might just feel a bit more settled on the oche.
Small improvements, but noticeable ones. Hopefully the corner is starting to turn.
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