JDC Advanced Tour Weekend Preview (13th/14th June 2026)

 

The JDC Advanced Tour returns this weekend with another stacked field of emerging talent, and there is one name everyone will be looking at: Mitchell Lawrie.

Lawrie arrives as the clear form player after winning the last two Advanced Tour events, posting tournament averages of 96.78 and 92.62 respectively. His recent victories over players such as Jack Nankervis, Owen Bryceland and Jack Johnson underline just how difficult he will be to stop.

However, this is far from a one-man show.

Ben Townley continues to impress on the PDC Development Tour, recently reaching a semi-final with a superb 96.83 average and following it up with a strong Last 32 run against senior opposition.

Archie Self also arrives with momentum after a Development Tour semi-final and a 9W-1L recent record, while Kaya Baysal has been collecting titles across Europe and looks one of the most dangerous players in the draw.

Elsewhere, former Advanced Tour winners Jack Johnson and Owen Bryceland have both shown they can go deep in these events, while players such as Christian Ennis, Arthur Allston and Lewis Cook will fancy their chances of producing another big weekend.

With Development Tour experience, international youth success and recent JDC titles all represented in the field, this looks set to be one of the strongest Advanced Tour weekends of the season.

Six To Follow

Mitchell Lawrie

Back-to-back JDC Advanced Tour champion and the man everyone must beat.

Ben Townley

Development Tour performances suggest he is capable of winning this outright.

Archie Self

Nine wins from his last ten matches and improving rapidly.

Kaya Baysal

International title winner who keeps finding deep runs wherever he plays.

Jack Johnson

Already a JDC Advanced Tour winner this season and always dangerous.

Christian Ennis

Fresh from a semi-final run and looks ready for another breakthrough.

Future Stars of Darts: 9 Young Players Set to Shine

 With Gian van Veen retaining the World Youth Championship and the JDC holding it's World Championship currently,  it’s a great time to reflect on how important this tournament has become for shaping future stars. 

Since its current format began in 2011, winners like Michael Smith, Dimitri Van den Bergh, Josh Rock, Gian van Veen, and Luke Littler have all gone on to claim major TV titles and some big names have made finals including Nathan Aspinall and Michael van Gerwen This platform being used as a springboard to success.

Clearly, the youth system,alongside the Junior Darts Corporation (JDC) and Development Tour and provides a solid grounding for players aiming for the top. So, who might we be talking about in the next few years? Here are nine names to watch:

Archie Self (England)

Currently the JDC World No.1, Archie has dominated the Advanced Tour with multiple titles and finals appearances. He also won the WDF Boys’ World Championship and reached the senior England Open semi-finals at just 15. His scoring power and composure under pressure make him a standout prospect.

Jack Nankervis (England)

Jack burst onto the scene by winning six Foundation Tour events at age 12 and three Advanced Tour titles at 13. He’s already challenged Luke Littler in the MVG Masters final and posted a 101 average in the Winmau Junior Open. Expect him to be a Development Tour force very soon.

Tergel Khurelkhuu (Mongolia)

A trailblazer for Asian darts, Tergel topped the JDC Advanced Tour rankings and has produced mid-90 averages on big stages. His rapid rise and fearless approach suggest he could become a global ambassador for the sport.

Lex Paeshuyse (Belgium)

Lex made history as the youngest JDC World Champion at 13, averaging over 90 in the final. Belgium has produced stars like Dimitri Van den Bergh, and Lex looks ready to follow in those footsteps.

Owen Bryceland (Scotland)

At just 10 years old, Owen won the JDC Scotland Masters and is already drawing comparisons to Luke Littler. His natural talent and early success make him one to watch for the long term.

Jack Johnson (England)

Jack claimed the JDC Super 16 title in 2025, defeating Jayden Walker in a high-quality final. His ability to handle pressure and produce big finishes is impressive for his age.

Jayden Walker (England)

Runner-up in the Super 16, Jayden hit a 101 average and a 14-darter during the event. His scoring power and temperament suggest he’ll be a regular name on youth leaderboards.

Colton Dunn (CAN)

North America’s brightest youth talent, Colton topped the CDC Junior Evolution Tour and earned a spot at the JDC World Cup. His progress could help ignite darts in the U.S. market.

Rebecca Allen (England)

Female talent is also emerging strongly, and Rebecca Allen is leading the charge. She’s been making waves in JDC events and is tipped as a future star who could inspire more women and girls to take up the sport.