Teenage Darts Sensation Archie Self has sent shockwaves through the darting world, achieving astonishingly high averages on the PDC Development Tour. At just 16 years old, Self’s performances, including a remarkable 111.33 average, have surpassed even those of established PDC Tour Card holders, firmly marking him as a future star to watch in professional darts.
The **PDC Development Tour** is a crucial proving ground for aspiring young darts players, offering them a platform to hone their skills and compete for a place on the professional circuit. It’s where future champions are discovered, and the recent events (Development Tour 16-20) saw one young talent truly stand out.
Archie Self’s Unbelievable Consistency
English prodigy Archie Self, at the tender age of 16, delivered a performance that left seasoned observers speechless. He recorded not one, but two of the highest averages across multiple events, demonstrating incredible accuracy and scoring power. His peak performance saw him hit a **staggering 111.33 average** in a match during Development Tour 18 (Round of 256). To put this into perspective, consistently hitting averages over 100 is the hallmark of elite professional players.
Outshining Established Tour Card Holders
What makes Self’s achievement even more remarkable is that his averages were higher than those posted by some players who already hold a coveted **PDC Tour Card**. These cards grant players access to the highest level of professional darts, including major tournaments. During the same series of events, Self’s averages outstripped those of:
- **Charlie Manby**, a PDC Tour Card holder, who achieved a 103.39 average.
- **Adam Gawlas**, another PDC Tour Card holder and a well-known name in the sport, whose highest was 102.21.
This means that a 16-year-old amateur, competing on the development circuit, was playing at a level superior to established professionals in individual matches. This is a clear indicator of immense potential.
Top High Averages from Development Tour 16-20
Here’s a snapshot of the top performances, showcasing Archie Self’s dominance:
- **111.33** 🏴 Archie Self – DT18 R256
- **105.47** 🇹🇷 Kaya Baysal – DT18 R256
- **104.79** 🇧🇪 Jenson Remory – DT17 R16
- **104.15** 🏴 Archie Self – DT16 R256
- **103.66** 🇩🇪 Leon Weber – DT18 R128
- **103.39** 🏴 Charlie Manby – DT18 R128 (PDC Tour Card Holder)
- **102.21** 🇨🇿 Adam Gawlas – DT19 SF (PDC Tour Card Holder)
Archie Self’s extraordinary display on the PDC Development Tour firmly establishes him as one of the most exciting young prospects in darts. His ability to consistently produce world-class averages at such a young age suggests a very bright future ahead, and fans will undoubtedly be eager to follow his journey to the sport’s highest echelons.
Source: Based on an article from News – Dartsnieuws.com.
