The dartboards are buzzing across the region as league leaders solidify their positions and fierce battles unfold for championship titles. Nick Fullwell continues his impressive reign at the top of the Amblecote RBL Premier League, extending his lead with a series of commanding wins. Meanwhile, Highwood, Banbury Club, Langle Pints, John Frost, Cross, Quarry Bank Liberal Club, Evonne Taylor, Staffordshire Knot, Junction ‘B’, Bell, and Bostin Darts ‘B’ are all demonstrating strong leadership in their respective leagues. The Brierley Hill Monday Night League is a thrilling four-way race, and knockout competitions have seen new champions crowned, including A. Cullen & K. Heath in the South West Birmingham Mixed Doubles and Old Liberal Club in the Silver End Shadow League Cup. Read on for a comprehensive breakdown of all the action, key results, and standout performances!
Sheldon and District Darts Winter League: Intense Battles and Top Form
Premier League: Highwood Holds On, Challengers Close In
- Highwood maintains top spot with 24 points after a narrow 5-4 home win over Mackadown Sports and Social Club.
- Langley Arrows are hot on their heels, just four points behind with two games in hand after a dominant 8-1 victory at Brian’s Flights.
- Sheldon Marlborough Arrows lost ground in the title race, falling 5-4 away despite impressive 100 finishes from Paul Brown and Terry Webster.
- Lewis Franklin of Smithswood Social Club recorded an exceptional eight-dart game, showcasing remarkable skill.
Division One: Banbury Club and RAFA Arrows Neck and Neck
- Banbury Club leads with 22 points, but RAFA Arrows, with an 8-1 home win and a brilliant eight-dart game from Dave Reid, have drawn level on points with a game in hand, moving into second place.
- Trident Spears dropped to third, two points behind the top two.
Division Two: Langle Pints Dominates, Shirley Misfits Climbs
- Langle Pints boasts an incredible record of thirteen wins from fourteen games, including an 8-1 victory this week.
- Shirley Misfits moved into second place with a 5-4 win, pushing CBMC-A to third in a tight race where four teams (Shirley Misfits, CBMC-A, Hollywood Social Club, and Maggies) are all on 20 points, with Maggies having games in hand.
South West Birmingham: Mixed Doubles Crowned
The Mixed Doubles knockout saw a fantastic turnout, with entries doubling from last year to twenty-four pairs. The champions are A. Cullen and K. Heath, who triumphed over K. Bedder and L. Manger in a competitive final.
Sutton and District League: Oscott Social Club Rises
In a rearranged Division Two match, Oscott Social Club secured a decisive 7-2 home win against Misfits @ Holly Lane Sports and Social Club. This victory propelled Oscott Social Club up three places to seventh, while their opponents remain at the very bottom of the table with just a single point.
Heartlands Sugardarts M&E Co Double Top League: Frost Maintains Lead
After eight weeks of intense competition, John Frost leads the field with 37 points from fifteen games, including two 3-0 wins this week. He is closely followed by Steve Cain (36 points with a game in hand) and Ryan Cain (35 points), who recorded a 12-dart game. The top five are tightly packed, promising an exciting season finish.
Stourbridge and District Monday Night League: Cross Stays Perfect
Cross continues its flawless run with five straight wins, including a dominant 6-1 victory at Fox Inn (Lye), keeping them at the top of the table. They are just ahead of joint second-placed Bird in Hand and Old Liberal Club, who also secured 6-1 victories. Five Ways is the only other undefeated team in the league, showcasing strong competition with a close 4-3 win.
Netherton Thursday Night 501 League: Cup Dominance and League Action
League Cup Semi-Finals (First Leg)
- Old Liberal Club established a commanding 9-0 lead against Townsend, taking a significant advantage into the second leg.
- Dudley Ex Serviceman’s Club ‘A’ secured a strong 7-2 win over Haden Cross, featuring a notable maximum (180) from Phil Tonks.
Rearranged League Fixtures
- Bulls Head won a thrilling 5-4 match against Dudley Ex Serviceman’s Club ‘B’, with Grant Jackson hitting two maximums (180s) and Paul Nicholls also scoring one for the opposition. This win moved Bulls Head up to fourth place.
- Furnace clinched a 5-4 victory at Rose and Crown, marking their second win in eight games and moving them up to tenth place.
Sedgley and Gornal Tuesday Night League: Quarry Bank Liberal Club Extends Lead
League leaders Quarry Bank Liberal Club continue their exceptional form with 25 wins from 26 games, holding a four-point advantage over second-placed Red Cow ‘1’. Quarry Bank secured a 7-2 win, while Red Cow ‘1’ delivered a resounding 9-0 whitewash against Red Lion. Netherton Sports and Social Club is in third place after an 8-1 win.
Silver End Sunday Morning League: Old Liberal Club Claims Shadow League Cup
The Shadow League Cup Final saw fourth-placed Old Liberal Club defeat twelfth-placed Spring Meadow 5-2, proving their cup mettle and adherence to league form.
Brierley Hill Monday Night League: Four-Way Title Scramble
This league is a nail-biter with just two points separating the top four teams after the majority have completed twenty-three games:
- Dudley Ex Serviceman’s Club ‘A’ leads with 40 points after an emphatic 8-1 win.
- Bridge is also on 40 points with a game in hand, securing second place with a 7-2 win.
- Lamp Tavern (38 points) and Raven (38 points) complete the top four, with Raven missing a chance to draw level after a 5-4 away defeat.
Stourbridge and District Wednesday Night League: Singles Knockout Begins
The first round of the Singles Knockout saw several talented players advance to round two, setting the stage for an exciting tournament. Qualifiers included J. Churchill, A. Marson, S. Tipper, D. Hadlington, N. Fullwell, D. Haden, K. Aspinall, A. Smith, W. Green, S. Hill, A. Nicholls, G. Marson, M. Porter, K. Taylor, C. March, and C. Pickett.
Black Country Ladies Super League: ‘B’ Team Narrows the Gap
In a crucial week nineteen match, Allen’s Bar ‘B’ defeated leaders Allen’s Bar ‘A’ 3-2, reducing the ‘A’ team’s lead to just three points. Further down the table, Allen’s Bar ‘D’ moved off the bottom by beating Allen’s Bar ‘C’ 3-2, with the ‘C’ side now at the foot of the table.
Black Country Men’s Super League: Allen’s Bar ‘A’ Still Strong
Despite a 3-2 away loss to Northfield Darts Club, Allen’s Bar ‘A’ maintains its substantial lead with 108 points from thirty games. Dudley Ex Serviceman’s Club jumped to second place with 95 points after a dominant 5-0 win, pushing Quarry Bank Liberal Club (94 points) to third in a tight race.
West Midlands Ladies Super League: Evonne Taylor Takes Top Spot
Evonne Taylor has surged to the top of the league with 101 points after securing two strong wins (3-0 and 3-1) this week. Former leader Jacqueline Maiden is now four points behind but has two games in hand, promising a thrilling battle for the title. Third-placed Gemma Barrett suffered a 3-0 defeat.
West Midlands Men’s Super League: Staffordshire Knot Leads a Close Pack
After seven games, Staffordshire Knot holds a narrow lead with 30 points, following a 4-1 home win. They are closely pursued by Dog and Partridge (29 points) after a 5-0 win, Kings Head (27 points), and Dudley Ex Serviceman’s Club (24 points), setting up a highly competitive season.
Rowley Monday Night League: Unbeaten Streaks Continue
Division One: Bell and Gate Hangs Well Untouched
- Former champions Bell lead Division One, with B. Gillies hitting a maximum (180) in their latest 6-3 win.
- Gate Hangs Well also remains undefeated, securing a perfect eight points with a 7-2 home victory.
- Other notable mentions include 180s from T. Dore and A. Bonehill, and impressive 160 breaks from G. Locke and A. Bennett.
Division Two: Bostin Darts ‘B’ at the Helm
- Bostin Darts ‘B’ leads Division Two on average after a 5-4 home win.
- Double Tops Micro Bar and Bostin Darts ‘C’ are close behind, all maintaining undefeated records.
- J. Bland recorded a 160 break for Shelter.
Amblecote RBL Premier League: Fullwell Extends Dominance
Nick Fullwell continues his impressive run, solidifying his pole position with 116 points from seventeen games after securing three significant wins (4-3, 7-0, 4-3). He holds an eight-point lead over Jason Lowe, who is in second with 108 points from fifteen games after a 7-0 whitewash. Spike Green holds third place with 101 points, despite an earlier loss to Fullwell, bouncing back with a 4-3 win.
Gilbert’s Bar Monday Night Singles League: Pritchard and Quinton Lead Divisions
Division One: Simon Pritchard Commands
Simon Pritchard leads Division One comfortably with 75 points after a 6-2 win. Chris Manolia is in second with 57 points, having played two fewer games.
Division Two: Neville Quinton Stays Ahead Despite Loss
Despite a 5-3 defeat, Neville Quinton remains top of Division Two with 58 points, five points ahead of joint second-placed Michele Pritchard and Dean Showell, who both secured strong wins this week.
Wolverhampton Tuesday Night League: Junction ‘B’ and Golden Lion ‘A’ Lead the Way
Singles League: Junction ‘B’ Untouchable
Junction ‘B’ holds the top spot in the Singles League after a strong 6-1 victory against local rivals Junction ‘D’, maintaining a four-point lead over second-placed Dog and Partridge ‘B’.
Doubles League: Golden Lion ‘A’ on Top in Tight Race
Just two points separate the top four teams in the Doubles League. Golden Lion ‘A’ leads with 42 points after a 3-0 win. Junction ‘B’, Gilbert’s Bar ‘B’, and New Gate Inn are all tied on 40 points, promising a thrilling conclusion to the season.
Source: Based on an article from Darts World Magazine.
