Target Darts - Junior Darts Series rules and event information
ABOUT
RULES AND EVENT INFO
EVENT REGISTRATION
EVENT DETAILS
The Target Junior Darts Series travels across the UK, with five ranking events hosted by leading junior academies before the top players advance to a high-stakes finals event.
• Coventry — 29 March 2026
• Berwick-Upon-Tweed — 26 April 2026
• Stowmarket — 20 June 2026
• Southampton — 15 August 2026
• Nottingham (Mansfield) — 6 September 2026
• Finals Day — 24 October 2026
RULES & REGULATIONS
Eligibility
• Players must be 7–18 years old on January 1st of the tournament year.
• Incorrect age entry will result in disqualification and forfeited results.
• Qualifier events may require players to still be under 18 for future tournaments.
Dress Code
Players must wear:
• A darts or polo shirt
• Plain trousers
• Dark shoes
Football shirts and any offensive or inappropriate clothing are not allowed.
Event Registration
• Registration deadlines will be shown on each event page.
• Players must register before the cut-off time.
• No refunds for late arrivals or no-shows.
Parental Support
All under-18 players must have a parent or guardian in the venue at all times.
Player Responsibilities
• Players must know their match times and board assignments.
• After being called three times, players have 5 minutes to arrive before the match is forfeited.
• For help, speak to the Tournament Director or an identifiable Target Darts staff member.
Match Results
The winning player must report the score immediately, even if electronic scoring is used.
Alcohol & Conduct
• Zero-tolerance alcohol policy for all junior players.
• Breaches lead to immediate disqualification.
• Players must show respect, professionalism, and good sportsmanship at all times.
Scoring & Formats
Scoring may be manual or electronic.
Event formats vary—details are provided on each event page or via
targetjds@targetdarts.com
Prize Money
Prize money is paid within 14 days.
Players are responsible for providing accurate PayPal details.
Marking Duties
Players may be required to mark or score matches.
Failure to do so may affect eligibility for future events.
Our Commitment
Target Darts is dedicated to fair play, inclusivity, and supporting the growth of young players on and off the oche.

