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Frequently  ASKED  QUESTIONS

Prospective Player FAQ
Q: How can I learn more about Emerald City Darting Organization (ECDO)?
A: Read our About page which tells you about the league.


Q: How can I join the league?
A: You can contact the league’s Membership Secretary or any board memberBoard Members if you’d like to join the league. The Membership Secretary can match you to a team looking for additional players, or help you find a bar if you’ve already formed a four to six player team.  If you’re ready to sign up a complete team, you’ll need to either complete our Signup form or sign up using our downloadable signup sheet.

You could also join the league as a substitute player.  See our Sub List and then contact our Membership Secretary.
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Take a look at our About page for more information about joining the league or our league rules for information about player fees and bar sponsor fees.

Q: Do you have any tournaments open to the public?
A: Yes, typically there are weekly shoots that are open to the public as well as a few yearly league-sponsored tournaments which are open to the public. Check out our calendar for dates and review recent announcements.


Q: Where can I find a bar in Seattle that has steel tip dart boards?
A: Check our Pub List which lists local venues, their address and phone numbers. You can also check out DartBars.com.


Q: Where can I buy darts and dart accessories around Seattle?
A: Big 5 Sporting Goods and ABC Billiards both sell darts. Big 5 has a dozen or more stores in the greater Seattle area. ABC Billiards also sells dart boards, throw lines and other accessories. They offer a discount to ECDO members. Another advantage of ABC Billiards is that they’ll let you try out various darts sets and can offer advice.


You’ll also find lots of dart retailer web sites. Ask other ECDO members which web sites they typically use.


Current Player FAQ

Q. When I’m chalking an ’01 game, should I write the score remaining on the inner column or the outer column?
A. Write the remaining score on the inner column. With both players’ scores listed on the inner column, it will be easier for the players and spectators to see the scores.

Q: What are the official distances and dimensions for a throwing area?
A: The details are listed below.
  1. Distance from center of bull’s-eye to floor is 5′ 8″.
  2. Distance from FACE OF DART BOARD (plumbed down to floor) out to the HOCKEY LINE is 7′ 9 1/4″.
  3. Distance from CENTER OF CORK to HOCKEY LINE (direct) is 9′ 7 3/8″.
  4. Minimum distance from HOCKEY LINE backwards to edge of mat or carpet (where player stands to throw) is 2′.
  5. Minimum width of mat or carpet (from where player stands to throw to the dart board) is 2′.
  6. Minimum distance between center of corks on adjacent dart boards is 6′.
  7. Minimum total width of playing area is 6′.
  8. Minimum distance from center of cork to a side wall is 3′.

Q: What do I do if I disagree with a decision made by the Competition Secretary?
A: You may email the board or bring up the issue at the next board meeting. Should the board agree with you, the decision may be overturned.
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Q: What do I do if I want to see the bylaws changed?
A: First, read the bylaws carefully. Second, ask someone on the board why the particular clause in the bylaws is worded the way it is

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  • Join
  • NEWS
  • LEAGUE PLAY
    • SINGLES >
      • Advanced Singles League >
        • 2023 Spring >
          • Season Standings 2023 Spring
          • 2023 Cumulative Standings
        • 2023 Winter >
          • Season Standings 2022/2023 Winter
          • 2022/2023 Cumulative Standings
        • 2022 Late Summer/Fall >
          • Season Standings 2022 Late Summer/Fall
        • 2022 Cumulative Standings
        • ADO INFO & Playoff Program
        • 2023 ADO INFO & Playoff Program
      • ONLINE SINGLES AA - Q2
      • ONLINE SINGLES A - Q2
      • ONLINE SINGLES B - Q2
    • DOUBLES >
      • 2022 SUMMER DOUBLES
      • Q2 - ONLINE DOUBLES A
      • Q2 ONLINE DOUBLES B
    • TEAM 2023 Winter/Spring >
      • Premier Division
      • Champions Division
      • League One Division
      • Captain's Team Registration and Meeting info
      • Free Agents (Subs)
    • League Rules & Bylaws
    • League Forms & Score Sheets
  • Events
    • 1st Annual ECDO Memorial
    • Weekly Blind Draws
    • Annual Winter Shoot & Awards Banquet >
      • 2022 / 2023 Annual Winter Shoot & Awards Banquet
      • 2020 Winter Shoot & Awards Banquet
    • 2022 Emerald City Classic >
      • 2019 ECC Results
      • 2018 Results
      • 2017 Results
  • Participating Pubs
    • The George & Dragon
    • Kate's Pub
    • Molly Maguires
    • Peace of Mind Brewing
    • Pub at Piper's Creek
    • Tarasco
    • The Hidden Door >
      • 2nd Annual Hidden Door Invitational
    • Hooverville Bar
    • The Old County Bar
    • The Old Pequliar
    • Three Lions Pub Redmond
    • Triple R Brewing
    • Senior Sergio Mexican Grill
    • St. Andrews Bar & Grill
  • Store
    • Apparel
    • Darts
    • Equipment >
      • Dart Boards
      • ECDO Custom Surround
      • Tablet Holder (Flat)
      • Tablet Holder (Hooked)
    • Membership and Sponsor
    • Team Sponsor Fee
  • About
    • History of the ECDO >
      • Bullsheet #1
    • Board Members
    • ECDO Members
  • Archive
    • TEAM 2022 Fall >
      • Premier Division
      • Champions Division
      • League One Division
      • Captain's Team Registration and Meeting info
      • Free Agents (Subs)
    • 2022 ASL Spring Season >
      • 2022 SUMMER DOUBLES
      • ASL Spring Season Standings
      • 2021 ASL Winter Season Competed >
        • ASL Winter Season Standings
    • 2021 ASL Fall Season Standings
    • 2021 Q4 A League Division Champs
    • 2021 Q4 Division Singles Tournament
    • 2021 ONLINE Q2 DOUBLES A - Q2
  • Upcoming Events
    • Event Calendar
  • FAQ
  • Minutes
  • Tournament Forms & Score Sheets