Let’s get one thing straight. The dartboard doesn’t care who you are, it only cares how you throw. And women in darts? They’re not just keeping up, they’re setting the pace. Take Rebecca Brouse, for example. The Lincolnshire sharpshooter started out tossing darts at her local pub at 18, but it wasn’t until her 2018 county call-up that she went from casual to deadly serious. Now? She’s not just playing the game, she’s owning it. 

When did you first think ‘Ah yes, I’ll dedicate my life to narrowly missing treble 20’?

Nothing in particular inspired me to play darts, I just fell into it after working at my local pub and finding myself throwing darts whenever there was no one to serve.

Okay, be honest, what’s your favorite part of darts? What gives you the biggest rush, nailing a 180 or hearing the crowd lose it when you do?

What I love most about darts is the atmosphere and the incredible variety of people I’ve met. I’ve been lucky enough to travel across Europe playing, turning strangers into lifelong friends along the way.

What’s the one darting moment that made you think ‘Damn, maybe I’m good at this’?

I don’t have just one proud moment, I’ve accomplished so many things in darts that make me proud.

At what point did casual pub throws become a full-blown darting addiction?

My competitive darts journey began when a friend organizing a Lincolnshire charity event invited me to a local tournament. I instantly fell in love with the competition. That spark took me from pub matches to national contest and eventually onto the full WDF European tour.

As a woman turning pro, what surprised you most about the jump to higher-level darts?

The biggest challenge in transitioning from amateur to professional is managing expectations and maintaining consistent performance at that higher level. Since competing more regularly on the WDF circuit, I’ve achieved certain rankings, but finding the time to participate in enough tournaments to maintain those rankings has been really challenging.

What’s the most ridiculous ‘because you’re a girl’ moment you’ve had in darts?

One unique challenge I’ve faced as a woman in darts involves tournament setups. At some events, we’re relegated to separate rooms, often tucked away in small, cold spaces away from the main action. This treatment makes it clear, organizers prioritize men’s darts while treating women’s competitions as an afterthought.

How often do you hear ‘But darts is for men!’ and what’s your favorite way to destroy that argument?

I’ve been fortunate to avoid negative comments about darts being a ‘men’s sport.’ The rising standard of women’s play has clearly helped push the sport toward greater inclusivity.

On a scale of ‘separate rooms’ to ‘equal pay’, how far has women’s darts actually come?

To some extent, I do believe women have equal opportunities in competitive darts. While the standard is higher in open competitions, there are no barriers preventing women from entering at that level. The PDC also supports a dedicated women’s tournament structure alongside these open events.

Name one female darts player. Now name five male ones. Yeah, that’s the problem. Men’s darts: prime time. Women’s darts:… does anyone even know when it’s on?

Women’s darts absolutely deserves more media coverage. It’s telling that when I talk to people outside the sport, they can name multiple male players but struggle to recall even one female competitor. This visibility gap speaks volumes.

Why does a guy get celebrated for a lucky bounce-out, while women need NASA-level precision just for basic respect? Do you think women are held to higher standards to prove themselves in darts?

Yes, women absolutely face higher standards in darts. With far less exposure than the men’s game, we’re forced to perform at exceptional levels just to prove we belong at the oche.

Top 3 things women’s darts needs yesterday: bigger prizes, less patronizing commentary, and…?

For women’s darts to progress, we need genuine promotion, not just token opportunities. While the creation of the Women’s ADC on Modus was a step forward, the support often felt obligatory rather than enthusiastic. We deserve more than just being streamed, we need accessible archives. It’s telling that our live-streamed matches weren’t even available to rewatch for over a year. The PDC must invest in proper coverage that treats women’s darts as worthy of preservation, not just live filler.

Future dart queens, listen up! What advice would you give to young girls wanting to play darts?

Dream big, practice daily and believe in yourself!

Darts? Savage. Trash talk? Legendary. Blocking speed? Olympic-level. If you like your tungsten with a side of sass, Rebecca’s socials are your new happy place. Hit follow, no regrets.

Facebook: facebook.com/rebecca.brouse.9 – For 180s and life lessons
Instagram: instagram.com/2291rb – Precision with personality

Rebecca, thank you for bringing your fire, your truth and your unshakable passion to the table. Your story isn’t just inspiring, it’s a wake-up call. Every dart you throw cracks the stereotype a little wider, proving this sport isn’t about gender, it’s about grit, guts and refusing to back down. You’re not just playing the game, you’re rewriting the rules. Keep slaying.