Hail Mary
The expression for when the third dart miraculously lands in a high triple, while the first two darts scored embarrassingly low. It refers to the Hail Mary prayer the player undoubtedly whispered under their breath right before launching that third dart.
Happy Meal
A score of 69. Ah, the infamous soixante-neuf, a number that needs no introduction, yet somehow always gets one. Darts players, in their infinite wisdom, decided to call this particular score a “Happy Meal.” Now, let’s be real: the cheeky folks who came up with that term were definitely thinking of a “Happy Ending,” but Kirk Bevins, the legendary darts caller, probably thought, So, instead of going down that road, they settled on McDonald’s kid’s meal, the one that comes with a toy. And in this case? Well, let’s just say the “toy” is… uh, never mind. You get the idea.
Harley Davidson
Brace yourself, because soon you’ll have a dartboard on your wall so fantastic, it’ll leave all your visitors gawking in awe. Just remember, no one’s allowed to throw any darts at this masterpiece. Harley Davidson, the legendary American brand known for their roaring motorcycles since 1903, has taken the leap into the world of darts. Over the years, Harley Davidson has become more than just a brand, it’s a way of life. Their marketing and merchandising game is top-notch. It’s unbelievable what Harley brings to the market. Besides their iconic motorcycle gear, they’ve got leisure wear, coffee mugs, toys, Christmas decorations and even a Harley Davidson snowman on their website. And guess what? Harley Davidson has launched their own line of dart equipment too! These dartboards are not only visually stunning, available in the signature Harley “flame” colors or classic black and white, but they’re also perfect for any man cave. With the original Harley Davidson logo or a menacing skull, they’re true showpieces. But wait, there’s more! Harley Davidson offers a whole line of dart accessories, including their own darts. Vroom vroom!
Hattrick
Hitting the double bullseye three times in a single turn, scoring a whopping 150 points, is one of the rarest and most impressive feats in darts. This legendary achievement was dubbed the “Alan Evans Shot” by the iconic BBC commentator Sid Waddell, named after the famous Welsh darts player Alan Evans, who was known for pulling off this incredible move. Evans was the most famous darts player before Eric Bristow came along and this shot was his signature party trick. Imagine this, you’re standing at the oche, cool as a cucumber and BAM, you nail the double bullseye. Then you do it again. And again. Three times in a row. It’s like hitting three holes-in-one in darts, except instead of a golf clap, you get a room full of jaws hitting the floor. The Alan Evans Shot isn’t just a display of skill, it’s a flex. It’s the darting equivalent of walking into a room wearing sunglasses and a leather jacket while slow-motion explosions happen behind you. And if you manage to pull it off, you’ll forever be the hero of your local pub (or at least the person everyone buys a drink for). So, the next time you’re aiming for the bullseye, channel your inner Alan Evans. Who knows? You might just make history or at least give Sid Waddell something to shout about from the great commentary box in the sky.
“He doesn’t want it”
He doesn’t want it!, the iconic chant that instantly makes us think of Ally Pally (Alexandra Palace, for the uninitiated). It’s what the crowd loves to yell when one or both players are having an absolute meltdown trying to finish a leg. Picture this, two dart players, sweating bullets, missing doubles like it’s their job and the crowd gleefully roasting them with a chorus of He doesn’t want it! It’s like the darts version of a reality show where the audience gets to play armchair psychologist and declare, ‘This guy’s clearly not ready for the spotlight.’