Scoring in darts simply isn't easy. The theory part? You’ll get the hang of it quickly—especially with Dartschool’s handy guide “Darts Scoring Made Easy” 😉.
But let’s be honest: nothing beats real match experience. Because only by scoring actual games do you truly learn to catch mistakes, calculate faster, and stay cool under pressure.
“But how do I practice that? I can’t just walk into a tournament and start keeping score…”
Yes, you can! Thanks to DartCounter, you can follow live matches and score along—from the comfort of your own home. It’s not only practical, it’s also one of the best ways to build your real-world scoring skills.
Here’s how it works:
- Open DartCounter (via app or website).
- In the menu, click on “Online Tournaments”.
- Go to the “Live” tab.
- Pick a match and start scoring along!
Most matches require players to use a camera setup, so you’ll have a clear view of the action. And here’s the bonus: the scores are called out by John McDonald (yes, that John McDonald!), which means you’re also training your ears as you practice.
Two tips to get even more out of it:
1. Choose higher-level matches now and then
Some matches show the estimated average of the players. Try following a match with a 70+ average: the numbers are bigger, and that means better mental math practice.
2. Play with the audio
Leave the audio on to train your listening and correction reflexes. Prefer to focus silently? Mute the sound and check your results against the scoreboard after each leg. That way, you can switch things up and keep your training sharp.
Why this exercise really works
Scoring isn’t just about knowing the rules—it’s about experience. By scoring along with live matches:
- You build up your calculation speed
- You get used to real-time pressure
- And you gain confidence behind the scoreboard
So next time you’re debating between Netflix and a bit of training… check out what’s live on DartCounter.
Want to improve even faster? Check out our e-books and workshops at dartschool.co.uk and take your darts scoring to the next level.
Find more tips at https://www.dartschool.be/en/tips-en/
