Okotoks 501 is structured as a collection of "leagues", round robin format to determine league placing(s) and the completion of the regular season. 

Preference to play in-person; Meet at one of Okotoks’ or Calgary's fine establishments; Big Beaver, RFG, Hubtown, Elks, Railyard – online or at home is ok too, as long as agreed between opponents. 

The top X* from each league will progress to single elimination knock-out, to determine an overall "Season" winner.  

*Post season progression may vary season to season, dependent on player count. 

All players will be assigned game(s) per game week ("GW") - minimum one game per week.  If required due to player count, players may have a "double" week, with two games to play.  In VERY rare circumstances, there may be three games in a GW assigned.

All players will be assigned to a "league" before commencement of a season.  

• Player league assignments will be determined by a random draw - which may consist of either; an online number generator or physical 'names out of a hat'. 

• At the discretion of the organizer, players may be selected from different 'pots' to form an overall league.  This is to ensure a fair balance of abilities and avoid all of the (subjective) "best" players being placed together. 

The games:

• Regular season games will consist of a "best of 10" format

  • • Regular season games will end when the first of either occurs:

      • • • Either player wins 6 legs

          • Both players have won 5 legs

• Post-season games will be played to a winner 

  • "best of 11" or "first to 6" format unless otherwise advised.  

• 501, single in, double out is the only game played.   

• All games will "bull up" or "diddle for the middle" to determine who throws first in the first leg.

  • Subsequent legs will alternate between players to throw first.

  • "Bull up" in amateur format - strictly closest to the bull from one dart each unless agreed between players.

    • There is no requirement to follow PDC/DRA format of bull/25/outside.  

Scoring:

• Regular season games will be awarded points, based on the result of any given game:

  • • 3 points for a win

    • 1 point for a tie

    • 0 points for a loss

• Sum of all earned points for the regular season will determine final league position, and any progression to post-season games.

• In the event of two or more players are tied on points, league position will be determined (in order or priority) by: 

  • • Head-to-head 

    • Leg difference (number of legs won, less number of legs lost)

    • Most legs won

    • Whomever had the highest out recorded for the season

    • In the event players remain tied after application of all above tiebreakers, both players will play one single leg of 501, following all other rules as outlined for the regular season, with the winner of the leg being recorded as the higher league finish. 

Post-season games are played to a winner/elimination.

• Arrange a mutually convenient time & location, between you & your opponent.

  • • Contact information will be provided

• Games should be completed by the end of the assigned game week ("GW")

• Games MUST be completed by the end of the following game week

  • • Play ahead if convenient, to account for vacations, etc.

      • • Any games not completed by the end of the following game week will be recorded as a 0-0 "tie", with no High Out or 180s recorded for either player.

          • • Any repeat offenders of incomplete games may be prohibited from joining future season(s) at the discretion of the organizer. 

        • One "Free week" allowed between regular & post-season, to allow for catch up if needed

• Results of each game are to be provided to the organizer(s).  

  • • Results MUST include:

1. Overall Score (example, 5-5)

2. High Out for each player, for the game (example, player #1 with 40, player #2 with 86) 

3. 180 count for each player, for the game (example, player #1 with two 180s, player #2 with zero) 

• Player on the left side of the fixtures are ultimately responsible to provide to the organizer.

• No specific format required, as long as the information is included.  App (DartCounter, DartConnect, Russ Bray, etc) screenshots, handwritten, etc. are all ok!

{etiquette} 

1. Unresponsive. 

In the unlikely event your scheduled opponent is unresponsive (the "offending player"), please notify the organizer.  The player who notifies the organizer shall be known as the "reporter" 

• Ensure you have contacted your scheduled opponent(s) during "sociable hours" and have provided "reasonable time" for a response before notifying the organizer.

• Once notified: 

  • • The organizer will attempt to contact your opponent(s), on your behalf. 

    • If the organizer is also unable to contact your opponent(s) within "reasonable time", a decision will be made.

    • In all but the most "extreme circumstances", a 6-0 win will be awarded to the "reporter", however no additional perks (high out, 180s) can be awarded.

    • The "reporter" and "offending player shall be notified of any decision. 

    • Should "extreme circumstances" come to light after the above noted decision, the organizer may, at their discretion, modify the decision and permit the game to be played at a date outwith the designated game weeks.  

2. No Show

In the unlikely event your scheduled opponent fails to show (the "offending player") for a scheduled game within 30 minutes of the agreed start time, at the agreed location, please notify the organizer.  The player who notifies the organizer shall be known as the "reporter".

• • • Proof of an agreed start date/time is required (screenshots, etc as necessary)

    • In all but the most "extreme circumstances", a 6-0 win will be awarded to the "reporter", however no additional perks (high out, 180s) can be awarded.

    • The "reporter" and "offending player shall be notified of any decision. 

    • Should "extreme circumstances" come to light after the above noted decision, the organizer may, at their discretion, modify the decision and permit the game to be played at a date outwith the designated game weeks.  

3. Not Played

In the unlikely event that, despite communication, no suitable date/time is agreed upon - please notify the organizer. The player who notifies the organizer shall be known as the "reporter".

• Ensure you have considered delaying the game until a suitable time (and notifying organizer as required)

• Ensure you have proposed at least three dates/times your scheduled opponent(s) during "sociable hours" for consideration.

• Once notified: 

  • • The organizer will contact both players.

    • Organizers discretion applies. 

      • Additional time to play may be permitted. 

      • If delays are within a players control, a win may be awarded to their opponent.  

      • Should "extreme circumstances" apply, a draw/tie may be awarded.  Organizers discretion & decision is final. 

    • Both players shall be notified of any decision. 

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Any offenders of Unresponsive, Not Played or No Show may be prohibited from joining future season(s) at the discretion of the organizer.  Any repeat offenders of Unresponsive or No Show WILL be prohibited from participation in at least the season immediately following the season of offence(s).

"Sociable hours" are defined as any day, between the hours of 11:00 and 20:00 

"Reasonable time" is defined as a minimum of 24 hours and a maximum of 72 hours. 

"Extreme circumstances" include, but are not limited to: accident/severe illness/death in the family or urgent unforeseen/emergency travel 

• How do I register interest?

Email (link below), Facebook post reply (Okotoks Darts) or Facebook Messenger (Kev Barty) 

No players will be added after commencement of a season.

To register interest for a future season; comment on the Facebook page or contact the organizer

• What happens if I am unable to complete my assigned games?

While we appreciate life happens, a smooth 'flow' of games is a necessity for a league like this.

Immediately, the impacted players will be assigned a 0-0 "tie" result for their game, with no 180s or High Outs recorded.  This will likely impact overall league placement. 

Depending on circumstances, and at the sole discretion of the organizer, the player(s) involved may be prohibited from joining any subsequent seasons.

• Where can games be played?

There are no set rules for where a game can be played.  Preference is certainly to get out, see people, support local businesses, etc.  Venues* are listed on this site, but are not the only options.

Should both players agree to play elsewhere, this is permitted.  "Elsewhere" can truly be anywhere.

*Okotoks 501 & the organizer assume no liability for any hazard, physical or otherwise as a result of the venue or the game of darts. 

• What happens to my entry fee?

Entry fees will be retained by the organizer &/or appointed representative and used to cover associated costs of prizes and payouts as posted. Payouts may consist of cash or equivalent (gift card, purchase of a product on behalf of the winner, etc). 

• Where do prizes come from?

From time to time, sponsors may be sourced for a given season, or perpetually associated with Okotoks 501. Benefits to the sponsors &/or players will vary depending on the agreement.  Okotoks 501 endeavours to provide players with a mix of performance based prizes, and random draws.  

• How can I become a sponsor?

Sponsorship opportunities are available.  Please contact the organizer to discuss specifics.   

• Who is "the organizer"?

The long answer: Okotoks 501 is a democracy.  Suggestions for improvements, administration & otherwise are always welcome. 

The short answer: Okotoks: Kev Barty , UDSC: Todd Screpnek