Darts is a fun game. Many people enjoy it. Today, we will learn a special game. This game is called “51 by 5s Darts”. It is easy and fun.
What You Need
- A dartboard
- Three darts
- Players (at least two)
- A score sheet
Setting Up The Game
First, hang the dartboard. Make sure it is at the right height. The center of the board should be 5 feet 8 inches from the floor. The throwing line should be 7 feet 9.25 inches from the board.Basic Rules
In “51 by 5s Darts”, the goal is simple. You need to score exactly 51 points. But you can only score in multiples of 5. This means 5, 10, 15, and so on.How To Play
Here are the steps to play:- Each player takes turns.
- Each player throws three darts per turn.
- Add up the points from the three darts.
- If the total is a multiple of 5, write it down.
- If not, the player gets no points for that turn.
- The first player to reach 51 points wins.
Scoring
Let’s talk about scoring. Each section of the dartboard has points. The outer ring scores double points. The inner ring scores triple points. The bullseye scores the most. The outer bullseye scores 25 points. The inner bullseye scores 50 points.Section | Points |
---|---|
Outer ring | Double points |
Inner ring | Triple points |
Outer bullseye | 25 points |
Inner bullseye | 50 points |
Example Turn
Let’s look at an example turn: Player A throws three darts. The darts land on 5, 10, and 15. Add these points together. The total is 30. 30 is a multiple of 5. So, Player A scores 30 points for this turn.Strategy Tips
Here are some tips to help you win:- Aim for the triple 5 section. It gives you 15 points.
- Try to hit the outer bullseye. It gives you 25 points.
- If you have 45 points, aim for the single 5. This will get you to 50 points.
- Then, aim for the inner bullseye. This will give you 1 point more to win.