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Looking to play darts in the SVDA?
Here’s what you need to know:

What do I need to get started?

  • SVDA accepts registrations of teams with 4-6 players.
  • The league holds a meet & greet signup each season for anyone looking for a team.
  • Individual players can also join existing teams during an in-progress season.

When?

  • Wednesday nights.
  • Games start at 7:30 PM each week.
  • Each season runs for 10 weeks plus 2 weeks for postseason events.
  • Winter season runs January-April.
  • Summer season runs May-August.
  • Fall season runs August-December.

Location?

  • Choose your team’s home bar at registration.
  • Half your games will be at ‘home’.
  • The other half will be ‘away’ at other SVDA venues around Sacramento Valley.

What Games are played?

  • SVDA teams play different games depending on the division.  All games are scored on DartConnect, so the tablet does the math.
  • A Division: 501 & Cricket
  • B Division: 501, Burma Road, Cricket
  • C Division: 501, Burma Road, Cricket
  • Rec Division: 501/Cricket, Burma Road, 301

What division should I play in if I am new to darts?

  • Truly new players looking to get into the game should start in the C Division.  It is generally accepted as the most fun division and great for newcomers.
  • If you have played before just reach out and we can help you find the best division.

What does it cost to play on a team in the SVDA?

  • Each player must pay $40 per season to participate, this works out to between $3-$4 per week.
  • The venue sponsorship for the season is $50 for the team.

OK, I’m in! What do I do next?