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Darts for Kids is the podcast that dives into the history of the game, the stories of the players, and the magic of the darts atmosphere. Hosted by Darren Rees, it’s the place where kids and families can discover the fun, excitement, and legends of darts made especially for young fans and their families.

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This show would not be possible without the amazing support of Target. Whether you are a pro on television or picking up darts for the very first time, they have everything you could ever need. Visit ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠www.target-darts.co.uk⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ It's Q&A time with the legendary Stephen Bunting! Let' go!!! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
This show would not be possible without the amazing support of Target. Whether you are a pro on television or picking up darts for the very first time, they have everything you could ever need. Visit ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠www.target-darts.co.uk⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ How did Danny Noppert become one of the coolest players in world darts… and what happens when β€œThe Freeze” faces the biggest moments of his career? In this exciting, family-friendly episode of Darts for Kids, we continue the incredible journey of Danny Noppert β€” from rising star to major champion. Perfect for car rides, bedtime listening, or young sports fans discovering darts, this episode is packed with drama, skill and inspiring moments. We head to the famous UK Open, often called the FA Cup of Darts, where Danny produced an unforgettable victory in a last-leg thriller to win his first major title. You’ll hear how he stayed calm under pressure, what makes this tournament so unpredictable, and why that win changed everything. But that’s just the beginning… From nine-dart magic and battling through illness, to reaching the top six in the world rankings, Danny’s story shows what can happen when focus, practice and belief come together. We also explore the person behind the player β€” his routines, his family life, and the mindset that makes him one of the most consistent stars in the sport. This is a story about staying calm, never giving up, and delivering when it matters most. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
This show would not be possible without the amazing support of Target. Whether you are a pro on television or picking up darts for the very first time, they have everything you could ever need. Visit ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠www.target-darts.co.uk⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Who is Danny Noppert… and how did a quiet lad from the Dutch countryside become one of the coolest players in world darts? In this fun, family-friendly episode of Darts for Kids, we begin the incredible story of β€œThe Freeze” – a player known for his calm nerves, clever technique, and ice-cold finishes under pressure. Perfect for car journeys, bedtime listening, or curious young sports fans, this episode brings darts to life in a way kids and grown-ups can enjoy together. We travel to the town of Joure in the Netherlands, uncover the hidden meaning behind Danny’s nickname, and discover how his Frisian roots shaped the player he is today. Along the way, we explore his unique throwing style, his rise through local leagues and European tournaments, and the moment he stepped onto the biggest stage of all – the PDC. Did you know Danny started darts later than most pros? Or that his unusual dart angle actually helps him score more? And what’s the surprising link between Danny Noppert and a World Cup footballer? This is a story about patience, practice, and staying calm when the pressure is on. Part 2 is where things go to another level… 🎯 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
This show would not be possible without the amazing support of Target. Whether you are a pro on television or picking up darts for the very first time, they have everything you could ever need. Visit ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠www.target-darts.co.uk⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Welcome back to Darts for Kids, the family friendly darts podcast where young fans and parents can discover the amazing stories behind the biggest players in the sport. In Part 2 of the Jonny Clayton story, host Darren Rees continues the incredible journey of the Welsh darts star known around the world as β€œThe Ferret.” After years balancing plastering work in Carmarthenshire with local league darts, Jonny Clayton finally took the leap into professional darts in 2015 at PDC Qualifying School, earning his PDC Tour Card at the age of 40. From that moment, the quiet competitor from the village of Pontyberem in South Wales stepped onto the toughest darts tour in the world. In this episode you’ll hear how Jonny fought his way through the PDC Pro Tour, qualified for major TV tournaments like the Grand Slam of Darts, and won his first PDC ranking title in 2017. The story builds all the way to his breakthrough on the biggest stages in darts, including Alexandra Palace, the Players Championship Finals, and the World Cup of Darts. You’ll also discover how Jonny Clayton helped Wales win the PDC World Cup of Darts, and how 2021 became the greatest season of his career, when he won multiple major titles including The Masters, the Premier League of Darts, the World Grand Prix and the World Series Finals. This inspiring sports podcast for kids and families tells the story of perseverance, belief and late success, showing how a player from a small Welsh village became one of the most respected names in professional darts and the PDC. Perfect for young darts fans, families who love sport, and kids looking for inspiring sporting stories. 🎯 Darts for Kids is a fun family sports podcast about darts, packed with amazing player stories, darting history and inspiration for the next generation of players. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
This show would not be possible without the amazing support of Target. Whether you are a pro on television or picking up darts for the very first time, they have everything you could ever need. Visit ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠www.target-darts.co.uk⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Darts for Kids Podcast: The Incredible Story of Jonny Clayton – Part 1 | The Ferret from Pontyberem 🎯 Before the bright lights of the PDC stage… before the roaring crowds… there was a small Welsh village and a young boy with a competitive spirit. In this episode of Darts for Kids, host Darren Rees takes families on the inspiring early journey of Jonny Clayton, one of the most exciting players in professional darts and the man known around the world as β€œThe Ferret.” You’ll travel to Pontyberem in South Wales, where Jonny grew up in a tight-knit community shaped by rugby, local sport and village life. Long before the darts trophies arrived, Jonny was a fearless scrum-half for Pontyberem RFC, diving into tackles and earning the nickname that would later echo around the biggest darts arenas. But his path to the oche wasn’t quick or easy. By day Jonny worked as a plasterer across Carmarthenshire, perfecting steady hands and patience. By night he played league darts in Welsh pubs and clubs, practising with his dad and slowly building a reputation as one of the best players on the Welsh circuit. This family friendly darts podcast for kids and parents explores how Jonny balanced work, sport and family life while climbing through county darts, eventually earning his first cap for Wales and competing in major tournaments like the WDF Europe Cup and the BDO World Masters. It’s a story about community, resilience, late bloomers and believing in your ability. Perfect for young darts fans, families who love sport, and kids who enjoy inspiring sporting stories. 🎯 Darts for Kids is a fun, educational sports podcast for children and families who love darts, competition and the incredible stories behind the players. Follow the podcast and join us next week for Part 2 of Jonny Clayton’s journey into the world of professional darts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
This show would not be possible without the amazing support of Target. Whether you are a pro on television or picking up darts for the very first time, they have everything you could ever need. Visit ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠www.target-darts.co.uk⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Welcome back to the Darts for Kids podcast with Darren Rees, the family-friendly darts podcast where kids and parents can discover the incredible stories behind the biggest stars in world darts. This episode is Part 2 of the amazing story of Gian van Veen, one of the most exciting young players in the PDC World Darts Championship era. Perfect for young darts fans, families, and anyone learning about the sport, this episode explores how Dutch darts star Gian van Veen rose from a small village in the Netherlands to become one of the top ranked players in professional darts. You’ll hear how Gian battled through dartitis, pressure, and setbacks, rebuilt his game, and stormed onto the PDC Challenge Tour and Development Tour, winning multiple titles and announcing himself as part of the next generation of world darts talent. We relive his incredible journey through the PDC World Youth Championship, his dramatic European Championship victory, and his explosive run at the PDC World Darts Championship at Alexandra Palace (Ally Pally) where he reached the world final against teenage sensation Luke Littler. Along the way you’ll hear about giant averages, 180 scoring power, dramatic checkouts including the legendary 170 β€œBig Fish”, and one magical moment every darts fan dreams of… a perfect nine-dart finish. But this story is about more than trophies. It’s about resilience, belief, and the remarkable meaning behind the name Gian. If you love darts podcasts for kids, family sports podcasts, inspiring sporting stories, and the excitement of the PDC world of darts, this episode is packed with drama, inspiration and darting history. 🎯 Darts for Kids – the family darts podcast bringing the sport to the next generation of fans Thanks to Target Darts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
This show would not be possible without the amazing support of Target. Whether you are a pro on television or picking up darts for the very first time, they have everything you could ever need. Visit ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠www.target-darts.co.uk⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Step into the incredible true story of Dutch darts sensation Gian van Veen in this inspiring episode of Darts for Kids with Darren Rees, powered by Target Darts. From growing up in the tiny village of Poederoijen in the Netherlands to becoming one of the sport’s most exciting young talents, Gian’s journey is anything but ordinary. Colourblind, he learned the dartboard through shapes and patterns instead of colours. Away from the oche, he balanced elite competition with a degree in aerospace engineering, even working in aviation logistics near Schiphol Airport. But his rise wasn’t smooth. Battling dartitis, confidence struggles, and the pressures of expectation, Gian rebuilt his game during the quiet isolation of the pandemic. This is Part 1 of a powerful story about resilience, mindset, and rediscovering belief β€” before the titles, before the big stages… when the foundation of a future star was forged. 🎯 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
This show would not be possible without the amazing support of Target. Whether you are a pro on television or picking up darts for the very first time, they have everything you could ever need. Visit ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠www.target-darts.co.uk⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Get ready for one of darts’ most exciting modern rivalries in this action-packed episode of Darts for Kids β€” Luke vs Luke. We dive into the incredible journeys of teenage sensation Luke Littler and former world champion Luke Humphries β€” from early tournaments and breakout moments to their epic World Championship battles. Discover how two different paths led to the very top of the sport, what makes their matches so thrilling, and why this friendly rivalry is inspiring a brand new generation of darts fans. Perfect for kids, families, and future arrowsmiths everywhere. 🎯 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
This show would not be possible without the amazing support of Target. Whether you are a pro on television or picking up darts for the very first time, they have everything you could ever need. Visit ⁠⁠⁠⁠www.target-darts.co.uk⁠⁠⁠⁠ In Part 2 of our Nathan Aspinall story on the Darts for Kids podcast, we follow β€œThe Asp” through the toughest, most defining chapter of his darts career. From regaining his PDC Tour Card at Q-School to surviving the brutal life of the ProTour, this episode charts how Nathan fought to stay among the world’s best. We relive his incredible 2019 breakthrough, including his unforgettable run to the World Championship semi-finals at Alexandra Palace and that iconic 170 checkout to win the UK Open title. But the story does not stop there. We explore his rise on the global stage, lifting the US Darts Masters in Las Vegas, reaching the Premier League Darts final, and cementing himself as one of the sport’s elite competitors. Then comes the ultimate test: injury, wrist problems, and the mental battle of dartitis. Challenges that would have ended many careers… but not his. Nathan’s comeback story includes major finals, relentless world travel, and one of the biggest nights of his life, winning the World Matchplay in Blackpool. This is a story about resilience, belief, and what happens when talent refuses to quit. Perfect for young darts fans, families, and anyone who loves inspiring sporting stories. Powered by Target Darts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
This show would not be possible without the amazing support of Target. Whether you are a pro on television or picking up darts for the very first time, they have everything you could ever need. Visit ⁠⁠⁠⁠www.target-darts.co.uk⁠⁠⁠⁠ What is PDC Q-School and how did Nathan Aspinall earn his Tour Card? Discover how β€œThe Asp” went from Stockport goalkeeper to professional darts star. From pub leagues and finance jobs to army training and Qualifying School pressure, this episode explores resilience, setbacks, and the moment belief changed everything in Aspinall’s rise. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
This show would not be possible without the amazing support of Target. Whether you are a pro on television or picking up darts for the very first time, they have everything you could ever need. Visit ⁠⁠⁠www.target-darts.co.uk⁠⁠⁠ Part 2 of 2: From big switches to bigger moments, this episode tells the incredible story of Gary Anderson, The Flying Scotsman. Discover why leaving the BDO changed everything, how pressure forged a champion, and why smooth scoring means nothing without icy doubles. From Wembley glory to world titles at Ally Pally, setbacks, comebacks, rivalries and resilience, this is a darts story about bravery, growth, and class that never fades. Perfect for kids, families, and sports fans who love real heroes and unforgettable moments. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
This show would not be possible without the amazing support of Target. Whether you are a pro on television or picking up darts for the very first time, they have everything you could ever need. Visit ⁠⁠www.target-darts.co.uk⁠⁠ Discover the inspiring true story of Gary Anderson, one of the greatest darts players in history, in this fun and educational Darts For Kids episode. Learn how a quiet lad from Musselburgh in Scotland went from throwing darts in local pubs to beating legends like Phil Taylor on the world stage. In Part 1, we explore Gary Anderson’s childhood, his working class roots, how he discovered darts in a small fishing town, and how he rose through local leagues to become a global darts superstar. Kids will hear about his smooth throwing style, his early big wins, and the moment he proved he belonged among the very best in the sport. Perfect for young darts fans, families and children who love sports stories, this episode is packed with motivation, humour and incredible facts about one of darts’ coolest champions. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
This show would not be possible without the brilliant people at: ⁠www.target-darts.co.uk The 2nd and final part of the audio story 'Mikey and the Magic Dartboard'. An audio story to help kids remember their doubles and trebles. Dartsforkidspodcast@gmail.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
This show would not be possible without the brilliant people at: www.target-darts.co.uk Dartsforkidspodcast@gmail.com Mikey loves darts. Loves them. Lives for them. There is just one tiny problem… the numbers keep wobbling. Is treble 11 thirty three or something else entirely? Why does double 12 suddenly make his brain go blank? Then, on a family holiday, Mikey finds a dartboard that is very much not normal. One throw sends him crashing into jungles filled with doubles, football stadiums bursting with elevens, beaches exploding with numbers and deserts where pyramids rise with every treble hit. Every dart unlocks a new world and every world makes the maths finally click. This Darts for Kids adventure teaches children exactly what doubles and trebles mean on a dartboard, helping young players learn dart scoring, numbers and confidence through story, imagination and a bit of magic. Because darts is not just about hitting the board. It is about understanding the numbers. 🎯 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
This show would not be possible without the amazing support of Target. Whether you are a pro on television or picking up darts for the very first time, they have everything you could ever need. Visit ⁠www.target-darts.co.uk⁠ Dartsforkidspodcast@gmaill.com The 2026 World Darts Championship was not just a tournament. It was a turning point. From the opening night at Alexandra Palace to the final dart thrown on January 3, this World Championship had everything. History. Heart. Chaos. Perfection flirting with disaster. In this special Darts for Kids episode, Darren Rees tells the full story of the tournament from start to finish. The rise of teenage superstar Luke Littler, who defended his title at just 18 years old. The emergence of Dutch star Gian van Veen. The brilliance and power of Gary Anderson and the unforgettable moments that made Ally Pally roar. You will hear about underdog victories from Paul Lim, Nitin Kumar, David Munyua, and Stefan Bellmont, as darts truly became a global sport. There are shock exits for legends like Peter Wright and Gerwyn Price, a near nine darter from Luke Woodhouse, and the fairytale run of restaurant owner Justin Hood. The tournament smashed records, with over 1,000 180s hit for the first time ever, triggering a £1,000,000 donation to Prostate Cancer UK. It also delivered unforgettable drama, including the famous Ally Pally wasp and one of the youngest finals in darts history. At the centre of it all stood Luke Littler. Back to back World Champion. Million pound winner. And the face of a brand new era. This is the story of the tournament where darts changed forever. Perfect for kids. Unmissable for adults. Essential listening for darts fans. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
This show would not be possible without the amazing support of Target. Whether you are a pro on television or picking up darts for the very first time, they have everything you could ever need. Visit www.target-darts.co.uk This is the amazing story of Luke β€œThe Nuke” Littler, the teenage darts superstar who went from throwing magnetic darts in his nappy to becoming World Champion at just 17. In this fun and inspiring episode we follow Luke’s journey from his home in Warrington to the bright lights of Alexandra Palace, learning how he practised, stayed calm under pressure and always believed in himself. You will hear how a one pound dartboard from a pound shop. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
This show would not be possible without the amazing support of Target. Whether you are a pro on television or picking up darts for the very first time, they have everything you could ever need. Visit ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠www.target-darts.co.uk⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Bullseye Maths: https://www.pdc.tv/maths Get your 180's in: Dartsforkidspodcast@gmail.com Join Darren Rees on a trip to the world famous Ally Pally for some bullseye maths and an interview or two with a couple of top players! @DarrenRees_ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
This show would not be possible without the amazing support of Target. Whether you are a pro on television or picking up darts for the very first time, they have everything you could ever need. Visit ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠www.target-darts.co.uk⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠Dartsforkidspodcast@gmail.com In the final part of our Paul Lim story, we explore how a darts legend refused to slow down. From stunning Gary Anderson and Peter Wright at the World Cup of Darts, to breaking records on the biggest stage in the sport in his seventies, Paul Lim proves that age does not define greatness. This is a story about passion, pride, longevity and love for the game, told for kids and families who believe it is never too late to chase the bullseye 🎯 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
This show would not be possible without the amazing support of Target. Whether you are a pro on television or picking up darts for the very first time, they have everything you could ever need. Visit ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠www.target-darts.co.uk⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Dartsforkidspodcast@gmail.com Before walk on music, before packed arenas and before darts became a global spectacle, there was Paul Lim. In Part 1 of this Darts for Kids two parter, discover the incredible early journey of the Singapore Slinger. From growing up in Singapore to working long hours as a professional chef in London, Papua New Guinea and the United States, Paul Lim’s story is one of graft, patience and belief. Hear how his love of sport, calm focus and worldwide travels led to one of the most famous moments in darts history, the first ever nine dart finish at a World Championship. This is where the legend begins. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
This show would not be possible without the amazing support of Target. Whether you are a pro on television or picking up darts for the very first time, they have everything you could ever need. Visit ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠www.target-darts.co.uk⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ In Part 2, the Josh Rock story explodes onto the world stage. From lockdown darts and Q School success to record breaking performances, a televised nine darter, World Youth Championship glory and major PDC titles. Hear how Josh Rock became a World Cup winner, a top eight player in the world and one of darts’ most likeable stars. The Rock keeps rolling. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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