DDL Community Shield - Rules & Conduct Guidelines

Start Time & Presence

All players must be present at the official start time of 19:30hrs
All first games must be started before 19:45hrs
Any player not present by 19:45 will forfeit their match, regardless of the reason.

Game Format: 501 double out
Friday Match Format: Group stage - Best of 5 legs (first to win 3 legs)
Sunday Match Format: Knockout stage - Best of 9 legs (first to win 5 legs)
Both players start at 501 points and aim to reach 0, finishing on the required double

Each player must have their own dartboard during the tournament.
Board sharing is not allowed under any circumstances.
Mic is optional, if one player doesn't want to have the mic on, be respectful and switch yours off.

Before starting your match, make sure your opponent's camera is clearly visible to you.
A visible camera setup is mandatory to guarantee fair play.
Ensure that your device has sufficient charge to last the full games.
It is your responsibility to ensure your equipment is working correctly to ensure you can complete all games.
Players must ensure they have enough coins or credit before their match begins.
If a match cannot start due to insufficient credit, it will result in a forfeit loss.

The final will also be played as first to 3 legs, unless otherwise announced (e.g., first to 5)

Each match will use the Dartsmind automatic scoring.
Incorrect autoscoring should be corrected and the mis-scored darts need to be shown to the other player.
Any scoring disputes must be reported immediately
No re-throws on a bounce out
A completed leg cannot be replayed
The tournament organization has the final say in all disputes

All group stage matches must be completed; failure to complete all group stage games results in disqualification.
Late arrival (after 19:45) for a scheduled group match = automatic loss of the match
Failure to play a scheduled group match will result in disqualification from the knockout stage
Repeated failure to show up on different evenings = ban from all future evening tournaments
What qualifies as a valid reason (e.g. emergency, force majeure) is at the discretion of the tournament organizers

Players who quit during a match will be automatically disqualified. If this happens, contact @DDL admins straight away.

Do not turn the chat into a casual talk café.
Please keep chat use to a minimum during the tournament.
If you experience issues uploading your result, send a screenshot and tag @ddladmins in the chat.

Any form of unsportsmanlike behaviour or negative attitude in the chat will not be tolerated.
Players displaying such behaviour will be banned from future events.

In case of uncertainty or conflict, the tournament organizers have the final word
By participating in the tournament, players fully accept and agree to these rules

Let's keep it fair, respectful, and competitive. Good luck to all players, and may the best darter win!