Game Rules

CDL gameplay follows the National Darts Federation of Canada (NDFC) Official Rules of Play, except where a specific CDL online adaptation is published in our CDL Guide.

Read the Official NDFC Rules of Play (PDF)

 

Board Setup: 

Bull height: 5 ft 8 in / 1.73 m

How to measure: Vertically from the floor at the throwing position to the center of the bull.

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Throwing distance: 7 ft 9¼ in / 2.37 m
How to measure: Horizontally from the face of the dartboard to the back of the raised oche.

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Diagonal distance check: 9 ft 7½ in / 2.93 m
How to measure: From the center of the bull to the back of the oche at floor level.

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Measure the throwing distance from the face of the dartboard, not the wall behind it.

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For a taped or painted throwing line, clearly establish which edge marks the throwing boundary before play.

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Mount the board with the black 20 segment centered at the top, and provide clear, even lighting.

Playing Online in the CDL

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For camera requirements, approved apps, match formats, scheduling, breaks, and league procedures, visit our CDL Guide.

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Contact your tier administrator if you need clarification about a rule.