COACHING FOCUS
Outshots (2 and 3 Dart Finishes)
KEY CONCEPTS :
What are Outshots?
Outshots refer to the specific combinations of scores that allow a player to finish a leg by hitting a double or the bullseye with either two or three darts.
Why are They Important?
They decide the outcome of a leg or match. Knowing outshots improves confidence under pressure. Reduces wasted darts by following proven finishing routes.
DETAILS :
Start with Common Checkouts Focus on popular two-dart finishes: 32 (D16), 40 (D20), 24 (D12). Build to three-dart finishes: 170 (T20, T20, Bull), 167 (T20, T19, Bull), 164, etc.
Teach the Math Behind Them Explain that all outshots must end on a double (or bull). Show how subtracting the first dart changes the required finish.
Practice Methods Ladder Drill: Start with 40, go down to 2, finishing each on a double. Random Checkout Drill: Call out random finishes (61–170) for students to solve.
Mental Training Visualize the preferred route before stepping to the oche. Reinforce confidence in chosen routes to avoid hesitation.