The 2024-2025 county darts season came to a close this past weekend as Hampshire travelled to face a strong Essex side. Unfortunately, the campaign ended on a low note, with Hampshire suffering a 23-13 defeat – a result that confirms their relegation to the Championship league next season.
While the overall outcome was disappointing, the match still featured some exceptional performances from key Hampshire players who gave everything in the final fixture of the season.
Ladies A: Laura Turner Shines Again
Laura Turner continues to be a shining light in the Hampshire squad, delivering another top-tier performance in the Ladies A division. She secured a 3-1 win with a superb 24.32 average, demonstrating her class and consistency on the big stage.
Ladies B: Solid Win for Sue Power
Sue Power stepped up in the Ladies B side, putting in a composed and confident display to earn a 3-1 victory. With a 16.5 average, Power’s win gave Hampshire a vital early boost in the match and underlined her steady presence throughout the season.
Mens A: Bradshaw Continues to Impress
Justin Bradshaw once again proved his pedigree in the Men’s A side, taking down his opponent 4-2 with a superb 28.43 average. Bradshaw has been one of Hampshire’s standout players this season, and this performance was yet another example of his talent and fighting spirit.
Mens A: Ryan Groves Hits Form
Ryan Groves put in one of his best displays of the season, cruising to a 4-1 win with a brilliant 29.35 average. His heavy scoring and accuracy on the doubles provided one of Hampshire’s most dominant individual results of the day.
Looking Ahead
Despite the loss and the disappointment of relegation, there are positives for Hampshire to build on. The emergence of consistent performers like Bradshaw, Turner, and Groves offers hope for a strong comeback in the Championship next season.
As the team regroups and reflects on the season, the focus now turns to rebuilding, recharging, and returning stronger in 2025-2026. Hampshire will be determined to rise again – and the journey back starts now.