Mission Darts is thrilled to announce a multi-year contract extension with the reigning WDF boys world champion Archie Self.
The 15-year-old tasted glory on the iconic Lakeside stage last December when he beat Jenson Walker 3-2 in the final of the WDF Boys World Championship.
The victory at Lakeside capped off a memorable 2024 for ‘The Archer’, who also won four titles to finish top of the JDC Advanced Tour rankings.
Self joined the Mission Academy in 2021 and has enjoyed a glittering youth career, winning numerous titles as well as representing England on several occasions, most recently at the JDC World Cup in Gibraltar where he captained England A to the team title.
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Archie Self's first WDF ranking title is the Boys' World Championship - here's how he sealed victory over Jenson Walker!
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On extending his contract with Mission, he said: “I am delighted to have signed a new long-term contract with Mission. My darts have got better and better over the last few years because of the support and guidance I have received.
“Having Darryl Fitton and Steve Reed there at Lakeside supporting me to go on and win the WDF Boys World Championship meant a lot to me.
“The next few years are crucial in my career and I know that Mission will be there to support and help me with anything I need.
“I would also like to thank my family and friends as without them I would not be able to do what I do. I am looking forward to many more successful years with Mission!”
Mission’s player development manager Darryl Fitton added: “Having seen Archie's progression over the last three years, we are happy to be continuing our journey together.
"What I have noticed about Archie is the way he is with the younger players in Team Mission. He is always happy to help and offer advice which is great to see.
"2024 was a big year for Archie, finishing top of the JDC Advanced Tour and becoming the boys world champion at Lakeside. I'm excited to see what he can achieve in 2025 and look forward to following his progress."