Polly James is making waves as a key reporter at the PDC World Darts Championship, blending her passion for darts with her career.
Cardiff: Polly James is really making a name for herself in the darts world. When she got the chance to work in darts, she jumped at it. She first visited Ally Pally back in 2009 and fell in love with the sport.
As a radio DJ on Radio X, she’s now a familiar face on Sky Sports, covering major darts events. Polly loves how darts brings people together. She says it’s one of the most charming sports because you see everyone from grandparents to young lads enjoying the game.
She often gets asked what she loves most about darts. For her, it’s hard to put into words. It’s something she grew up with and can’t imagine being without. Her journey into darts started when she was asked to do post-match interviews for the Premier League in 2019, and it just took off from there.
Polly has a soft spot for the underdog stories in sports. She used to do athletics and really connects with those who have overcome challenges to succeed. She enjoys learning about the players’ journeys and what drives them to become champions.
She often interviews players right after their matches, which can be quite a challenge with the loud crowds at Ally Pally. Polly has a little trick to make sure they hear her questions, even when it’s chaotic. She’s just as excited as the fans when she gets to chat with the players.
With darts gaining popularity, Polly has faced some criticism, especially about her neck tattoo. But she brushes it off, focusing on her work and the joy of being part of the darts community. She’s proud of her role and wants to stay connected to the fans.
Polly James was at the Ladbrokes Players Championship Finals, representing Ladbrokes as a brand ambassador.
