Stowe Buntz Reflects on the End of 2024 & Looks Ahead to 2025
Welcome back all, we know it’s been some time! With the 2024 season officially in the books, it’s time to reflect on an incredible journey—one that saw Stowe Buntz competing once again on the biggest stage in darts. Playing in the Paddy Power World Darts Championship at Alexandra Palace for the second consecutive year was nothing short of spectacular. While the outcome wasn’t what he had hoped for, the experience, lessons, and memories gained will fuel him for what’s next.
A Return to the World Stage
Competing at Ally Pally is a dream for every darts player, and for Stowe, getting to experience it again was just as thrilling as the first time. The energy, the crowd, the electric atmosphere—it’s a stage unlike any other.
Facing Nick Kenny in the opening round was no easy task, and while Stowe fought hard, Kenny came out on top. The result may not have gone Stowe’s way, but that’s the nature of professional darts. Every match is a lesson, every experience a stepping stone to something greater. The hunger to return in 2025 is stronger than ever.
A Special Thank You
None of this would be possible without the incredible support system behind Stowe—his wife, Crystal, his kids, family, friends, and all of you, his amazing fans!
A special thank you goes out to his 2024 sponsors, whose support allows him to keep chasing his darting dreams. The companies that stand behind him deserve just as much recognition, and Stowe is incredibly proud to represent them:
Shot Darts
CONDOR－コンドル
D'Angelo Sports Dangelo Darts
HatLaunch ShirtLaunch
DJD
Good Peeps
Dartsshoes_triple20
#Team717 & #DefianceDarts
Tendermacs
Aft Forsyth and Company, Inc. – High Net Worth Investment Management
Herbert Management Group
A special shoutout to CONDOR－コンドル, Dartsshoes_triple20, DJD, and Herbert Management Group for making the trip to London to support Stowe in person!
Additionally, a huge thank you to HatLaunch, ShirtLaunch and Good Peeps for their sponsorship and support throughout 2024. While we weren’t able to agree on terms for 2025, these companies have been incredible supporters of The Neon Nightmare from the very beginning. Their belief in Stowe’s journey and their contributions to his success have been greatly appreciated.
What’s Next for The Neon Nightmare?
With 2024 in the rearview, it’s time to focus on what’s ahead.
First up an exciting local Tournament!
Virginia Beach Classic – March 20-23
But the real high-stakes action comes in April, when Stowe will be heading to Los Angeles for the Championship Corporations Cross Border Challenge. This isn’t just any tournament—the winner earns a coveted spot in the US Darts Masters and North American Championship at Madison Square Garden in June!
The road to MSG starts in LA, and Stowe is locked in and ready for the challenge.
A Final Word from Stowe
Reflecting on his time at Ally Pally, Stowe had this to say:
"Alexandra Palace in London, England. What an incredible experience for the second year in a row! The time flew by so quickly, but playing darts under the roof of this iconic venue was nothing short of amazing. To be there for the Paddy Power World Darts Championship with my wife and friends supporting me was a special moment. Of course, I missed the kids, but their support from back home means the world to me. Standing on that stage, knowing my wife and friends were cheering me on from the crowd, was truly unforgettable. The support from all my family, friends, and fans has been overwhelming, and I am beyond grateful for it."
"A huge thank you to those who traveled to London to support me – I appreciate you more than you know, and I hope you had an amazing time. To my fans who’ve been cheering for me from afar, thank you for believing in me. And to all my sponsors, thank you for your continued trust and support. I’m honored to represent your brands, and I will continue to give my all on the stage."
The journey continues this year! To all of you who have been part of this incredible ride, THANK YOU!