RAVEN and Fe-Lions have been handed preliminary-round home ties tonight in Barbara Rawlinson Memorial Darts League's Knockout Competition.

The draw took place on Thursday in the presence of league secretary Louise Whitley, Kath Vaughan, Irene Bibby, Kath Conway, Hilda Brownrigg and Carol Grogan.

Raven will be at home to New Pavilions while Fe-Lions entertain Ex-Pat's.

The away teams' players will throw first in every leg.

Thursday next week (April 26) sees the Blind Pairs tournament at Pavilions, Sandy Lane, Weston Point, with 8pm registration for an 8.15pm start.