February, 2014

Roller Derby’s Origins Were “Coast To Coast”

Roller Derby’s Origins Were “Coast To Coast”

Historians generally agree that the origins of modern flat track roller derby date back to the end of the depression. Promoter Leo Seltzer organized skating endurance races that involved teams. There were 25 two person teams involved and collectively they would skate what amounted to a trip from coast to coast-57,000 laps around the roller […]

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Smoky Mountain Rollergirls Set To Open 2014 Season

Smoky Mountain Rollergirls Set To Open 2014 Season

Western North Carolina’s premier roller derby team is set to open their 2014 season this Saturday, Feb. 15, when they travel to Greenville, SC to take on the Bad News Babes. Their home opener, back in Asheville features a showdown with G Force on March 1.  

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