April, 2014

How Do You Say “Jammer” In Chinese

How Do You Say “Jammer” In Chinese

The Taipei Times recently ran a feature article on women’s flat track roller derby, give still more credence to the fact that this American-based sport is turning into a big international hit. The article featured information about French, Canadian, British, Australian and Finnish teams, and was titled “Roller Derby Gains Traction Beyond the US“.  

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Will Rink Closing Put Silicon Valley Roller Girls “On The Street”?

Will Rink Closing Put Silicon Valley Roller Girls “On The Street”?

The imminent closing of the San Jose Skate, a bay area roller rink, will mean that this area of Northern California is losing its last roller rink. Known as Golden Sate Roller Palace during its peak in the 1980’s, the rink is set to close later this spring. With the closing of the rink, the […]

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Can I Major in Derby?

Can I Major in Derby?

The Morgantown, WV Roller Vixen claim to be the only roller derby team in the world with an “official” college affiliation. The Vixen call themselves an “athletic organization” and are proud of their connection to West Virginia University. Home matches are played at Mylan Park or the Boparc Ice Arena. This weekend they will participate […]

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