Learning from History: Is Modern Derby more Sustainable than its Predecessor?

The first days of roller derby provided an escape for a country still reeling from World War II. The invention of television helped catapult it to success, but may have overexposed the game, leading to its downfall.  Roller Derby was a mere flash in the pan, lasting only a few years in America before traveling overseas. Will modern day derby suffer the same fate, or has it evolved into a more sustainable sport? To learn more about the history of roller derby, visit rollerderbyfoundation.org.

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