Part of the fun of roller derby is the creativity that goes into making up your derby name. Skaters love it, audiences love it, seems like a win for all, right? However, many people contend that as long as roller derby names contain offensive (though clever) material, the sport itself will never become mainstream. If […]
We’re just a few short weeks away from the start of the regional tournaments. The post-season is sure to be full of exciting match-ups and lots of actions. Here’s a list of tournament dates and locations: Thrill of the Spill, North Central: Sept 14 – Sept 16 in Niagra Falls, NY (hosted by Queen City […]
In 1936 a Japanese school teach improved upon the idea of roller skates by adding tractor treads to them. They were described as looking like a “pair of toy army tanks” in an old magazine, and sported the ability to “skate over rough surfaces that would stop conventional skates.” Though a novel idea, these all-terrain […]
WFTDA, the governing body of Women’s Flat Track Derby, has announced there will be some updates to some of the rules. These changes are set to go into effect January 2013. They will primarily effect the “Minor Penalty” category, removing it from the penalty spectrum. To read more about the changes, click here.
As we roll through the 2012 Summer Games in London, talks are already happening of future events. The sports included in the Olympics have been in flux since its inception in 1896, with old events dropping off and new ones constantly added. The new sports that are on the table for addition to the 2020 […]
Roller derby again takes the stage alongside famous rock musicians. This time: The Deftones. The Deftones premiered their new song “Roller Derby” live at The Troubador in Los Angeles. The song will be on their new album, set to release in October of 2012. To view an unofficial, fan-filmed video of the performance, click here.
Last weekend, hundreds of people took their vows at the International Roller Derby Convention in Las Vegas. The Las Vegas Review-Journal posted this video about the event. To read more about the events and happenings of RollerCon 2012, click here. To see the video, click here.
Be Well Philly, a health and fitness magazine in Philadelphia, recently featured an article on cross training with the Philly Roller Girls. When they’re not on the track or running you can find them in a pool. Cross training is very important for folks who exercise regularly. Switching up the routine helps build muscle, stamina, […]
For when you need that extra little push to get amped up, here are a few of our fave songs about roller skating. Some of these may be a stretch, but it’s all in good fun. Enjoy. 1. “Brand New Key” by Melanie Safka 2. “You Can’t Rollerskate in a […]
Pensacola unleashes its version of Spain’s Running of the Bulls. The catch? The “bulls’” are actually 100 members of Gulf Coast roller derby teams. To see the video, click here.