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 […]
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.
The love for derby continues to spread across the world, as WFTDA recently announced the addition of 36 new apprentice leagues. These leagues come from all corners of the world, including New Zealand, Japan, Belgium, Germany, and Australia. WFTDA’s Apprentice Program is designed to be a stepping stone to the full membership. To see a […]
WFTDA, in a partnership with 187 Killer Pads, seeks your input on helmet perception and effectiveness. Safety is a key issue within roller derby leagues, and the results of this survey could potentially lead to a more roller derby specific helmet design. It is unlikely we will ever see the elimination of helmets in roller […]
Attending a local bout is one thing, but how many people can actually travel across the country to see big name match-ups? Well, now you can (sort of). WFTDA has launched a new site, WFTDA.tv, that allows users the ability to stream high-quality derby footage straight to their own computers. WFTDA has partnered with Blaze […]
WFTDA has announced it is now taking bids for venues for the Big 5 tournament in 2013. The tournament runs from early September to early October each year, and championship bouts can have as many as 6,000 spectators. Leagues interested in hosting a competition should fill out an application soon. To learn more, visit […]