Is professional roller derby still being played?
YOU BET! Founded in 2004, the Women’s Flat Track Derby Association (WFTDA) promotes and fosters the sport of women’s flat track roller derby by facilitating the development of athletic ability, sportswomanship, and goodwill among member leagues. The governing philosophy of the WFTDA is “by the skaters, for the skaters.” Female skaters are primary owners, managers, and/or operators of each member league and of the association. Operational tasks include setting standards for rules, seasons, and safety, and determining guidelines for the national and international athletic competitions of member leagues. All WFTDA member leagues have a voice in the decision-making process, and agree to comply with the governing body’s policies. Roller Derby is a SPORT and Modern roller derby appeals to people from all walks of life, from aging fans of the banked track, to 20-something hipsters who, before roller derby, wouldn’t have been caught dead at a sporting event. Our demographics cut a wide swath a
