Isn’t roller derby mostly fake fighting, like I used to see on TV?
This isn’t your grandma’s roller derby. Unlike the fake, sensationalistic game you may remember, roller derby is a sport to be reckoned with. The hard hits and fast skating are as real as the hard concrete Coliseum floor, torn knee ligaments, concussions, whiplash, shoulder injuries, and bruises abound. We take athleticism seriously, participating in a grueling training regimen overseen by experienced skaters. Still, we enjoy playing up our derby personas, donning fantastical uniforms and funny derby names. While this adds to the campy, quirky nature of this classic American sport, it doesn’t take away from its impact.
