Name: Villainelle Number: 19LN What are the reasons behind your derby name/number? When I’m not playing derby, I’m a writing and literature teacher. A villanelle is a kind of poem with a 19-line structure (19LN!). I like to think that derby is sometimes a lot like writing; it requires a certain combination of elegance, intuition, and intelligence. Which position do you play? Pivot and jammer What is your favorite thing about derby? The learning curve. I get better at something every time I set foot on the track. As a born perfectionist, I used to have a lot of trouble … Continue reading →

Name: Glock Strap Number: 9MM What are the reasons behind derby name/number? The name started as a joke when people said my name should have something to do with my occupation. Somehow, people loved it and it stuck. Which position do you play? Blocker, jammer (sometimes) What is the most valuable thing you’ve learned playing derby? I’ve learned how much I enjoy the sport and doing something outside of work. What is your most memorable derby moment? Locking arms with an opposing skater during my 1st bout ever. Also, how my best friend made t-shirts with my face on them … Continue reading →

Name: CherKhan Number: 1031 What are the reasons behind derby name/number? I thought it would be hilarious to hear someone shouting, “KHAN!!!” in the middle of the pack.  1031 is my favorite holiday, and it’s also my wedding anniversary. Which position do you play? Blammer What is your favorite thing about derby? I love that there is no specific derby body type…every size and shape has different strenghts and weaknesses. What is the most valuable thing you’ve learned playing derby? Everything happens when you least expect it—keep your head on the swivel! (Also a good mantra for life) What is your most memorable … Continue reading →

Name: Jams P. Skullivan Number: A113 What are the reasons behind your derby name/number? I wanted a derby name that could play off my own last name and express my love of Disney. Since Monsters, Inc. is one of my all-time favorite movies, I decided James P. Sullivan, aka Sulley, was the perfect character to mold my name after. I picked the number A113 because that number is hidden in every Disney/Pixar movie, except Monsters, Inc. Which position do you play? Jammer, mostly. When did you first join Red Stick Roller Derby? I entered the Fresh Meat program in October … Continue reading →

Name: Kat-Attack Number: SK8 What are the reasons behind your derby name/number? I wanted my name to be part of my derby name. My favorite number is 8. Which position do you play? Jammer & Blocker. What is your favorite thing about derby? Being part of a powerful team/family. What is the most valuable thing you’ve learned playing derby? Being a team player. We win together and lose together. What are your goals in roller derby? I just try to give my best when I am playing.