Recently The Promise of Derby had to move web servers and the old database got mangled. Rather than having the easy ability of restoring the database, I’m reposting old entries with the original dates. However, there are some systems which will...

After the initial rush of finally getting to see the new trailer for October’s roller derby movie, Whip It, wore off, a number of my derby friends started to moan. “Now we’re going to have to teach our fans all over again that roller derby...

This topic came up on the Roller Derby Coaches yahoo group. I’m amazed (not really) how quickly coaches are ready to drop this brand of skater. I’ve successfully turned some low self-esteem skaters around. As with all ‘problem’ skaters, the...

Home, in derby, happens whenever you strap on skates and skate with another. At rinks and parks, gyms and auditoriums anywhere, lacing up and rolling brings a comfort and camaraderie akin to coming home after a long day. This phenomenon happens...

One my great rediscoveries when starting derby was the power of play. I found myself among a bunch of women who left fear and adult-propriety at the door and tumbled like a pile of puppies on skates. There’s no mistaking how powerful letting go of...