Fire and Bombs don't mix: Putas vs. Cherry Bomb bout recap!

If you missed Sunday's banked track bout - you missed out! The Cherry Bomb vs. Putas del Fuego bout was the *best* bout so far this season. Neither team was giving up points, the defense was brutal - literally. Heathen was injured during the first half and was seen rolling around on just 4 wheels in a wheel chair during the second half (she got slammed up against the rail pretty hard.)

The entire game was neck and neck, with no team ahead by more than 6 points at any given time. The score at the close of the first half was 13-13. The score at the close of the 4th quarter 27-27 - there's no "ties" in roller derby! The teams go into sudden death match - first team to score a point wins: and Chola takes it for the Putas! By far the closest and most exciting bout of the season thus far!

Peace out and SK8 on! Å

Dust Devil '07 TXRG Recap

By TXRG SuperFan Phil Arnold of RollerDerbyIsSport Yahoo Group

For the Texas Rollergirls travel team, the defending 2006 National Champion WFTDA Team, Dust Devil would probably have to be considered a disappointment. Eventual champions Rat City All-Stars upended Texas in the semi-final round. For the Texecutioners, an all-star team that had never lost an Interleague bout, there was a definite bad taste from this tournament. Still Texas won two out of three games, with the other games not even being close.

In the first game of the tournament, the Texas Rollergirls defeated the Sin City Neander Dolls, 121-49, in a 72 point blow-out. Texas actually trailed after the sixth jam of the first period 15-10, but would come back and outscore Vegas 30-4 the rest of the period. At the end of the second period Texas had extended the lead to 78-41, and in the third period they outscored Sin City 43-8.

Buckshot Betsy, who scored 35 points, led Texas. Captain Bloody Mary also scored a good number of points jamming, and did an excellent job of blocking from the front of the pack. Texas Coach Sonny felt that all of the skaters had good moments, especially in blocking, as the Texecutioners shut out Sin City for nine consecutive jams between the end of the second period and halfway through the third period. I would say that Kitt Fisto of Vegas and Bruce Killis played very good games for Vegas.

Texas Upset by Rat City, 105-95 in Semi-Final Action

Texas started the game off on fire, getting lead jammer after lead jammer, putting up a 39-12 lead at the end of the first period. One of the reasons for Seattle's low scoring was their jammer was in the penalty box several times, and that can cripple a team's offense and put a lot of pressure on its defense.

In the second jam of the second period, Rat City Jammer Miss Fortune would counter with a 10 point jam as Texas jammer Rice Rocket was sent to the penalty box, for the first of what would be many jammer penalties for Texas. The Seattle squad would throw five shutout jams in a row to narrow the led to 52 to 50. However in the next to the last jam of the period, Trouble would counter with an eight point jam that would widen the lead to 64 to 54 at the end of the second period.

As the first jam of the third period started, Rat City’s Miss Fortune would start a jam that would help swing the game around. When Texas’ Rice Rocket came out of the box, she only jammed a short while before she was put in the box for a major penalty. That allowed Rat City to play offense almost the whole jam, and Miss Fortune scored 16 points as Rat City took the lead for the first time in the game 70-64.

Rice Rocket would help Texas come back however as she pulled a five point jam midway through the third period, and Cat Tastrophe would follow it up with Texas' largest jam of the game with 8 points to give the Texecutioners and 86-80 lead. Then with another Texas jammer in the box, Hideous Braxley would add ten points on a jam for Rat City, and the Northwestern squad would follow it up with a 6 point jam to take a commanding 104-93 lead going late into the game.

But the game was not over yet with the possibility of two jams. Rat City jammer Anna R. Kissed was soon sent to the penalty box late with a major and Texas had a real shot at making up some big time points, except that Rat City had a counter strategy…foul the jammer and slow her down. First one blocker, then another blocker, and finally a third skater went to the box to join the Rat City jammer for major penalties. But each time the major penalty occurred; apparently the jammer was slowed down, as the clock was the real enemy of the Texas.

Because of the lack of skaters on the track, the officials stopped the clock, and put the minimum number of skaters back on the track. The major penalty stall by Seattle had worked. There was just too little time left for Texas to be able to score ten points and Rat City was able to go into a joyous celebration as the game clock ran out.

Unofficially, I have Trouble scoring the most for Texas with 25 points, being followed by Rice Rocket and Cat Tastrophe with 19 points. Rice and Belle Starr, along with Sparkle Plenty did a good job of blocking and holding Rat City scoring down, as much as possible with 305 total penalties being called during this match.

Top jammers for Rat City included Miss Fortune, Hideous Braxley, Drew Blood and Anna R Kissed. Rettig to Rumble, Pia Mess, and Da Bomb also did a superior job of blocking for the Seattle team.

Texas Wins Consolation Game 111-62 Over Kansas City

In the consolation game, Texas opened up a 42-19 lead after one period, and following ten shutout jams by the Texecutioners in the opening of Period 2, the defending national champs took a 79-31 at the end of the second twenty minutes. The last period was closer,
with Texas managing a 32-31 lead. The top scorer for Kansas City was Snot Rocket with an unofficial 30 points, and Fearlys with 12 points. Several Texas players scored in double figures including Bloody Mary with 17 points, Cat Tastrophe with 16, Lucille Brawl with 15 points, Rollin Sweet with 14, and Rice Rocket with a cool 13 points.

Bloody Mary, Rice Rocket, and Lucille Brawl also did a good job of blocking for Texas along with blocker Belle Starr for Texas. For Kansas City, Bruz-her and Red Ripper were two of the teams top blockers.

For Texas, with the win over Sin City, they qualified for the National Tournament, which will be held in Austin this fall. With the win over Kansas City, they will be the third seed from the West in the eight-team tournament. They will probably play either Minnesota or Madison, whichever team ends up being the second ranked team from the East.

For more photos, visit Phil's site, http://sports.groups.yahoo.com/group/RollerDerbyIsSport

Big Thanks to Phil & his Yahoo Group for collaborating with me & sharing with us this report. The ARGB truly hearts Phil!

TXRD: Cherry Bombs vs. Putas del Fuego Tonight!

Click on Event Poster for larger size.

What happens when you mix a bunch of explosives with a whole lotta fire? You only get *one* guess...

This is the bout you've been waiting for - the up 'n coming Cherry Bombs are taking on the Putas del Fuego! They're the new kids on the block, and before anyone could blink they won a couple of amazing victories, giving our loyal fans some of the best derby action they've ever seen! They're not letting up either, and come tonight, who knows where the smart money will be. Check out pics of the '07 CB's here.

The Cherry Bombs have a Texas-sized chip on their shoulders and a short fuse to go with it. Powerhouse veterans like Cherry Chainsaw and Varuca Assault are anchoring the team, with new soon-to-be superstars like Rocky Casbah and Heathen carrying on the speed-demon tradition started by Lucky Harm in last season's bouts. Short fuse or not though, the Putas are going to put up just as big a fight! The Putas have a fearsome line-up and their mettle has withstood the test of time. Same ol' Putas? Not by a long-shot! Just when you think you know'em, those Putas are going to light the banked track on fire like never before! They're gonna knock that chip off the Bombs' shoulder, and maybe just light that fuse when they're not lookin'! Check out pics of the '07 PDF's here.

Tickets are on sale at the door and on online for $15, or pick up an advance ticket for only $13 at one of our vendors around Austin! Doors at 6pm, Game at 7pm.

The Hell Marys Backyard Bonanza Today!

The Hell Marys yard sale and backyard party is today, Sunday, February 25, from Noon to 6 PM. The weather will be great. Bring your self, your friends, your kids. Bring lawn chairs, coolers, booze. Wear your Hell Marys colors and costumes!

Plan to spend the afternoon enjoying some mellowed-out live rock music, munching on food, playing silly games for prizes, and mingling with the fabulous 2007 Hell Marys. They will be welcoming the Texas Rollergirls travel team back from the Dust Devil as well. Proceeds will benefit the Hell Marys' trip to Providence, R.I. in April to bout against the New England Roller Derby.

When:
Sunday Feb 25, 2007
12:00 noon to 6:00 PM

Where:
Dan's House
1811 Belford Drive
Austin, TX 78757

(2 blocks north of Anderson Lane between Burnet and 183 - go north on Mullen)

THE SCHEDULE FOR SUNDAY:

• 12:00 Yard Sale opens
• 12:30 - 1:30 Music: The Total Foxes
• 1:30 - 2:00 Games
• 2:00 - 3:00 Music: Deejer
• 3:00 - 3:30 Team Introductions (Hells & Texecutioners)
• 3:30 - 4:00 Games
• 4:00 - 5:00 TBA
• 5:00 - 5:30 Games
• 6:00 Yard Sale closes

Click on the Event Poster to view larger size:

The Rollergirl Book Signing

On Tuesday night, I attended the BookPeople event for the ultimate Rollergirl book by TXRG's Melicious. First of all, I simply HAVE to say that I'm a big fan of Mel's. Even though the ARGB is completely non-denominational in our derby LOVE when it comes to Austin Rollergirls & Austin Roller Derby, for me personally...well, I'm a fan of Mel's & what she's accomplished, both on & off the track. It's not everyday a Rollergirl publishes a book. And it doesn't hurt either that she's been very kind to me & a friend of the Blog ever since I 1st started it back in January 2006, even taking time out of her busy days to trade emails w/ me & comment here on the blog several times over the last year. Nope, it doesn't hurt at all. ;o)

The event itself was really cool. There were Texas Rollergirls rolling around for a lite demonstration at the beginning. (Which I'm sorry to say I missed because I was a tad late, so no pics, but my blog-ner in crime tells me it was pretty awesome. Definitely the most action the hardwood 2nd-story floors of BookPeople has seen in years, if ever.) Mel did several readings from her book, including sections about the 2006 Dust Devil, finding her Rollergirl persona, the "sweet" smell of a Rollergirl & her pads, as well as the infamous 1st SxSW bout that fueled the split between the nation's 1st modern day Rollergirl league. The whole reading was very light-hearted & funny, except a bit of nervous quiet during the SxSW reading that was quickly followed by the hilarious insight into the desperate laundering of smelly rollergirl knee pads. Loved it!

The Texas Rollergirls in the audience were introduced, which was neat cause I didn't realize I was actually sitting next one. (My Rollergirl radar isn't quite what it should be, I guess.) Melicious also fielded questions from the audience, which was fun especially cause the audience was a tad shy but threw some interesting ones out nevertheless. I have to admit that I had a question, but wasn't sure how appropriate it was. (Wanted to know what the relationship between the 2 Austin leagues were like now vs 5 years ago. Frankly, I didn't want to put Mel on the spot with a possible highly political question.)

The whole evening was great. I got to meet some very cool-cats, like TXRG Superfan Phil Arnold, Chip Queso, Vendetta von Dutch, and so forth. I got my book signed & got to chat up Mel for a minute. (The book is doing well, as is the book tour. Melicious won't be back ripping up the track until April due to her book commitments.)

Be sure to pick up the book, it's a great read. A MUST if you are a Rollergirl, thinking about becoming one, or just a fan.

Melicious reading from Rollergirl.

Mel signing my book.

Melicious & Skate Bettie :o)

Happy Fat Tuesday!

I guess it's appropriate that today is Fat Tuesday...cause there is ALOT going on tonight. Everything from the mundane (Adult Skate Night @ Playland) to the fantastic (Mardi Gras celebration on 6th Street). And there are 2 big Roller Derby events going on tonight that you don't want to miss!

• 7pm - Rollergirl Book Signing at BookPeople with Melicious! This is one of those "Can't Miss" appearances. Some of your favorite Texas Rollergirls will be there and you'll get to learn more about them & about Melicious. There will be a stride-by-stride account of the 2006 Dust Devil where the Texas Rollergirls won the National Championship, tips on creating your own rollergirl name & persona, photos, and more. (BookPeople is located at 6th & Lamar.)
• 8pm - Benefit for Ginjure Scraps at the Spider House! When the All Scar Army faced off against the LA Derby Dolls, Ginjure broke her leg during an intense practice against the Dolls that saw not 1, but 2 rollergirls with broken legs. (Eire Vengeance was the LA Derby Doll who broke her leg in practice also.) There will be 2 different bands & a lot of raffle opportunities. Some of your favorite Lonestar Rollergirls will be on hand, so this is another "Can't Miss" appearance.

Both ÅnaRchy & myself, Skate Bettie, will be attending both events. We'll bring you all the gossip, pictures & details ASAP. Fat Tuesday indeed!

Dust Devil 2007 Champions

Championship Bout:

• Rat City All-Stars : 83
• TRD Saddletramps : 72

Final Top 4:

1. Rat City All-Stars
2. TRD Saddletramps
3. Texas Texecutioners
4. Kansas City Roller Warriors
   

The Top 4 advance to the 2007 WFTDA National Championships in Austin, TX on September 28-30. They will represent the West vs. the top 4 teams in the East.

All I can say is I'll be workin' my ass off to be at Nationals. I wouldn't miss it for the world!

Dust Devil '07 - Day 2

Yesterday, the Texecutioners beat the Sin City Neanderdolls 121 to 49. That's a 72 point blow-out, folks!

In about an hour & a half, the Texecutioners will face off with the Rat City All-Stars out of Seattle for the #1 spot. The bout begins Day 3 at 1pm MST.

Go Texecutioners!!!

SXSW Rollergirl Rampage video trailer

I ♥ this!

Check it out HERE!

"Developed for the Grindhouse Trailer Competitiion at SXSW, ROLLERGIRL RAMPAGE is a faux trailer created in the old Grindhouse tradition. Because of the very limited amount of time we had to create the trailer, it became more of a fun project and an excellent way to test our skills." -TerlinguaFilms.com

This features some of our favorite rollergirls:
Daisy Mae Damage
Axle Rosie
Rollergazm
Knottie Knoxville
Fanny Smack
Honey Homicide
Titz McGee
Hunter
Rocky Casbah

Now, if it were only a full-length feature!

Dust Devil '07 - Day 1

It's D-Day in Tucson...and it's only Day 1 of the Roller Derby Attack!

The ARGB has reporters on the scene, but details are still sketchy at this point. But STAY TUNED! We will bring you pics & 1st hand accounts of what is going on in Arizona.

In the MEAN time, check these sites out:

• Dust Devil 2007
  
• RollerDerbyIsSport Yahoo Group

Benefit for Ginjure Scraps

• WHAT: Benefit for Ginjure Scraps
• WHEN: Tuesday February 20th, 8pm-2am
• WHERE: Spider House, 2908 Fruth St, Austin TX *Map*
  

TXRD's Ginjure Scraps needs your help! Last month, the All Scar Army traveled to Los Angeles to knock a chip off the shoulder of the L.A. Derby Dolls. The ASA successfully completed its mission, but in a practice before the bout, Ginjure broke her leg.

Come on out to Spider House on Tuesday February 20th and help raise funds for her medical expenses. Needless to say, a fun-filled evening will be in store for you! At 9pm, Adrian & The Sickness take the stage, followed by Chalk Outlines at 10pm. The night doesn't end there - stick around to see video footage of the Lonestar Rollergirls kickin' la-la land booty at 11pm! There will also have a raffle going all night long with some great prizes. Remember the ride in a demolition derby they gave away last time? Want to see what's up for grabs this time? There's only one way to find out - join us at Spider House on the 20th!

Click on the Event Poster to view larger size:

Fun Little Rumor!

Come out and see some of your favorite rollergirls and get some good grub and cheap drinks...sounds like a plan!

Unofficial Announcement:
Jackalope is hosting a "non-denominational" appreciation party for rollergirls of both Austin leagues, Wednesday, Feb 21. Free beer and well drinks for skaters and support staff for both leagues, great drink specials for the general public as well, and two for one burgers from their full kitchen (kitchen open 'till 1AM)

Jackalope
404 E 6th Street (at Trinity)
Austin, TX 78701
(512) 469-5801
http://www.jackalopeaustin.com

Help send HELL to Providence!

HELL MARYS, HELL YEAH!

TXRD Valentine's Day Massacre final score!

Hey there derby fans! We're working hard on getting together a play-by-play bout recap posted...complete with pics and videos, but great things take time...so keep checking back...for now, I leave you with my personal favorite pics of the evening...The final score was Holy Rollers: 72 Rhinestone Cowgirls: 43
Peace out and sk8 on! ÅnaRchy

The Bloggers with killer Miss Conduct


The Bloggers with Å's hero, Punky Bruiser


And last, but certainly not least, The Bloggers with the infamous and totally badass Sister Mary Jane

Valentine's Day Massacre TONIGHT!

Tonight, the Rhinestone Cowgirls saddle up again to take on their longtime rivals, the Holy Rollers. This family feud dates back to three consecutive battles for the Calvello Cup, and the hatred between the rowdy roughnecks and the unrepentant school girls runs deeper than the Rio Grande River.

Will the Rollers hog tie the cowgirls and brand them with a big "L" for loser? Or will the cowgirls run the naughty school girls into the mud in a stampede they won't soon forget? Pick your side, load your six shooter, and stake your claim for this one; it's a shoot'em out you won't want to miss!

• Who: Rhinestone Cowgirls vs. Holy Rollers
• When: Sun. Feb. 11, 2007
• Where: Austin Convention Center, 500 East Caesar Chavez, Austin
• Map: http://www.austinconventioncenter.com/Maps/index.htm
• Tickets: http://www.txrd.com/tickets.htm

And the word on the street is:
"Some rollergirls will have stensils with a bad ass message, so wear a shirt you wouldn't mind being spray painted...ssshhhh, don't tell anyone you don't like! :) "

Click on the Event Poster to view larger size:

Texas Rollergirls on LatiNation Tonight!

LatiNation is a nationally syndicated, half-hour program that shines the spotlight on Latin culture in the U.S. The program is broadcast to over 90 markets across the United States, Puerto Rico and the Virgin Islands.

In December, the show's hosts Desi and Jose spent some time with three of the Texas Rollergirls -- Rollin' Sweet, Sedonya Face, and Dagger Deb -- to learn about Flat Track Derby and what makes the Texas Rollergirls such a special organization.

The program airs in Austin on Sunday, February 11 at 1:35 a.m. (that's tonight, folks, at 1:35am) on KEYE -- Channel 42 air or 5 on Time-Warner Cable. Not in Austin? Visit the LatiNation web site to find broadcast times in your area -- or get a sneak peek of the clip here.

• What: Texas Rollergirls on LatiNation
• Date: February 11
• Time: 1:35 a.m.
• Station: KEYE (CBS) - Channel 42 or 5 in Austin

Note: For Dish Network subscribers, LatiNation is a regular show on SITV, or channel 159 on Dish. I can't find a program guide describing any of SITV's events, but be on the lookout.

Get Served by a Texas Rollergirl!

Help the Texecutioners get to Tucson!
And Get Served!
Join the Texas Rollergirls for a drink TODAY, Saturday, February 10, at Wahoo’s Tacos!

You don't want to miss this... a bunch of the Texas Rollergirls will be standing in as bartenders & cocktail waitresses for the night! And you will be appropriately rocked by Karaoke Apocalypse!

All tips will help get the Texecutioners to the Dust Devil Western Regional Tournament February 16 - 18, 2007 in Tucson, AZ so they can kick the butts of Rollergirls from around the country.

• Date: Saturday February 10th
• Time: 10pm - 2am (but come early to eat!)
• Location: Wahoo's Fish Tacos 509 Rio Grande St
• Bands: KARAOKE APOCALYPSE!
• Cover Charge: FREE!!

Your 2007 Texecutioners are:

• Belle Star
• Bettie Rage
• Bloody Mary
• Buckshot Betsy
• Cat Tastrophe
• Cheap Trixie
• Curvette
• Dagger Deb
• Derringer .44
• Electra Blu
• Jen Entonic
• Lady Stardust
• Lucille Brawl
• Muffin Tumble
• Rice Rocket
• Rollin Sweet
• Sic Shooter
• Slim Kickins
• Sparkle Plenty
• Trouble

Click on the Event Poster to view larger size:

* * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * *

The Texecutioners Need You!
You say you love the Texas Rollergirls, now they need you to put your money where your mouth is.

The badass Texecutioners, the 2006 National Flat Track Champions, need to go to the Tucson Dust Devil & to defend their title. This year, the Dust Devil is a Western Regional Tournament, & they are humbly asking for your help to get them there.

They love you 'til it hurts. Now it's your turn to give -- it's a completely painless process. Just use the Paypal button on the Texas Rollergirls website & give them a dollar for everytime they've made you cheer.

TXRD: Holy Rollers VS. The Rhinestone Cowgirls!

Banked track derby fans, this is a bout you ain't gonna wanna miss - there's no love lost between these two teams and I'm sure we'll see plenty of proof come Sunday!

• WHO: Holy Rollers vs. the Rhinestone Cowgirls
• WHERE: Austin Convention Center
• WHEN: Sunday, February 11th
• Doors @ 6pm, Bout @ 7pm
• WHY: If you need to ask, you're on the wrong blog site
• HOW: By the good grace of God

*Tickets are $15 buck-os at the door, or buy 'em early and save some cash-ola! ($13 at Front Gate Tickets, Pronto Food Mart, Headhunter's Tiki Bar, Spiderhouse, Glassy Knoll, The Onion, Lowbrow Emporium & The Texas Chili Parlor)

*Park on the street or in the Convention Center garage (caddy-corner from the Convention Center itself) for $7

Entry fee: $15
Parking: $7
Drinks: $15
Live Roller Derby Action: Priceless.

Texas Rollergirls on BDTV today -- Updated!

If you missed the airing at 5pm today, (hey, we warned ya on Monday!), you can view the episode on the BDTV website. Here is the link:

http://www.bdtelevision.net/index.php?action=1

UPDATE!
The streaming video is now working as of 2/9/07. It works in an Internet Explorer browser because it uses Windows Media Player to stream. I was not able to view the video in Mozilla Firefox at all, my browser of choice.

Enjoy!

Rollergirl Officially Released Today!

The book Rollergirl: Totally True Tales From the Track is now available in every awesome bookstore near you! So skate to your nearest bookstore & pick up a copy.

The book was written by Melissa Joulwan, aka "Melicious", from the Texas Rollergirls. (She rolls for the Hot Rod Honeys.)

You can order the book through the official site: http://www.rollergirlthebook.com. It's also available on Amazon, Barnes & Noble, Borders, & other book stores.

I've already picked up my copies today from Barnes & Noble during my lunch hour. (You will find it in, where else, the Sports section.) It looks really cool. I kept thumbing through it at stop lights on my way back to work. The people behind me were getting REALLY mad. It's already hard to put down & I haven't even started reading it yet. But as soon as I finish it, I will post a book review here.

Texas Rollergirls Happenings

There is ALOT going on this week, especially w/ Tx Rollergirls. (The TXRD report to come soon, never fear.) Here is the 411:

• 2-06-07 : Rollergirl book release.
• 2-07-07 : Texas Rollergirls on BD-TV
• 2-10-07 : Tx Rollergirls Event @ Wahoo's Tacos

Go to http://www.myspace.com/austinrollergirls & view our Official "ARGB Calendar" for all the particulars. However, we'll be posting & reporting the details as they happen on the blog.

FYI, we try to go to as many events as possible. But if you, the fans & rollergirls alike, would like to submit a Guest Blog and/or pictures of bouts, events & appearances, then feel free to submit them to us via Email

If you can't be a Rollergirl, be a Rollergirls Supporter!

The Austin Rollergirls need your support! And you can support both leagues is several ways:

• Go to Bouts!
• Buy Season Tickets!
• Donate!
• Be an Official Sponsor for Tx Rollergirls & TXRD!
  

Bout Tickets

Lonestar Rollergirls (TXRD) Bout Tickets

Texas Rollergirl Bout Tickets


Season Tickets

Lonestar Rollergirls (TXRD) Season Tickets

Texas Rollergirls Season Tickets

Travel Teams

The Texecutioners (scroll down to "The Texecutioners Need You!" post)


Support your local Roller Derby!

Rollergirl Book Available Feb. 6th!

In case you are living under a rock, or perhaps trapped under one, the book Rollergirl: Totally True Tales From the Track will be available, in every awesome bookstore near you, on Tuesday, February 6, 2007! The book was written by Melissa Joulwan, aka "Melicious", from the Texas Rollergirls. (She rolls for the Hot Rod Honeys.)

The book is said to be, (I haven't read it yet, but plan on doing it VERY soon & blogging my book review), both an account of her own experiences in Roller Derby as well as a flat-track "Bible", of sorts, in the art & grassroots craft of starting, managing, & marketing a flat track roller derby. (Check out the interview she gave to the "Rollergirl Blog-father" Wayne Hurlbert radio show on the business behind Roller Derby.)

I, for one, think this book is a fan-fucking-tastic idea! Roller Derby is already growing by leaps & bounds. In the last year alone, the # of Texas based rollergirl leagues has ALMOST doubled. It grew from 8 leagues to 13 from Feb 2006 to Feb 2007. (That includes both banked & flat track Texas leagues...& this is an "unofficial" count & research done by myself, Skate Bettie.)

Yet now, with the publication of Rollergirl, all "any girl" in "anytown, USA" needs to start her own Rollergirl flat track league is a local roller skating rink who is game, a group of kickass ladies, & THIS book. Nice!

You can pre-order the book through the official site: http://www.rollergirlthebook.com. It's also available on Amazon, Barnes & Noble, Borders, & other book stores.

The official Austin book signing is on 2/20/07 at BookPeople, on 6th & Lamar, with Melicious & some of the other Texas Rollergirls. For other appearances, go Here.

Stay Tuned!

Wanna B a Referee 4 TXRD?

Do you want to be a referee for TXRD? Do you like whistles? Do you wish you could wear one of those black & white striped shirts? Do you want to be in the middle of the Roller Derby action?

If you do, contact honeyhomicide@txrd.com for more info.