Why I Do Derby

So many people ask me why I do derby. Why I would put up with all these loud mouth women and angry bench coaches jumping all in my grits. My family wonders how I find the time to waste on such a thing when I work 40+ hours a week, sell AVON on the side, am taking a full class load this semester, have new baby girl and hubby at home. While all of the above is gratifying (minus the grits business) - roller derby is my release.




I deal with an unbelievable amount of stress on a daily basis. I deal with so many rude, asinine, ignorant, arrogant, severely negative people every single day that I would go completely and utterly bonkers if I didn't have roller derby in my life. If I didn't have a means to vent my anger and frustration at this cruel and unjust world. You would probably find me on the news on some vigilantly rampage. So be very glad I have roller derby in my life!



I'd much rather deal with angry bench coaches and loud mouth skaters than the some of the reps I have to deal with at work. At least I know that the skaters would buy me a shot at the after party.



Another reason are the women I get to meet and bond with. Women who, yes come from all different walks of life, but I find that many of us are walking the same path or have already been down the path. So many women to share encouragement, strength, and a drink with. I wouldn't be the person I am today with out meeting and skating with these ladies!



ROLLER GIRLS RULE!