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Updates...

There is little time to blog regularly, however, I will try to more often now that I am on leave for eight weeks.  In this post;

• PrissKillas go to the Championships!
• PrissKillas vs River Valley Roller Girls - 10/22
• PrissKillas get two newbies
• Race for Grace
• Tobey Skate Park Opening
• Ho!Ho!Ho! Burlesque Show
• St. Jude Marathon

September 10, 2011:

The PrissKillas first time for a shot at the championships.  The PrissKillas lost this game, 74/224.  The game was fun, despite the new strategies used by the Women of Mass Destruction, the PrissKillas managed to eek out 74 points ;).  Here is the program roster from that game, however, I was not included in the program, which makes me kind of sad, given I am an original founder of the league, and the PrissKillas.  Despite the glaring mistake...I forgive the powers that be...it was exciting to go to the championships.

PrissKilla Game Roster actually include:

Courtney Ratts - Captain

Olga Von Detta - Co-Captain

Smackie Chan

Blown Fuse

Anne Tag a Knee

Midnight Choker

Lucifer's Nightmare

Heavy Duty

Susan 4 a Bruisin

Dirty Constance

Hitsy Bitsy

October 22, 2011:

The PrissKillas traveled to Ft. Smith, Arkansas to bout the River Valley Roller Girls.  It was a fun trip, and although we lost, we had a great time.  Here are a few pictures:

Hitsy Bitsy, Gimmemo, Lyndalicious

Nancy Dockery, Hood Ratt, Anne Tag a Knee

Cleveland and Gimmemo

The final score was 154/79 or something in that range!

The PKP roster:

Courtney Ratts - Captain

Olga Von Detta - Co-Captain

Lyndalicious

Chica Bandita

La Sucia

Dirty Constance

Anne Tag a Knee

Heavy Duty

Midnight Choker

Honey Badger - Newbie

Cy D. Fect - Newbie

Hitsy Bitsy

Here is the program, but it seems the skater roster isn't accurate, but that's derby for you.

On to our Newbies!  PrissKillas welcome Cy. D. Fect and Honey Badger, both girls played an extraordinary game for their first time out.  It was amazing to watch their transformation from the beginning of the game to the end of the game.  Amazing.

November 5, 2011:

Memphis Roller Derby participated in a fundraiser Race for Grace for the Church Health Center of Memphis.  The race organizers permitted the derby girls to skate the race, and there was a phenomenal turn out which raised a lot of money for the Church Health Center.

From L to R (top row) Joy D'Vicious, *cannot be named*, Missy, Dirty Constance, Hitsy Bitsy, La Sucia, Terra Torture
From L to R (bottom row) Franny Pack, Pain Dilla, Cy D. Fect, Midtown Mauhler, Lil' Cinner, Honey Badger, Wolf Blitzer, Brains n' Booty

although I look hideously overweight, you can find race photos here.

November 9, 2011:

Official opening of Tobey Skate Park ~ Memphis' first skate park with nearly five years of work by local Dr. and skater, Dr. Aaron Shafer.  The skate park was designed by Wormhoudt, and is a complete success. 

Those are a lot of happy skaters.  I am the girl in black with arms raised in a V. ;)  V = Victory for Memphis progressing.

Moving on...

Upcoming events:  Ho!Ho!Ho! Burlesque show

The burlesque show is an annual even for Memphis Roller Derby and is held at the Hi-Tone.  In previous years it features skaters burlesque routines, although somewhat more tame than than general burlesque shows ;).  

December 3, 2011:

Last, but not least, Memphis Roller Derby is participating in the St. Jude Marathon, both as runners and the league has a spirit station located near Black Lodge Video in Midtown.  If you are a runner and would like to participate for a good cause, please visit St. Jude Marathon website for details.

I think I covered everything...

Support your local roller derby!  Skate or die.

Race for Grace ~ Memphis Roller Derby supports the Church Health Center of Memphis

This Saturday, Memphis Roller Derby is Racing for Grace in support of a local organization that provides affordable health care to those who are without.  The Church Health Center is a non-profit organization that has a walk-in clinic everyday, and charges only $35 per visit, regardless of treatment required.  They also have an orientation in which one may attend, and become a part of the health centers regular program that provides both medical and dental at a sliding scale rate.  For those in our community that cannot afford major health care, this organization is a blessing.  If you would like to join the Race for Grace you can register here.

WREG, a long-time supporter of Memphis Roller Derby took the time to help promote this event, please join this great cause.

Enjoy the video!
Race for Grace Skaters! via WREG Live at 9

Atom Protective Gear

I am really excited about these!  Actually, waiting desperately for these pads to emerge.  I have tried so many skate pads, most of which are extremely bulky, slip, not geared for roller derby at all.  They are somewhat pricey, but it may be they use Kevlar.  Regardless, I will be purchasing and reviewing these asap!  Thank you Atomatrix for designing a pad made for women playing this sport...and although, I am an advocate of a good jam is when you don't fall down, I am curious how these pads stand up to a brutal beating of knock downs.  Time will tell!  If you are interested in purchasing them, they are sold through local retailers, although, the last time I tried, the Atom website did not have a purchase key.  For those who live in Memphis, try http://www.bluescityskates.com

WFTDA Live regional and national tournaments

The Woman's Flat Track Derby Association now has the capability to broadcast live derby via your PC or smart phone!! Very exciting for the derby world. If you want to watch the final day of the South Central Regionals catch it live on http://www.wftda.com

Double-Header! Tomorrow, August 20, 2011

Memphis Roller Derby presents:

Double-Header August 20th, 2011

Angels of Death vs. Scenic City (Chattanooga)
Women of Mass Destruction vs. Tulsa Derby Brigade

Doors Open at 5, First Bout Starts at 6

Adults $10, Kids 5-12 $5, Kids 4 & under free

Beer, Concessions and MRD merch available for purchase.

Mid-South Fairgrounds, Pipkin Building

After the game, continue the fun at Rock for Love a fundraising benefit for the Church Health Center.  The Church Health Center provides low-cost medical care for people without health insurance and is the primary care provider for local musicians in Memphis.  Here is a link: Rock for Love.

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PrissKillas take the lead ~ 125 PKP / AOD 39

On July 16th, the PrissKilla Prezleys faced off against the Angels of Death, home teams (aka inter league) teams of Memphis Roller Derby. 

The PrissKillas brought it together rotating recent players, recovering from injuries, Lyn-da-licious, with newbies (well kinda a newbie) Dirty Constance (me) and Hitsy Bitsy, and travel team players (who played a game just one hour before this game) inter-changing line-ups to give everyone ample track time and gain experience. 

Experience is exactly the result.  The Angels of Death and the PrissKilla Prezleys played hard.  Several new skaters drafted to the Women of Mass Destruction, picked up the game with the Angels, which added a dynamic to the game.  The Angels of Death named PKP Hitsy Bitsy (aka Emily Evans)

 the MVP for the PrissKillas, and the PrissKillas named Stephanie Kurtz as MVP for the Angels.

The result of this game propels the PrissKilla Prezleys into the September inter-league championship bout.  This is the first time from the creation of Memphis Roller Derby in 2006, that the PrissKilla Prezleys have a chance to take home the championship trophy.  Wish them (us) luck.  The Women of Mass Destruction are a tour DE force, and regardless of the championship outcome...we (all the girls of MRD) will have a great time!