My name is Beaux Toxx, and I ref for Charm City Roller Girls in Baltimore. Or at least I try to. lol. I have been w them for about a year- and prior to that had not skated since high school. I was skating socially in HS, and some one pushed me from behind, causing me to fall, and when I landed, I sat on my right foot, snapping my fibia, tibia and ankle. I was in a full leg cast for 9 months, and a below the knee for another 4 months. So mentally- I have some fears- but have spent the past year getting more comfortable on my skates, and finding just an amazing amount of insipration in the sport.

I first fell in love with it in 05 in Philly, when I saw my first bout- which was the Penn Jersey She Devils- it was really the beginning for them, I think maybe even their first bout- but I was in love at first sight. After that, I began watching the philly girls- who drew more out of state teams, so I was lucky enough to see some amazing teams skate in philly. I moved to baltimore 2 years ago, not knowing a soul, and volunteered at the bouts as a way of forcing myself to be social. And to meet people, and I did. Then I decided I needed to skate, and reffing was the right place for me. It allows me to attend any and all of the teams practices, if I have the time, but my own requirements are much less, which works with my insane work schedule,

That said, I love the sport, and it accounts for much of my exercise. I have also found MFP thru derby friends..

I found myself covered in goose bumps and my eyes full of tears watching montreal playing london this september in my home arena- it kind of made me realize how massive this is, and how amazing these woman are- we do this just for the love.

But I digress... I'm glad there is a group set up here- bc we need more derby love!!!!

Hey! I'm Malicious Kitty, I skate for the Muddy River Rollers in Moncton New Brunswick. I didn't think there were any Roller Derby groups on here until I found this one I have been playing for 1 year this month and I love it!!!! I am totally addicted lol. It`s nice to see others who are as enthused as I am about the sport.

I'm Acacia Finest (like the tank...) with Rideau Valley Roller Girls in Ottawa and I had left my league to NSO and volunteer. Injuries and trouble getting back at it... I was on the home team - Riot Squad. I was skating for a year before injuries, and bouted and did LOTS of scrimmaging.

I started derby and it got me nice and fit, and I love it like an addiction that's positive. Without it my fitness plan is lacking (as is my therapy) and I'm going back in January. I may have to re-do fresh meat (yet to be seen) but at least in January I will be insured. Hooray!!!

Other than that, I am low-carbing, and wondering how that will fit in with my roller derby. Maybe some vega performance drink or some minor additions on practice days?

Good to see you all here.

One of our league girls is on team canada (Soul Rekker) and I'm looking forward to World Cup (I have my tickets and I'm just about to book my hotel!)

I'm Red Hot Redneck, Ref with Grand Raggidy Roller Girls in Grand Rapids, MI. I used to be a skater, but due to some minor injuires, home life interruptions and a few other reasons, I transitioned to Ref this last May.

Thanks, I will make sure to supplement protein on training days. I'm planning to put in some running before skates, so that should let me know what my fatigue is etc. I'm eating some healthy veggies, so that's a plus!!

Hi,

I'm Bling It On from the Dub City Derby Girls in Palm Beach County, Florida. I am one of the founders of our team that started just shy of 2 years ago! We are about to enter into Season 2 this coming February and I'm very excited to play! After training for Season 1 for 9 months I ended up preggo and had to sit it out we ended our Inagrual seaon with a 7 and 5 record!!

I am now back and READY TO GO!!!!

ck us out at www.dubcityderbygirls.com

xoxoxo,
Bling aka Vicky the Sh0ewh0re7