We look back on a big year for us. Read more
Our favourite photos from 2014
How Roller Derby Became My Christmas Saviour
Christmas is indeed special. The air is getting colder, the streets in town are busier, resonating with the sound of people scrambling in shops to secure their loved ones that all important gift …but I find at Christmas time life takes its toll on my moral fibre. Read more
All I want for Christmas – Present ideas for the roller derby obsessive
So, you lucky thing, you – there’s a roller derby girl, or boy, in your life! Obviously, they’re rather awesome and this Christmas you’ll want to show them how much they mean to you by lavishing them with gifts. Thankfully, just for you, we’ve compiled a list of the most awesome roller derby presents that money can buy. Read more
Wheely Good Friends: You’ll Never Skate Alone
I’m stood with a group of people I’ve never met before. I look like an idiot. I’ve got all my pads on – but I’m still in my trainers. It’s OK though because the others are in the same boat. I know absolutely no one in the room. This is an introvert’s worst nightmare. This is my worst nightmare! Read more
The Rookie Guide to Learning Roller Derby Rules
Having spoken to a number of my fellow ‘Fresh Meat’ members – and indeed a number of the coaches and players – I can say that nothing seems to elicit a nervous laugh like the mention of The Rules. Read more
Beating Pad Stink
It’s very difficult to play roller derby without getting sweaty. But hey! Comparing sweat marks after practice is one of the perks, right?! One of the downsides to this is stinky pads; so I wrote this little guide on how I battle pad stink! Read more
Game Report: SSRG vs NRG, TIL vs SSB
Last weekend saw a double-header at the Ponds Forge International Sports Centre where the Nottingham Roller Girls took-on the Sheffield Steel Roller Girls, and the Super Smash Brollers played The Inhuman League. Read more
Confronting Our Derby Fears
While contemplating the idea of confronting fears, I asked a few of our league members to tell me about their derby fears, and how they hoped to overcome them. Read more
Game Review: NRG vs. WHR
With NRG set to play in the last game of the day they were up against an old foe, Wolverhampton Honour Rollers. Last time NRG met WHR they won 229 – 138. With this in mind, and 2nd place within reach, the pressure was on. Read more
So – you want to get better at roller derby?
As a beginner’s coach, I often see people focused on ‘minimum skills’ or leave practice saying ‘I must get better at skating!’. Heck, I say it to myself most weeks. (And on a good week, when I’m not so busy with work, I train up to 4 days a week!) But what does it REALLY take to be better at roller derby? Below are a few pointers in the right direction… Read more