Featured Skater of the Month

WFTDA boasts many of the most exceptional athletes in roller derby today. The skaters showcased here have demonstrated a keen competitive edge, strong passion for the sport, and outstanding sportsmanship. Just like the Women's Flat Track Derby Association, these skaters are Real. Strong. Athletic. Revolutionary.

July 2011 Featured Skater: Crackerjack

July 7, 2011

She's been rolling since 2004 and, since the beginning, has contributed to the massive growth and changes in the organization of women’s flat track roller derby. From founding a league, to three years as WFTDA President, over 100 games and many more pranks, she's been a leader, an inspiration, and a lot of fun through it all. Read on to learn more about Crackerjack…

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June 2011 Featured Skater: Punchy O’Guts

June 8, 2011

When Punchy O’Guts isn’t making her teammates laugh, she’s busy wreaking havoc on the track. As a captain of the Port Authorities, Maine Roller Derby’s WFTDA charter team, Punchy O’Guts has learned a lot about leading by example. The fact that the Port Authorities have never rostered more than 12 skaters, and still manage to hold the 9th place in the WFTDA Eastern Regional Rankings, makes you realize there is a lot more to this skater than a sense of humor. Learn more about Punchy O’Guts…

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May 2011 Featured Skater: Maiden America

May 2, 2011

While you most likely won’t find her flinging a stiletto heel at her opponents, Maiden America is happy to do some of her own blocking when donning the jammer star. This longtime freestyle skater moved from inlines to quads, and the Naptown Roller Girls are glad she made the switch. Learn more about what makes Maiden America push herself to the limit…

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April 2011 Featured Skater: Leia Flat

April 4, 2011

While she only occasionally dons the jammer star, this derby girl has lead by example, working hard at the basics, until she has become a star. If you’re not careful on the track, she’s likely to lay you flat on your back. Off the track, she is still a Tampa Bay Derby Darlin, especially when wrangling her middle school students. Learn more about Leia Flat here…

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March 2011 Featured Skater: Pia Mess

March 1, 2011

Making roller derby skaters everywhere uneasy since 2004, Pia Mess is a triple threat on the track. She started her career as Rat City’s league MVP, and has appeared in tournaments from Bumberbout 2006 to Dust Bowl 2010. Now skating for Silicon Valley, she continues to keep opposing skaters on their toes with her hard hits and smart play. Learn more about the affliction that is Pia Mess.

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Real. Strong. Athletic. Revolutionary.