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.

September 2010 Featured Skater: Anya Heels

September 1, 2010

For a skater who played her home team championship game in front of a record setting 7,000 fans at the Key Arena; Anya is incredibly humble. That humility is part of her charm as this fierce skater is also known for knocking girls into the stands. When you hear that she's on your heels you better hope it's not Anya Heels as her speed an agility can take the unprepared by surprise. Learn more about this lady who was one of the MVP nominees in DNN's Best of 2009 Reader Poll.

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August 2010 Featured Skater: Bonnie Thunders

August 1, 2010

As a blocker, when you hear "Bonnie Thunders" being called as the opposing jammer hitting the line; you get a little nervous. Of course you'd be just as nervous when she sets up next to you in the pack as an opposing blocker. Learn more about this 2008 WFTDA Championship MVP and skate shop owner here...

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July 2010 Featured Skater: The Prosecutor

July 5, 2010

The Prosecutor is known for her mad blocking skills along with some jamming-on-the-side for Houston Roller Derby. What you may not know is this amazing skater also blows the whistle for every Texas Rollergirls home game! Take a moment to learn more about how this real life trial attorney lives and breathes roller derby.

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June 2010 Featured Skater: Annie Maul

June 5, 2010

Annie Maul of 2007 WFTDA Champs, Kansas City Roller Warriors, is one of the best all-around players in roller derby—a double threat as a powerful blocker and a speedy jammer—and admired by skaters around the world. Take some time to learn how truly inspirational Annie Maul is to the entire derby community.

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April 2010 Featured Skater: Frida Beater

April 1, 2010

Co-captain of the Rocky Mountain Rollegirls, Frida Beater helped her team, 5280 Fight Club, take the number two spot at the 2009 WFTDA Western Playoffs, securing a place in the 2009 WFTDA Championships for the first time in the league's long history, and eventually placing 4th in the nation.

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Real. Strong. Athletic. Revolutionary.