***We have a few extra skates and pads for try-outs, however if you want to come prepared we suggest www.sincityskates.com buy skates from a skater!***
Who can join the O-Town Derby Dames League?
Insured ladies of 18 and over may join our crew of well-wheeled hellions as team skaters. For further info and to sign up please contact our Recruiting Liaison at recruitment@otownderbydames.com
If you're not sure about skating there's still lots of room for you!
Men and women 18 and over may join in a variety of roles including:
Referee
Stat Trackers
Bout Production, and much more
Anyone of any age can help support ODD through promoting, fundraising, sponsoring, and attending events and matches.
What are the rules?
HOLY MOLY! What a question! The rules are pretty extensive. GO to www.wftda.com to check out the rules of roller derby!
What if I get hurt?
It is a full-contact sport so it's not if you get hurt, it's when you get hurt!
Pulled muscles, sprains, dislocations, and broken bones can and will happen in roller derby. This is why protective gear and USARS insurance are required.
We also train, stretch and practice falling to help reduce injuries and their severity.
How much time will it take?
Practice, scrimmages and bouts take a considerable time commitment.
Practices are held on Mondays, Tuesdays, and Thursdays for 2-3 hours each.
Once in the league and on a team, a minimum attendance expectation is still required to skate in bouts or take full advantage of the benefits offered to skaters by the league.
How much does it cost?
The biggest expense will be for your equipment (skates and protective gear) and USARS insurance. The league charges monthly dues to help pay for league expenses like rink rental. Those dues only kick in after your first 30 days, when you have decided to join the league indefinately!
What equipment do I need?
Helmet
Knee Pads
Wrist Guards
Elbow Pads
Mouth Guard
We recommend contacting www.sincityskates.com for a Rookie Package where you can get all your gear at once!
Is roller derby fake?
The flat-track roller derby we play is a real sport with no choreographing. Roller derby is an aggressive full-contact sport and our skaters consider themselves athletes. We train accordingly, practicing several times a week, to keep our skills up to speed and our bodies trained for the grueling workout. We also like to keep a sense of humor, with our snazzy uniforms and saucy names. After all, the real reason we play the game is because it's so much FUN!
What if I'm too small or too big?
In roller derby their is no such thing as too big or too small! Our skaters come in all shapes and sizes and the training you get with our league will get you in shape to play!
What if I haven't been on skates ever or in a while?
We only expect a basic skill level at try outs: crossovers, stopping, decent endurance, along with a willingness to work and push yourself
If you're thinking of trying out, strap on your skates as soon as possible and wear 'em as often as possible. Hit the roller rink, skate around the park or your driveway (while wearing your pads!). Just get comfortable on your wheels and start building up your muscles and endurance.
Where can I find out more about roller derby?
We suggest the following websites, also Google has plenty of information regarding roller derby:
Just what is O-Town Derby Dames (O.D.D.)?
O.D.D. is a skater-run organization formed in late 2008. Now in our 2nd season we hold All-Girl Flat-Track Roller Derby Bouts which include music, a featured charity, raffles and contests.
When are tryouts?
Tryouts are normally held the 1st Monday of each month however this is not set, our try-outs are set based on the time we have to train Fresh Meat. Email Tsunami Bombshell at recruitment@otownderbydames.com to sign up and find out what you need to bring!
