Season Opener - Nov 28th!

Posted on November 17, 2009

by AK-40oz.

The 5th Season opener brings you the finest in knock-down/drag-out derby!  The reigning Champions, the PistolWhippers face off against their nemesisters, The D-Funk All Stars in a rematch of last year’s Champ bout.

Everyone who was lucky enough to get tickets to the sold-out slugfest witnessed what everyone confidently called “the best game of derby played in Detroit yet!”  It went down to the final jam when Sarah “KillBox” Hipel edged out Sista Slit’chya for the ‘Whippers 2nd turn hoisting ‘Olive’ (aka The RS Cup).

Both teams return with most of their vets and even more national experience.  In the travel season Sista has tied and broken house and national records jamming for Detroit, and all your favorites have been handing out beatdowns across the nation.  This weekend they travel to Philly for their 2nd shot at WFTDA supremecy!  They’ll take on the current champs - Gotham Girls Roller Derby - on Friday night.  Check out www.derbynewsnetwork.com for the live boutcast!

Make sure you pick up your tickets for the home opener asap!  Every home bout for the past 2 seasons has SOLD OUT so make sure you ensure your seat for the 2009-2010 Season Opener!!!  Its guaranteed to be an epic match between two teams that have played to the final jam or overtime nearly every time they’ve met!

WHIP IT Opens in Theaters Oct 2

Posted on September 14, 2009

Fox Searchlight
9.11.09

DREW BARRYMORE’S ON TOUR! And now may be YOUR chance to meet her at one of the many WHIP IT events taking place across the country soon. Get the deets here, and stay tuned for regular updates. (See pics of her recent stop in Boston here.)

WHIP IT Online: Explore the World Of Roller Derby Join the roller derby community NOW by making a name for yourself at Whip-It.net. There you can locate a real roller derby team near you and where you can go to support them the next time they compete! Plus, win a pair of skates signed by Ellen Page simply by signing up now!

And There’s Lots More WHIP IT News… New photos and interviews with Drew and Ellen Page in the latest issues of Marie Claire, Vs and Time Out NY magazines; meet a 53-year-old librarian (slash roller derby hellion) from Akron, Ohio named “Mega Beth“; watch this special behind-the-scenes video of Drew discussing her movie - and see the official poster.

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Register now for Derby! U - Sept 12-13, 2009

Posted on August 22, 2009

The Detroit Derby Girls will be hosting Derby! U, a two day workshop open to all roller derby leagues.  Click here to download the registration packet.

What is Derby! U

Derby! U started as a 2-day weekend workshop (Derby 101) to teach our potential recruits all about roller derby and the Detroit Derby Girls.  While Derby 101 will continue in the future, we were contacted by other local leagues to see if they could attend.  Since it was our first time, we decided to hold off…but now we’re ready to rock…and roll of course!

 

When is Derby! U taking place?

Saturday, September 12^th 9 am-6:30 pm; *BONUS* scrimmage Sunday, September 13^th 2-4 pm

 

Where?

The Masonic Temple in downtown Detroit where we play our bouts.  500 Temple St., Detroit MI.

 

How much does it cost?

$75 per skater; $50 per staff member; 20% discount ($15 off) if you bring a group of 10 or more people from your league (please send Racer McChaseHer an e-mail at sk8namy@yahoo.com for more information on group discounts).

 

What does the $75 cover?

A sweet Derby! U t-shirt, lunch, some light snacks, 6 hours of “courses,” an “after camp special” at the Magic Stick/Majestic Theatre (one of our after party venues) with NO cover, FREE bowling, $1 pizza slices, $2 Miller Lite and High Life bottles, a FREE techno show upstairs on the outside terrace, and a FREE rock ‘n roll benefit in the theatre.

 

*BONUS*  We will be having our Sunday afternoon “Black ‘n Blue” scrimmage taking place from 2-4 pm.  Come as early as 1 pm to warm up and stretch out.  Full scrimmage (with refs, penalty timers, etc.) starts at approximately 2 pm and runs until 4 pm. 

 

Is there anything else going on that weekend?

Yes.  If you feel the need for speed, we have a speed skating practice the next morning about 30 min from the venue from 8-10 am.  There is an additional cost of $5 to attend.

 

If you don’t think you’ll be able to crawl out of bed that early then you can wait until Sunday afternoon and hit up scrimmage and then come watch Detroit’s Motor City Disassembly Line take on the Gem City Rollergirls from Dayton at Riverside Arena in Livonia (36635 Plymouth Rd) on Sunday, September 13^th at 6:30 pm.  Admission is $5 for the bout at Riverside.

 

What you need to bring with you?

Helmet, elbow pads, knee pads, wrist guards, mouth guard, skates, WATER BOTTLE , willingness to learn, positive attitude, and some spending $$$ for pizza and beer afterwards.

 

How can I pay?

By cash on Sat. Sept. 12^th (but please submit your registration form by Sept. 5^th so we know that you are coming) or pay by check when you mail your registration form to Cookie Rumble.

 

Need a place to stay for the night?   Any other questions?

Email Racer McChaseHer at sk8namy@yahoo.com with any other questions, comments, concerns or if you are looking somewhere to crash for the night.

Brawl of America - Sep 18-20, 2009

Posted on July 19, 2009

It’s that time again!  Detroit is heading to the WFTDA North Central Regionals in Saint Paul, MN.  The region’s top 10 teams will compete for 3 slots in the Nationals tournament which will be held at the Philadelphia Convention Center Nov 13-15, 2009. Check out the Brawl of America website, hosted by the Minnesota Rollergirls for further details. Regionals tickets available online at ticketmaster.com.

DDG Welcomes Potential Recruits With New Program

Posted on June 9, 2009

The Detroit Derby Girls are proud to announce its developement of a new training program for new recruits, Here, Racer McChasHer explains: 

Derby! U: Where our recruits learneverything they need to know about Detroit roller derby

by Racer McChaseHer 

      Derby! U is our *new* 2-day weekend workshop to teach our potentialrecruits all about roller derby and the Detroit Derby Girls.  Currently, we have upwards of 60 womensigned up to attend our open recruitment on Monday, June 8^th.  They will come and sign the paperworkrequired to tryout and then observe how our league practices are run.  The following weekend they will attendDerby! U and learn everything they need to know to become a derby girl.  This includes the essential equipmentto play derby, the skills necessary to pass tryouts, the time and moneycommitment required to help run the league, and everything in between. 

     Following Derby! U, the recruits willattend tryouts on Mon. June 15^th and Wed. June 17^th to beevaluated on basic skating skills. You must be able to skate sufficiently to enter our Fresh Meat BootCamp.  Recruits that pass theinitial skills testing will be invited back to start our Fresh Meat BootCamp.  Once our recruits completethe 12-week boot camp, they will be required to pass another skills test (thisone including derby skills).  Oncethey have passed skills testing, and have had a chance to scrimmage with theleague, these former recruits could possibly be placed on one of our 4 hometeams. 

     Wouldn’t you like to attendDerby! U?  Contact HR@detroitderbygirls.com if you areinterested in becoming a Detroit Derby Girl.  Our next open recruitment won’t be until the fall but youcan get your information in now so you don’t miss out!

 

Send a DDG Bout Program Shout-out!

Posted on April 20, 2009

Derby fans can finally be part of the action!  Praise your favorite derby girl, tell your mom how special she is, or ask your lover to marry you.  Express yourself in 10
lines or less, and, for a small fee of only $5 per line of text, your words will be published in the Detroit Derby Girls program.  All monies received will go toward
supporting the Detroit Derby Girls, and making the best of your derby experience.
*Remember* fans we are a family oriented organization, so keep it P.C.  For information on how you can get involved contact:  sponsorship@detroitderbygirls.com  or visit the
recruitment table at the bout for details.

Detroit Derby Girls on NBC!

Posted on February 3, 2009

Detroit Derby Girls on NBC!The Biggest Loser, a major network weight loss show,  filmed the Detroit Derby Girls training one of the show’s contestants. Look for DDG’s try-out session on NBC February 17, 2009! Check your local cable listings for times and channel.

Recent News from DDG

Posted on February 3, 2009

First, CONGRATS to our Detroit All-Stars for their win against ST. Louis’ Arch Rival Roller Girls! And to our fans for selling out the FIRST travel team game in DDG history!  See ya at the next bout! In the meantime here is some cool stuff going on in the Detroit derby world.

This is a reminder to send in your votes for Skater of the Month and Editor Pick-Photo of  the Month!

Skater of the Month - Vote for a Detroit Derby Girl and tell us why your skater of choice  should be picked!

Photo of the Month- Have you worn a DDG shirt in an odd place? See one of our stickers somewhere cool?  Send in cool DDG related photos and it may be picked for Photo of the Month!  All photos should be high res, please. No crazy nudie shots either! (For many reasons, there are no cameras or video allowed at bouts. If you are a photographer/ videographer and would like to film a game, please email PR@detroitderbygirls.com. Any unauthorized pictures taken at bouts will not be chosen.)
Send all submissions to newsletter@detroitderbygirls.com!

Signing up for the newsletter is easy! Just email newsletter@detroitderbygirls.com with the subject line “sign me up!”
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You will find the ladies of the DDG making an appearance at this year’s The Dirty Show February 6-8! visit www.dirtyshow.org or www.detroitderbygirls.com for details.

Don’t forget about Valentine’s Day!
Any date would appreciate the affordable fun of watching the Devil?s Night Dames take on the D-Funk All-Stars on February 14th! Get your tickets early, games have been selling out! www.ticketmaster.com or www.detroitderbygirls.com

The Detroit Travel Team All-Stars need your help!
The Travel Team, who represent the  Detroit derby machine nationally, need support paying for cross-country trips for WFTDA bouts and tournaments, uniforms, etc. They will be getting hot at Mongolian BBQ in Royal Oak on February 17th! The ladies will act as guest grillers and part of the proceeds will be donated to the DDG Travel Team. It begins at 6pm. Tickets are $25 adults/$12 kids. Prices include bowl, soup, salad, a non-alcoholic beverage, tips, and taxes! Come out and get these ladies on the road! Visit our website for more details.

DDG on Derby News Network

Posted on January 30, 2009

Grace Killy did a nice write up on Derby News Network previewing Saturday’s bout between the Detroit Derby Girls and Arch Rival Roller Girls.

Roller Derby in The New York Times

Posted on January 30, 2009

 Roller derby gets some play in The New York Times.

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