Roller Derby 101: Bestie, It’s Time to Roll! 🚀🕺🏀
Hey bestie, have you ever watched roller derby and thought, "Wait, what is even happening?!" Because, same. But don’t worry—I got you! Roller derby is like the ultimate mix of speed, strategy, and full-contact chaos (with skates on). And since we’re all about supporting women who run the world, let’s talk about the women who roll it. 🌟🏆🥳
So grab a snack, maybe a cute Let’s Roll tee (wink wink), and let’s break down the basics of this epic sport.
First Things First: The Roller Derby Basics 💀✨
A roller derby game (aka a bout) is played between two teams on an oval track. Each team has five players on the track at a time, including one superstar called the jammer and four blockers. Think of blockers like your ride-or-die squad trying to protect their own jammer while also ruining the other team’s plans.
The game is broken down into short rounds called jams, which last up to two minutes. (If you’ve ever sprinted for two minutes straight, you know that’s intense.)
How Do You Score? (No, Not Like That) 🎯💪🔮
Only the jammer (look for the one with a star on their helmet!) can score points. Their goal? Skate past as many opposing players as possible. After the first lap, every opponent they pass is one point for their team.
BUT WAIT—there’s a power move called Lead Jammer Status. If a jammer is the first one to break through the pack without committing a penalty, they can call off the jam early by dramatically tapping their hips. (Drama queen energy? We love to see it.)
Who's Who on the Track? 🙋♀️
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Jammer 🌟 – The speedy baddie with the star on their helmet, scoring points like a pro.
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Blockers ⚡ – The defensive squad stopping the other jammer while making a path for their own.
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Pivot 🎭 – A blocker with a stripe on their helmet—if the jammer gets tired (relatable), they can pass the star to the pivot to take over.
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Pack 🧠 – The biggest cluster of blockers skating together; this is where the magic (and madness) happens.
It’s Giving: Big Contact Sport Energy 💨🏏🤸♀️
Roller derby isn’t just a vibe—it’s a full-contact sport. Blockers can hip check, shoulder check, and strategically body people (but no punching, sorry bestie). The legal “engagement zone” is 20 feet ahead and behind the pack, meaning you have to be close enough to play defense.
And yes, there are penalties. No tripping, no back-blocking (slamming into someone’s back), and no wild elbow flailing. But other than that? It’s a battle on wheels.
Meet Our Fave Team: Southern Indiana Roller Derby! 🛏️🕺🏆
We’re rolling deep with Southern Indiana Roller Derby (SO IN Roller Derby)—a fierce, all-women’s team that brings the heat to every bout! These athletes are out here crushing it, and we’re beyond excited to support them.
👀 Want to see them in action? Join us at their next bout! 📅 March 23rd – We’ll be there, heart glasses on and cheering loud! 📍 Get your tickets & learn more here: https://www.soinrollerderby.com/
Why You NEED to See a Bout IRL 👀🎤🌟
Watching roller derby live is like stepping into a world where women are absolute powerhouses on skates. It’s loud, it’s fast, and it’s impossible not to get hyped. Plus, supporting local roller derby means putting more money into the wallets of women—aka, the entire mission of Woman-Owned Wallet.
And because we love a cute game-day lewk, we’re rocking heart-shaped sunglasses at Southern Indiana Roller Derby games so players can See the Love from the track. (You wearing them? Instant icon status.) 💖✨
Let’s Roll, Bestie! 🎶⛸️💡
If you’ve never been to a roller derby bout, this is your official invite to come scream your heart out for these fierce athletes. And if you’re already a derby fan? Grab your WOW heart glasses, a Let’s Roll tee, and let’s show up loud.
👉 Check out our Roller Derby Collection here [insert link] 👉 Get your tickets & meet us at the March 23rd bout! https://www.soinrollerderby.com/
🏀 Because whether you’re rolling on eight wheels or rolling up to the stands, supporting women’s sports is always in style.
See you trackside, bestie! 💕
Amanda Dare