Roller Derby

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What Is Roller Derby?

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The Zany History of Roller Derby

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Punches, kicks, elbows, helmets used in place of chairs, tossing an opponent over the top rail to the concrete floor. Roller Games promoted a ‘good vs. evil’ morality play during interviews, and the next event at an arena near you was always hyped. It was these extracurricular activities that made roller derby an alternative to us die-hard wrestling fans in the ’60s and early ’70s.

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Roller Derby

The Contact Sport Like Wrestling on Wheels!

What Is Roller Derby?

The Zany History of Roller Derby

So, What does Roller Derby have to do with wrestling?

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