...is everything really.
But specifically, I've been mulling over something.
I never played sports as a child, other than those I was forced to in my Phys Ed curriculum (which, let's face it, there weren't a lot, I went to art school). When I arrived at middle school, I briefly entertained the notion of trying out for a sport. But you need to know how to do a sport before you can try out. Even cheerleading has basic requirements, which I lacked.
But roller derby? You don't need to know how the game is played, or even how to skate. If you have the desire to do it and a good attitude, we'll teach you the rest. You'll learn the game and how to play it.
Roller derby is unique in that aspect. Any adult female (and in some places, male) can pick up a pair of skates and some safety equipment and be well on her way to playing roller derby.
I want to thank roller derby for being so open. For allowing me, who participated in musical theatre and dance in school over sports, to start playing a team sport at 19 and allow my drive to propel me to our charter team.
Also, welcome to all the Charlotte Roller Girls new recruits. I hope you love the sport as much as I do.
Yay derby!
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