Carson City roller derby scrimmage fundraiser a throwback to Eighties
Sierra Regional Roller Derby bestowed a crowd at the Carson Community Center Gym Saturday with an afternoon full of fanny packs, fishnets, big hair and bruises at the Eighties-themed mixer scrimmage match.
The event featured many rookie skaters and was a nice opportunity for practice and fundraising.
Referee Kristina Penn said, “It’s always great to see new skaters get experience.”
Derby merchandise was available for purchase at the event with proceeds going toward a future permanent home and practice space for Sierra Regional Roller Derby.
“It was great because it brought together the Derby community from Reno to Sonora and in between,” said Jolie “Deadamame” D’Ascoli of the Sierra Regional Roller Derby team.
Skaters of all skill levels were welcomed to meet on the track, dividing into beginner, intermediate and advanced skill level scrimmages.
The participants were decked out in eighties attire sporting leg warmers, crimped hair, and yes, fanny packs.
Following the adult scrimmage, the Carson Junior Victory Rollers presented the Spring Fling roller derby bout against the Santa Cruz Derby Groms Saltwater Sassies.
The Carson Victory Rollers are hosting a bingo night fundraiser to support local roller derby at Battle Born Social at 318 N Carson Street on Friday, April 20 from 7 to 10 p.m.
This is a family friendly event with a $2 taco special and a $5 beer special for adults.
On Sunday, April 22 the Carson Victory Rollers will be hosting the Key Club Knock Out scrimmage.
All level skaters, adults and juniors that have passed minimum skills requirements are welcome to play. The community is invited to attend.
A $5 entry fee and any additional donations will benefit the Carson High School Key Club. Doors will open at 2:30 p.m. with first whistle at 3 p.m. at the Carson Community Center Gym located at 850 E. William St.
Those interested in following local and regional roller derby may visit Sierra Regional Roller Derby here, or Carson Victory Rollers, here.
Facebook users can follow the following pages: Carson Victory Rollers, Carson Junior Victory Rollers, Sierra regional roller derby and battle born derby demons.
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