Roller Derby

Have you been to Roller Derby yet? If not, WEEKENDSwithWHITNEY will show you what you've been missing.

Roller Derby has been around since the 1940's, if you can believe it? It is an intense/action packed game played with many rules.

Watch as WHITNEY joins the Windy City Rollers in a scrimmage, on this weekends show. Can't picture Whit in the Roller Derby scene? Well, then that's even more reason to watch!

Wendy Vestevich (AKA MINERVA DAMAGE), Hell's Belles Skater, gives Whit a skating lesson on the basics of form and footwork. Find out who's who and what's what of scoring using the JAMMER, BLOCKER, and the PIVOT.

Jason Thompson (AKA ADMIRAL SNACKBAR), a referee, explains why he became involved in the sport and what's it like to be a male referee in a woman's sport. He also clarifies some of the rules in an easy-to-understand way.

Katie Calhoun (AKA MYA SSAULT) is the team captain of Hell's Belles and a skater on the All Stars Travel Team. She shares her insights on the sport and how her entire life and body image has changed, thanks to Roller Derby.

Last, but definitely not least, Abbey Palagi (AKA ABBEY) is the team captain of the Double Crossers and a skater with the Second Wind Travel Team. Abbey discusses how Roller Derby affected her friendships and relationships and improved her overall health. Also, she shares how the sport promotes female empowerment through healthy athletic competition.

This is an action packed episode you have to see you believe. Be sure to post your thoughts on Whitney joining the Roller Derby girls in a scrimmage, on our Facebook or Twitter!

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