THE BRADENTUCKY BOMBER GIRLS
(and Guys):

The dictionary defines "team" as: "a group of people linked in a common purpose," and that may be true, but around here, we just define it as: "FUN!"

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The bottom line is, when the Bradentucky Bombers are not busily trying to knock you on your ass, we're the nicest bunch of girls you could ever want to meet, on the track or off, and this "The Team" page is a great chance for you to put some names with those fabulous faces you've seen kicking butts in our bouts, plus, we girls have all posted our 'bio' info, including our loves, our hates, our favorite songs, and our deepest, darkest secrets, too!

THE BRADENTUCKY BOMBERS [Click the pics to see them bigger!]

GIGI RAMOAN (Bombers' Founder!) STORY BEHIND NAME: My punk band occasionally covers the Ramones, I sing "53rd and 3rd." DISTINGUISHING FEATURE: Tall, Nose ring. SIGNATURE MOVE: Not really a move, but my stride. Not that it's good- but that it is identifiably "Gigi" LOVES: Doug-less & Moni, art, screen printing, rockin' and a rollin, derby, actually - the whole punk rock lifestyle. HATES: Not doing something.. . good thing it rarely happens ;-) FAVORITE SONG: Gosh, I can't choose just one. LITTLE-KNOWN FACT: I like to be funny. Sometimes I think I'm clever- but deep down I know- it's just sympathy laughter. WHY DERBY?: I wanted to get in shape and have fun. It was either this or Punk-Rock Aerobics- aren't you glad I picked this?!?! FAVORITE QUOTE: "Oh, can't I!?!?"

THOR (Bombers' Coach) STORY BEHIND NAME: Thor is best known for the big HAMMER DISTINGUISHING FEATURE: The Hammer SIGNATURE MOVE: Over the top, arms thrown up, look of absolute disgust, yelling every word I used to get my mouth washed out for saying, Clip Board Smash LOVES: Girls on Skates HATES: Refs on Skates FAVORITE SONG: Hurt by Johnny Cash LITTLE-KNOWN FACT: Ask and I will tell you WHY DERBY?: My beautiful badass wife (Rebel) got me hooked. FAVORITE QUOTE: "Deep into that darkness peering, long I stood there, wondering, fearing, Doubting, dreaming dreams no mortal ever dreamed before". Edgar Allen Poe

PROSEHACK (Referee) STORY BEHIND NAME: I'm 40mg ready to mellow out bad girls by giving them a vacation to the penalty box. But really, the name just made sense. My job requires me to hack prose constantly. DISTINGUISHING FEATURE: My kick-ass shoulder scar & white 265s. WHITE SKATE CLUB! (a nod to the Mason-Dixon Roller Vixens) SIGNATURE MOVE: Red 39! Major Elbow! LOVES: Coconut Smackaroon, #66oz, Bradenton Derby Brats HATES: Disingenuous, self-consumed, untruthful people FAVORITE SONG: "The Family Gun" by Young Fresh Fellows LITTLE-KNOWN FACT: I can tap dance, am an FCC licensed amateur radio operator, and I write professionally under a pen name. WHY DERBY?: Because all the cool kids weren't doing it yet, so I got a head start! FAVORITE QUOTE: "You got your whole life ahead of you, but for me, I finish things." -Walt Kowalski in Gran Torino

DEFAMATION OF SKATER (Referee) STORY BEHIND NAME: First Amendment Law was my favorite class in college. Defamation is the blanket law that covers libel and slander. DISTINGUISHING FEATURE: Brown hair, brown eyes, freckles EVERYWHERE! SIGNATURE MOVE: Creatively falling on my ass. LOVES: Christopher, Kitties, the Bacontowne's, and Cheetos. HATES: Tuna fish and the smell of French Roast. FAVORITE SONG: "So Happy Together" any version. Or really, anything I can rock out too! LITTLE-KNOWN FACT: I've got the same birthday as my mama, and grandpa, and I'm fifth generation Manatee County Native! WHY DERBY?: Because Esther, Mofo, Suicidoll, Gigi, and Madcap wouldn't stop hounding me about it... then I graduated from College... FAVORITE QUOTE: "Good prose is like a window pane." George Orwell

FRENCH CURVE STORY BEHIND NAME: It's an instrument that was used to make curves in commercial art. Although I've been mistaken for French 'CURB' DISTINGUISHING FEATURE: Blue eyes and helmet to match! SIGNATURE MOVE: Holding the inside LOVES: The Eiffel Tower, knee socks and cinnamon gum HATES: Cheaters FAVORITE SONG: Anything by Nat King Cole LITTLE-KNOWN FACT: I should have probably been born in the '20s WHY DERBY?: Hell of a way to take out your frustrations! FAVORITE QUOTE: "La mort n'a peut-tre pas plus de secrets a nous r�v�ler que la vie?" (Perhaps death has more secrets to reveal than life?)

HONKY (Referee) STORY BEHIND NAME: "Honky! Did you just touch my afro?" nothing more needs to be explained DISTINGUISHING FEATURE: My deep blue eyes SIGNATURE MOVE: Jam Buglar's psych out LOVES: my daughter HATES: politics FAVORITE SONG: Red Solo Cup LITTLE-KNOWN FACT: I love antique trucks...and trucks in general WHY DERBY?: A friend told me about junior derby for my daughter

VIKI VAN GO (Referee) STORY BEHIND NAME: Well, I'm an artist, like Van Gogh, and I thought Viki was a sexy name! DISTINGUISHING FEATURE: Red glasses SIGNATURE MOVE: Double knee drop, sometimes done before a hit! Unfortunately the one time I did it wrong I hurt my knee! LOVES: My 2 beautiful boys! HATES: Arrogant, egotistical, narcissistic people FAVORITE SONG: Where the Streets have No Name, U2 LITTLE-KNOWN FACT: - WHY DERBY?: I've never been a good athlete. Ever...I needed to prove to myself that I could do IT! And I was at a place in my life where I needed a new social outlet. I love all my derby sistas! FAVORITE QUOTE: -

SIDE OF BACON (Bombers' Master Of Ceremonies!) STORY BEHIND NAME: People called me bacon, I'm on the side... DISTINGUISHING FEATURE: I'm short SIGNATURE MOVE: Slurring my words LOVES: Ester Gin & Juice!!! and Derby and Punk Rock and zines!!!! HATES: Canned vegetables passed off as fresh, DUI checkpoints, stoopid people, racism, sexism, the police, car problems, bouncing checks, homophobia, copy machines that only take credit cards...the list goes on and on... FAVORITE SONG: "Fuck You Anyway" by the Beltones LITTLE-KNOWN FACT: I am a proud father of two! I write zines... WHY DERBY?: Initially, because Gigi Ramoan is my hero and i will follow wherever she goes...Plus, I hate being home alone 3 nights a week... FAVORITE QUOTE: "Even Vegans love the smell of bacon!"

ALLEY CAPONE STORY BEHIND NAME: I have a fascination with the Prohibition-era gangsters, and a morbid curiousity with the St. Valentine's Day Massacre, hence my number. DISTINGUISHING FEATURE: I love to wear fascinators and fedoras. SIGNATURE MOVE: The Knee Pads? LOVES: My family, who support me in derby. Reading, derby, music, etc. HATES: bad drivers, backstabbers, and cucumbers...:) FAVORITE SONG: "Magic Zone" by Volbeat...I use the song to get pumped up for practices or bouts. LITTLE-KNOWN FACT: I want to drive in a NASCAR race just once. WHY DERBY?: Rebel asked me to attend a practice with her and check it out...I was hooked from the moment I stepped in the door. FAVORITE QUOTE: "I have built my organization upon fear" - Al "Scarface" Capone; "Anything worth doin' is worth doin' right"-Jimmy Duggin

AREAL NIGHTMARE STORY BEHIND NAME: It was either this or Beast Infection, which would you choose???? DISTINGUISHING FEATURE: - SIGNATURE MOVE: I'm working on it. LOVES: Boss Hawg!! (Mine and Nikki Styk 9's husbands band) HATES: a lot of things. FAVORITE SONG: Depends on my mood. LITTLE-KNOWN FACT: My number, 1428, is the house number of the famous Nightmare on Elm Street horror movies. WHY DERBY?: Great exercise, cool chicks, and I get to whip some a$$ without going to jail. FAVORITE QUOTE: "If you ain't first, you're last!!"

BAD AXE GIRL STORY BEHIND NAME: I have an affinity for men in uniform. I picked my father's badge number in his memory. DISTINGUISHING FEATURE: My Guns SIGNATURE MOVE: Working on it LOVES: my Mom HATES: abuse and crimes against the elderly FAVORITE SONG: S&M by Rihanna LITTLE-KNOWN FACT: I am a miracle baby WHY DERBY?: Frenchy invited me to a bout and I said I got to do this. FAVORITE QUOTE: "The more you sweat in practice the less you bleed in a bout."

BITCH ANN MOANA STORY BEHIND NAME: Take a wild guess... DISTINGUISHING FEATURE: - SIGNATURE MOVE: We'll see now, won't we... LOVES: DERBY!!!!!!! (and Haribo gummy cola bottles) HATES: Trash talkers FAVORITE SONG: At the moment, AWOLNATION is always playing LITTLE-KNOWN FACT: I used to be a synchronized swimmer WHY DERBY?: More reasons than would fit on here! FAVORITE QUOTE: "Ability is what you're capable of doing. Motivation determines what you do. Attitude determines how well you do it." and "In Heaven, all the interesting people are missing."

BLAQUE JAC STORY BEHIND NAME: Stating The Obvoius And Some People Wouldnt Stop Calling Me That If I Were To Change It... DISTINGUISHING FEATURE: My Ass And Boobs SIGNATURE MOVE: Angle Blocks And Bjbb( Blaquejac Booty Block) LOVES: After Bout Pizza, Puting On Skates, Asking For Seconds (And Thirds), Patriot Missels(Yummy) Human Without Four Legs HATES: Pre Bout Food, Beer, Losing, And Thing With More Than Four Legs( Wait Humans Had Four Legs Before So I Guess I Hate Humans Too Jk) FAVORITE SONG: Love All Songs LITTLE-KNOWN FACT: Pissss I'm Not The Only Black Girl On The Team WHY DERBY?: They Threaten Me FAVORITE QUOTE: "I can do all this through him who gives me strength." (Phil 4:13)

BUST'N LEAVE-HER STORY BEHIND NAME: I wanted something that was unique and inspired by Canada; and while I have never heard a Justin Bieber song I thought a play on his name was fitting. DISTINGUISHING FEATURE: My freckles. SIGNATURE MOVE: Probably something involving flailing elbows. LOVES: My cats, cheeseburgers, football, and beer. HATES: Wet socks. FAVORITE SONG: Anything, as long as it's not by Justin Bieber! LITTLE-KNOWN FACT: Despite my love of Tim Horton's and hockey I am actually not Canadian. Although I do consider Canada my second home. WHY DERBY?: I got into Derby because I wanted to make friends, feed my competitive nature, and get a really good workout. Derby does all that. I've met some amazing women, been able to compete with some really talented skaters, and experienced some of the craziest workouts of my life (all while wearing fishnets of course). FAVORITE QUOTE: "Be the change you wish to see in the world" - Gandhi

CAJUN SINSATION STORY BEHIND NAME: I'm from Louisiana and I bring that spicy Cajun sensation!!! SINsation was just a fun twist on it because I'm not as sweet as I look :) DISTINGUISHING FEATURE: I'm pint sized SIGNATURE MOVE: Throwing hot sauce into opposing blockers' eyes! LOVES: My boys, roller derby, dachshunds, nights out with my girls, the beach, Zumba, yoga HATES: Obnoxious drivers, show-offs, bland food FAVORITE SONG: Anything by The Offspring, Pat Benatar, Weezer, or Smashing Pumpkins LITTLE-KNOWN FACT: I was a debutante WHY DERBY?: I saw my first bout and I just knew I had to join. After almost a year of Yakuza trying to convince me, I took the plunge. FAVORITE QUOTE: "Laissez les bon temps rouler!" (Cajun-French for "let the good times roll")

CALAMITY JAM STORY BEHIND NAME: I aim to cause great loss and misfortune to opposing teams. Plus, I'm a gun slinging, girl scout from Texas so the name just made sense! DISTINGUISHING FEATURE: Freakishly long limbs SIGNATURE MOVE: If I told you I'd have to kill you... LOVES: The Big Lebowski, nooners, and my boxers Minni and Opie HATES: Stupid people, white food, and drama FAVORITE SONG: Break Stuff by Limp Bizkit LITTLE-KNOWN FACT: I was a Sonic Car-Hop for 7 years! WHY DERBY?: To kick some ass! FAVORITE QUOTE: "If everything seems under control you're not going fast enough." - Mario Andretti

COUPON CLIP HER STORY BEHIND NAME: I love to coupon, so it just fits my personality DISTINGUISHING FEATURE: My eyes SIGNATURE MOVE: Still trying to figure this one out LOVES: My husband, kids, couponing, knitting, coffee and DERBY! HATES: bad drivers FAVORITE SONG: anything in the 80's era LITTLE-KNOWN FACT: I was a band geek! WHY DERBY?: my husband thought I would be good at it and I wanted something new to challenge me! FAVORITE QUOTE: Do or do not do; there is no try. - Yoda

COURT N DISASTER STORY BEHIND NAME: My first name is Courtney and when I put skates on my feet I am, at the very least, courting disaster DISTINGUISHING FEATURE: I look like a teenage boy... LOVES: Hermione Granger, Music, Family, Friends, Derby, Mint Oreos, and FSU HATES: Ignorant people, rudeness, sloppy eaters, black eyed peas(the vegetable), and mama jokes FAVORITE SONG: It's impossible to choose just one LITTLE-KNOWN FACT: Sappy movies always make me cry WHY DERBY?: Voodoo invited me to a bout and I thought it was the most bad ass thing I'd ever seen and who wouldn't want to be a bad ass? FAVORITE QUOTE: "There are chords in the hearts of the most reckless, which cannot be touched without emotion." Edgar Allan Poe

CRASH TEST BARBIE STORY BEHIND NAME: Came up with it while we were driving on the interstate one day and saw a CrashTest Sticker on a car. Sounds like crash test dummy and Barbie has been a nickname. Thought it fit derby ;) DISTINGUISHING FEATURE: Long legs, and Fast on my skates! ;) SIGNATURE MOVE: Jamming around the track at 200 MPH! ;) LOVES: DERBY! Dancing, dolphins, horses, sports, music HATES: People who lack common sense, slow drivers, onions FAVORITE SONG: to get pumped up for derby? BoomBoomPow - Black Eyed Peas! For the after party? Pour Some Sugar on Me - Def Leppard!!! ;) LITTLE-KNOWN FACT: I help save little fluffy animals' lives! Also go indoor rockclimbing 2x a week. WHY DERBY?: Something to let out my super competitive edge! I love all the wonderful ladies I am now super close with!! FAVORITE QUOTE: -

DAISY DUKE 'EM STORY BEHIND NAME: Bugged My Husband Until He Came Up With One I Liked DISTINGUISHING FEATURE: No Tattoos ? SIGNATURE MOVE: Right Now Might Be Saying Sorry...Working On A Better OneThough LOVES: Love My 3 Wonderful Kids, Husband And Beautiful Days On Our Airboat. Good Times! HATES: Child Abuse, Kidnapping & Murder. Dislike Drama, Rudeness & Whining FAVORITE SONG: Love Many. Hank Williams Jr. David Allen Coe, Waylon, Skynard, Kid Rock, Mike Ness, Zac Brown Band, Alan Jackson LITTLE-KNOWN FACT: Contractor & Homeschool Mom. I Lived Outdoors With No Plumbing Or Electric For 9 Months While My Husband And I Built Our House. WHY DERBY?: I Needed Something For Me & Ran Into One Of Those Flyers One Day...Instant Butterflies!!! FAVORITE QUOTE: "Freedom ain't free!"

DAWNAMATRIX STORY BEHIND NAME: Seemed fitting. Dominatrix is the feminine form of dominator. DISTINGUISHING FEATURE: microdermal piercing by my left eye SIGNATURE MOVE: it's a secret LOVES: life and derby...ok life is derby! HATES: haters FAVORITE SONG: Today it is....Linkin Park-Rolling In The Deep (Adele cover) LITTLE-KNOWN FACT: im a grandma WHY DERBY?: I knew it in my soul derby is what I am meant to do. FAVORITE QUOTE: "If you're going through hell, keep going." - Winston Churchhill

DEJA VOODOO STORY BEHIND NAME: I was throwing ideas around with my friend when he mentioned it. I absolutely fell in love with it! DISTINGUISHING FEATURE: I laugh backwards... its not a physical feature but its umistakable. SIGNATURE MOVE: I won’t even bother telling you because you probably won’t ever see it, I have stealthy ninja moves. LOVES: Dancing, Roller Derby, Boating, Canoeing/Kayaking, and My Dog! HATES: Rude People, Mondays, Slow Internet, Stupid Slow Drivers FAVORITE SONG: Way too many to list. I have music running through my veins! LITTLE-KNOWN FACT: I have an infatuation with wearing fake mustaches WHY DERBY?: Because it’s a kickass sport and I’m a kickass girl FAVORITE QUOTE: Quit hanging on to the handrails . . . Let go. Surrender. Go for the ride of your life. Do it every day.

DITA VON CHEATS STORY BEHIND NAME: I love Dita Von Teese, so it seemed appropriate. DISTINGUISHING FEATURE: I am a giantess. SIGNATURE MOVE: not sure yet! LOVES: dancing, photography, ROLLER DERBY! HATES: mayonnaise FAVORITE SONG: Letter to Elise- The Cure LITTLE-KNOWN FACT: I can say anything backwards WHY DERBY?: to be around strong women FAVORITE QUOTE: "20,000 roads, I went down, down, down... and they all led me straight back home to you."

DUCATI HOTTIE STORY BEHIND NAME: I love riding motorcycles. I have a 1000rr and my goal is to one day have a Ducati. DISTINGUISHING FEATURE: Small with a big booty SIGNATURE MOVE: Working on the "Hottie Shottie" LOVES: Derby, my animals, derby, motorcycles, guns, oh and did I mention derby???? HATES: Fake people. FAVORITE SONG: Heavy by Collective Soul LITTLE-KNOWN FACT: I love reptiles but I hate spiders! WHY DERBY?: Skitzo Skater talked me into it. Most of all, I love to skate! Not only that but the idea of being a part of such an awesome sport and a strong group of women that will always be like family to me is truly amazing! Not to mention getting to beat the crap out of each other is a huge stress relief! FAVORITE QUOTE: Love with no limits, live with no regrets!

ESTHER GIN & JUICE STORY BEHIND NAME: the end result of racking my brain until my ears bled. And because I'm told the hubby and I are nauseatingly kissy face. DISTINGUISHING FEATURE: Happy Dance and Hissy Fit SIGNATURE MOVE: The flying pancake monster, the "penalty box"(only the refs know that move) LOVES: records, zines, kittens and total annhilation HATES: poverty, heplesslessness, and when the computer is acting up. FAVORITE SONG: baby baby by the vibrators. and anything by icon gallery, aphasia and die screaming. anything by bacon towne records (of course!) LITTLE-KNOWN FACT: I've done 67 skydives. One was on my wedding day. WHY DERBY?: Because every time I came to a game I got a flutter in my stomach. The Bombers are my heroes! FAVORITE QUOTE: "Give me the keys, you slut!!"

FRANKENBABE STORY BEHIND NAME: I love old films, and me being short i sometimes wear platform boots. DISTINGUISHING FEATURE: 5 ft 3, and green hair. SIGNATURE MOVE: Falling, and then getting back up. LOVES: Art, Music, Family and Derby. HATES: grammar nazis, boring art, hot weather. FAVORITE SONG: Anything by My Chemical Romance. LITTLE-KNOWN FACT: I've never had long hair. WHY DERBY?: I needed new friends, and somewhere I belonged. I choose derby. FAVORITE QUOTE: "One day your life will flash before your eyes, make sure its worth watching"- Gerard Way

GUINNESS THE MENACE

MALICE IN ROLLERLAND STORY BEHIND NAME: Roxy Horror named me and I liked it!!!! DISTINGUISHING FEATURE: making Flat Track Derby not so Flat SIGNATURE MOVE: Getting low creating a no hit zone LOVES: the simple things in live! and Sgt. AirBourne HATES: sitting still and being quiet! FAVORITE SONG: changes every week LITTLE-KNOWN FACT: I'm a preachers kid.. thats my excuse and I'm sticking to it!!! WHY DERBY?: My dear friend Donna (who is a friend of Signal 20) for some reason thought I could do what Signal does!!! i could only dream to be as amazing !!!I I <3 you, Signa! FAVORITE QUOTE: "OFF WITH THEIR HEADS!!!!!"

MIZ MENTAL STORY BEHIND NAME: must i elaborate? DISTINGUISHING FEATURE: vampire teeth SIGNATURE MOVE: dont have one LOVES: twinkies HATES: haters FAVORITE SONG: Sail by AWOL LITTLE-KNOWN FACT: my eyes are green and orange WHY DERBY?: It looked like a blast FAVORITE QUOTE: Right on!

MOTION 2 STRIKE HER STORY BEHIND NAME: What can I say? It's my job to strike - in and out of the courtroom DISTINGUISHING FEATURE: I think this is a trick question, designed to make me expose my insecurites! What can I say, I have derby hips. SIGNATURE MOVE: Still a work in progress. But you'll usually find me in the back of the pack, on top of the opposing jammer! LOVES: The silent attack, little known and little expected, but deadly. Again, in and out of the courtroom. There's a theme here. HATES: When my derby sisters don't have the faith in themselves they should! FAVORITE SONG: Anything and everything that gets the heart pounding and the blood racing! LITTLE-KNOWN FACT: I can go from lawyer to derby chick in 3.2 seconds. Beware! WHY DERBY?: The first time I attended a bout, I fell in love and had to do it. End of story. FAVORITE QUOTE: There is nothing better than the simplicity of this quote: "Just do it."

NIKITA DY-NO-MITE STORY BEHIND NAME: It was inspired from the Blaxploitation film era and Jimmy Walker from Good Times DISTINGUISHING FEATURE: My baby fro and Cabbage Patch doll face from what I hear SIGNATURE MOVE: Still under development LOVES: the creative arts, candy corn, my job, anime and horror movies HATES: Onions, slow drivers, micromanagers, mornings, anything mathematical FAVORITE SONG: It changes as I continually find other favorites but as of now it is "Hello" by Martin Solveig. LITTLE-KNOWN FACT: In addition to roller derby I'm also part of the USF-SM Crew Team! Go Bulls! WHY DERBY?: A friend of mine initially told me about it a couple of years ago but I was too misguided to listen. Now I wished I wouldve done it sooner!! FAVORITE QUOTE: "You never realize how strong you are until you are at your weakest moment", "I didn't fall... I'm just attacking the floor!"

PHYLLA BUST-HER STORY BEHIND NAME: I'm studying political science, maybe one day I'll be able to block as effectively as a filibuster. . . DISTINGUISHING FEATURE: My multi-colored hair and piercings SIGNATURE MOVE: Not sure yet, maybe recovering after falling? LOVES: animals, vegan cupcakes, when something good comes out of pushing myself beyond my comfort zone. HATES: not living up to my own expectations, missed opportunities. FAVORITE SONG: "Everlong" by Foo Fighters or "Good Riddance" by Green Day LITTLE-KNOWN FACT: I have been to Iceland twice! WHY DERBY?: I wanted to prove to myself that I could learn to skate so I could play this amazing sport, and be that fearless person I've secretly always wanted to be. FAVORITE QUOTE: "I have come here to chew bubblegum and kick ass... and I'm all out of bubblegum."

PINKY BRUISED-HER STORY BEHIND NAME: Calamity Jam gave it to me because I love pink and as a kid I was just like Punky Brewster-Clam picked a perfect name for me! DISTINGUISHING FEATURE: Huge Butt! SIGNATURE MOVE: the "Falling Down" LOVES: the color pink and shoes HATES: judgemental people FAVORITE SONG: Strange - have you heard it?? awesome! LITTLE-KNOWN FACT: I only eat ice cream with a fork WHY DERBY?: I wanted to do something for me that is fun, where I could meet awesome people, and get into shape:) FAVORITE QUOTE: "Actions speak louder than words"

RED CRUSH STORY BEHIND NAME: Combo of my red hair and the want to crush my opponents DISTINGUISHING FEATURE: My tats SIGNATURE MOVE: Ummm...don't have one yet!! LOVES: My hubster, kids, friends, reg. family, derby family HATES: narrow minded people, bullies, spoiled brats, greedy people, and not being able to be on time for anything!! FAVORITE SONG: Old school...Patience by Guns n Roses, Let the Bodies Hit the Floor Drowning Pool, All Night Long AcDc, Fever by Peggy Lee, I love Eminem, Metallica, Disturbed, older Aerosmith...the list goes on and on! LITTLE-KNOWN FACT: I am a natural blonde....I've lived on my own since 14... WHY DERBY?: It was the part of me that was missing,,,,it took forever to find it!!! FAVORITE QUOTE: Most recently:"Do you wanna be comfortable, or do you wanna win?" - Vixen Da Crusher, also " I'm your Huckleberry" - Val Kilmer (as Doc Holiday) in Tombstone

SARBANES FOXIE STORY BEHIND NAME: During the day I am a CPA and nothing has rocked the profession more than the Enron and WorldCom scandals. So as tribute to my heroes I became Sarbanes Foxie, Sec 404. I will assess your controls and find your weaknesses! DISTINGUISHING FEATURE: - SIGNATURE MOVE: - LOVES: Math, road trips in my VW (Nina Fresa), my beautiful Dane, orchids and of course DERBY! HATES: Home-wreckers, but not the kind from Moe's those are delicious. FAVORITE SONG: - LITTLE-KNOWN FACT: I used to be a platinum blonde. WHY DERBY?: I was new to the area, read an article about open recruitment and thought it would be a great way to meet new people. It was the best thing I could have done. Not only did I meet a great group of women but I feel like I have a new family. xo my derby sisters! FAVORITE QUOTE: "The bigger the ass, the harder to pass." "Don't panic, I know where my towel is."

$AVANNA RESURRECTION STORY BEHIND NAME: Savananh is a past alter ego of mine... and she is back and better than ever ;) DISTINGUISHING FEATURE: You tell me... SIGNATURE MOVE: not being 'great' at any one specfic thing LOVES: My kids and Husband... and of course roller derby. HATES: liars and fake people FAVORITE SONG: many LITTLE-KNOWN FACT: - WHY DERBY?: I love to roller skate and had thought about it for a while... finally this season came to join FAVORITE QUOTE: "Dream as if you will live forever, live like you'll die"

SHORT FUSE STORY BEHIND NAME: I am short and my husband says my fuse to my temper is very short. DISTINGUISHING FEATURE: My Height SIGNATURE MOVE: Don't really have one yet guess if i had to say when i do my cross overs my feet never leave the floor LOVES: Skating, drawing and spending time with my family HATES: Ignorant people and those that like to pull out in front of you and drive super slow FAVORITE SONG: Too many to name...I don't have just one LITTLE-KNOWN FACT: I am hyper WHY DERBY?: Well countless attempts from ProseHack, Malice, and Frenchy then finally going to a bout. FAVORITE QUOTE: Size doesn't matter and dynamite comes in small packages

SINDA ROLLER STORY BEHIND NAME: I'm A Princess DISTINGUISHING FEATURE: My Smile SIGNATURE MOVE: working on one LOVES: My Family,Food, Shopping and SHOES HATES: Passing up a good deal on shoes FAVORITE SONG: Guns N Roses Sweet Child O' Mine LITTLE-KNOWN FACT: I ride Motorcycles WHY DERBY?: To do something just for me FAVORITE QUOTE: "I'M DONE!"

SKATE INVADER STORY BEHIND NAME: My favorite game growing up was space invaders DISTINGUISHING FEATURE: Wear blue - almost always SIGNATURE MOVE: Pop & run LOVES: being in the moment HATES: negativity FAVORITE SONG: Walking on the sun LITTLE-KNOWN FACT: I love cliff diving WHY DERBY?: To have fun with other adventurous and athletic women FAVORITE QUOTE: Once the game is over, the Queen & the pawn go back into the same box - Italian proverb

SKITZO SKATER

SLEEZY BREEZY STORY BEHIND NAME: My name is Brianna so that is where Breezy came from and Sleezy just rhymed….. DISTINGUISHING FEATURE: My butt while I am playing derby SIGNATURE MOVE: Running on skates LOVES: music, dancing, teaching genuine people HATES: liars, injustices FAVORITE SONG: Three Little Birds –Bob Marley LITTLE-KNOWN FACT: My organs are on the opposite side of yours! WHY DERBY?: Cuteney Cutthroat told me I was playing once I moved here and I easily agreed FAVORITE QUOTE: Do what you love and f@$# the rest

STARR KAZIM STORY BEHIND NAME: My middle name is Starr and I've been known to be harsh... Sarcasm DISTINGUISHING FEATURE: - SIGNATURE MOVE: hmmm... well... lets find out LOVES: Peanut butter in my cereal, guacamole, and most of all my Son. HATES: country music! peas! snakes! when people honk their horn at you when your walking down the street. FAVORITE SONG: they change from week to week... whatever they dont OVER play on the radio LITTLE-KNOWN FACT: I'm super shy WHY DERBY?: Malice... Malice... Malice.... finally talked me into it after watching her.. and all the other fabulous ladies out there! FAVORITE QUOTE: "Stupid is as stupid does!"... Forest Gump

TENACIOUS C STORY BEHIND NAME: Wanted a name to capture my drive and determination. Plus I think Jack Black is awesome!! DISTINGUISHING FEATURE: The short one with the silly grin on her face SIGNATURE MOVE: Skating with all my heart LOVES: My two kids HATES: When I run out of Mountain Dew FAVORITE SONG: "The Best" Foo Figthers LITTLE-KNOWN FACT: I am really shy person and through derby I have done many things that in the past I would of been to afraid to do. WHY DERBY?: At first it was for exercise, but now it is so much more. I do it for my team, for the amazing ladies that make me a better person. FAVORITE QUOTE: "Spread love everywhere you go. Let no one ever come to you without leaving happier."

VIXEN DA CRUSHER STORY BEHIND NAME: Sounds like "fixing to crush her". Get it now? DISTINGUISHING FEATURE: My butt. Just ask anyone who knows me. SIGNATURE MOVE: Does getting injured count as a signature move? There is a reason I am retired. LOVES: Witty people, sushi, crime dramas, really great novels, super hot showers, LPs, Shakespeare, Mr. CrusHer and my L'il CrusHer. HATES: People who only point out problems but never offer solutions, inconsiderate drivers, okra, reality TV and being cold. FAVORITE SONG: I could never pick just one. I have hundreds of favorites! LITTLE-KNOWN FACT: My cat once got stuck to my face. It was very traumatic. For both of us. WHY DERBY?: My grandfather owned the first skating rink here in town. My mother played derby and now my sister and I both play. It is in our blood. FAVORITE QUOTE: "If music be the food of love, play on!" From Shakespeare's Twelth Night.

[Most Team Portrait Photos by: Perry Stoliker]