Clarksville, TN – It’ll be a rollicking good time when Clarksville Roller Derby League’s Red River Sirens team take on the West KY Rockin’ Rollers in the “Hillbilly HoDown” on July 16th at Magic Wheels, 1671 Fort Campbell Boulevard. Doors open at 6:00 and the action begins at 7:00pm. Tickets are $10.00 at the door, with children aged 12 and younger admitted free. Show a valid military ID for a discount on official Sirens team logo merchandise.
This is the Red River Sirens’ second home bout and the third contest of their inaugural season. In June, they traveled to Marion, Illinois and defeated So. Ill Rollergirls with a score of 136-102.
The bout will consist of two 30-minute periods with an intermission. Halftime entertainment will be provided by The Nixies, the official “jeerleaders” for the Sirens. A beer garden will operate outside the skating facility, and snacks will be available at the Magic Wheels concession stand.
In keeping with the modern roller derby custom of community support, Red River Sirens will donate a portion of the proceeds from bouts to benefit charitable organizations. The beneficiary for “Hillbilly HoDown” is Companion Pet Rescue & Transport, a rescue organization that places pets in foster homes until permanent homes can be found. Bout attendees can participate by bringing a donation to the bout for the organization. The organization’s “Wish List” includes: blankets and towels; bleach and other cleaning supplies; dog kennels, houses and crates; newspapers; dog and puppy food; cedar chips; tarps; Kong toys.
The Red River Sirens formed in 2010 and are Clarksville’s Roller Derby League’s first team. To qualify for the team, skaters are required to pass the minimum skills test established by the Women’s Flat Track Derby Association (WFTDA). In addition to team and individual athletic training, skaters hold positions on various committees to keep the all-volunteer organization running.
Red River Sirens 2011 Season
| May 7th | Sintral Florida Derby Demons (South Daytona, FL) @ HOME (L) |
| June 25th | So. Ill Roller Girls (Marion, IL) – Away (W) |
| July 16th | West Kentucky Rockin Rollers @ HOME |
| August 6th | Cape Girardeau (Cape Girardeau, MO) – Away |
| September 3rd | Vette City Hot Broads (Bowling Green, KY) @ HOME |
| October | TBA |
| November | TBA |
About Clarksville Roller Derby League
Clarksville Roller Derby League – Red River Sirens formed in 2010. The league operates under the guidelines of the Women’s Flat Track Roller Derby Association (WFTDA) and is run completely by volunteers. The team’s website is www.ClarksvilleRollerDerby.com.
About Roller Derby
Roller Derby is an American-made contact sport that originated in the early 1900s. The sport was highly popular in the 1970s when professional matches were televised and the sport shared a reputation for staged action. Today’s game, which involves higher levels of strategy, is currently regaining popularity all over the country. Teams are currently active in Nashville, Memphis and Knoxville.
Roller Derby is experiencing a resurgence of popularity. Today’s teams are all-female, self-organized, and feature athleticism and campy outfits. Men are welcome to participate as coaches, referees, announcers and in team support roles. The sport is governed by the rules of the Women’s Flat Track Derby Association (WFTDA), which sets the rules and determines the baseline skills required of participants. Visit www.wftda.com for more information.
About Companion Pet Rescue
Companion Pet Rescue & Transport, a 501(c)(3) organization, is a shelterless rescue organization. Because all of their pets are kept in foster homes until a permanent home is found, they can help you find the pet that is just perfect for your home. To learn more, visit http://www.tnpetrescue.com.
