Clarksville, TN – Clarksville Roller Derby’s Red River Sirens presents “Rockabilly Rink Riot” the first Home Bout of this Season on Saturday, April 7th at Magic Wheels, 1671 Fort Campbell Boulevard. Doors open at 6:00pm and the action begins at 7:00pm.
Tickets are $10.00 at the door, with children aged 12 and younger admitted free with a paying adult.
Attendees are invited to dress in ‘Rockabilly Style’. There will be a half-time show consisting of a Twist Competition with prizes for the Best Dancer.
In keeping with the modern roller derby custom of community support, Red River Sirens are teaming with Bikers Who Care (BWC). A portion of the proceeds from the event will be donated to BWC children’s charities.
A Budweiser beer garden will operate just outside the skating facility, and soft drinks and snacks will be available at the Magic Wheels concession stand.
Clarksville Roller Derby formed in 2010 as the first active roller derby league in Clarksville. Red River Sirens are the League’s first team, and are Starting their 2nd season of competition.
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 2012 Season Schedule | ||
| Date | Opponent | Location |
| April 7th | vs. West KY Rockin’ Rollers | Clarksville, TN |
| May 12th | at Rollergirls | Central, KY |
| June 2nd | at Brawl Stars | Nashville, TN |
| June 30th | vs Radioactive Roller Girls | Clarksville, TN |
| July 21st | at Western Kentucky Rockin’ Rollers | Paducah, KY |
| August 18th | vs Chattanooga Roller Girls | Clarksville, TN |
| September 29th | at Bad News Babes | Greenville, SC |
| October 20th | vs Cape Girardeau (MO) Roller Girls | Clarksville, TN |
| Home = Magic Wheels, 1671 Fort Campbell Boulevard, Clarksville, TN | ||
About Clarksville Roller Derby League
Clarksville Roller Derby League formed in 2010 to promote roller derby as a sport, to organize roller derby teams, and to nurture self-confidence in women by developing teamwork and athletic ability while encouraging individuality within a culture of discipline, sisterhood and stewardship through training of the competitive sport of roller derby. 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 Bikers Who Care
Bikers Who Care (BWC) is an organization of motorcycle enthusiasts dedicated to supporting children’s charities.
To learn more, visit their website at www.bikerswhocare.org.
About Opossum Holler
Opossum Holler is a high octane blend of rock,punkabilly and doom influences. Hailing from Clarksville, Tennessee, the Holler was born in an abandoned Mason’s lodge on the Cumberland river. Featuring the lightning fast guitar work of Lloyd Nicely, the precision drumming of Matt Devore and the rock solid bass work of Brad Ausbrooks, Opossum Holler is a down home rock and roll experience you have to see to believe.
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