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clair 04/13/2009 10:22:00 AM
wow, all this bad blood makes me not want to venture to mpls for a nsrg bout... calm down! and get your pr team in gear nsrg! yay derby!
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Johnny Crash 10/23/2008 8:20:00 AM
Beth Walton did a wonderful job writing about our beloved Minnesota
RollerGirls! Her article accurately portrayed the trials, tribulations,
and fun, of trying to make it in this local roller derby league.
These smart, talented women do all that, and so much more. Since 2004,
the league has been owned and operated by the skaters. They do not make
any money, and instead give proceeds to charity every season. Skaters
also hold committee assignments and attend various charitable events, so
for some, it's like having a second job. The women are obviously
committed to being great athletes, and to being a positive part of this
community. They come from every walk of life, and present a strong,
positive image of women, which is evident to all who see them. Why do
they do all of this for no pay? Because they love it and believe in it.
I'm fortunate to be in my third season as a volunteer with the MNRG. We
have around 40 volunteers who do statistics, merchandise, security and
production, among other duties. Both on and off the track, the skaters
and volunteers are fantastic people, and I am proud to work with them.
We do this because we love and believe in the sport, the skaters and
volunteering within our community.
Visit the league online at mnrollergirls.com, and our volunteer crew at
myspace.com/mnrgvolunteers.
See you at the next bout!
Johnny Crash
MNRG Volunteer Production Lead
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Bill 10/14/2008 5:54:00 PM
As a citizen of Minneapolis and a fan of both leagues, I don't get why NSRG fans always seem to feel slighted by stories on the MNRG.
MNRG was one of the first leagues in the nation, and they draw 3500-4200 fans to their bouts every month, as opposed to NSRG's 1000-1500.
It's not as though these are the Minneapolis and St. Paul leagues, they both draw players and fans from all over the Twin Cities.
Instead of getting angry that your favorite league doesn't get the same number or size of stories, just be happy that roller derby is getting press!
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SAWSQUASH 10/14/2008 5:40:00 AM
Yay! What he said! SUPORT SUPORT SUPORT! Soon I will be kicking MNRG ass all over the RIVER!!! HA! Love you gals!
proud member of the NSRG
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Greg Dale Katz 10/13/2008 8:16:00 PM
I am also a fan of both leagues and know a bit about local derby. I think the readers need to understand that City Pages is a sponsor for the MNRG. It would not make much sense for a sponsor to report on the NSRG. City Pages is not reporting favorites and is only speaking on the fun and hardships of joining the elite world of roller derby. I think while it clearly is the MNRG, the public needs to be given credit that this process will be almost the same on both leagues.
It is a fun article and gives insight to the process. And let's remember that roller derby support needs not stop because of the Mississippi. There is a struggle to make this a legit sport due to both the general public not taking it seriously (yet), and the few skaters who still seem to want to be playing backwoods derby and not taking it to the next level.
This is derby folks! The fans in the Twin Cities are blessed to have TWO WOMEN'S ROLLER DERBY TEAMS and one kick arse men's league getting started!! The closest you will get that kind of a perverted threesome on skates is Chicago. This article is for the fans and not about any make believe feud between the leagues or about City Pages being romanced by the MNRG. (Besides, if MNRG is sleeping with CP, then they better be wearing protection. Who knows what ink well CP has been tapping.)
So be you public or skater, support the sport of derby. Both sides of the river need your cheeks in their seats. Go meet the skaters at local events and the after parties and find out how down to earth all of the derby girls are.
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ANGEL 10/11/2008 10:58:00 PM
True that. The article is about try outs for MNRG. I think the issue here is NSRG is a MPLS team, City Pages is a MPLS paper. City Pages has yet to do an article on the league that is in it's own back yard. Makes ya wonder if someone from MNRG is sleeping with someone from City pages.....Just a theory...
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R. Eally 10/11/2008 5:41:00 PM
I think it is important to remember that the article is about the process of trying out for MNRGs and the training that follows. It doesn't seem like it should be mandatory to mention the NSRGs just because the article is about derby.
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Victoria 10/11/2008 7:44:00 AM
I thought the article was interesting, but I'd like to hear more about the other league. If we have TWO Roller Derby leagues, at least mention the other one's name- NORTH STAR ROLLER GIRLS! Our Minneapolis team! I love you ladies!!!
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SAWSQUASH 10/11/2008 6:49:00 AM
YUP, TOTALLY KICK THEIR ASSES......
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SAWSQUASH 10/11/2008 6:44:00 AM
I COULD KICK THEIR ASSES!
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SAWSQUASH 10/11/2008 6:41:00 AM
I COULD KICK THEIR ASSES!
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Guest 10/09/2008 11:43:00 PM
I enjoyed the article and I think it gave a good overview on what goes on during the recruitment process. I agree with Jawbreaker that roller derby is a sport and should be treated and respected as a sport. Unfortunately it seems like there are people on the league that like to pay more attention to their outfits and staging fights then concentrating on the real sport. I attend both leagues bouts and I agree that there is no fighting (or none that I can recall). I know people would still attend without the drama and fights that might occur in a MNRG bout. If roller girls wants to start a vigilante group, then leave and let the MNRG roller girls concentrate on playing a sport and not putting on a staged show. I am in no way putting anyone down in the league and I know everyone works really hard to put on these events and sacrifice time for training, but I just wanted to voice my option that MNRG doesn't need fighting to make it successful because people will come to just watch the sport because its fast paced and very fun to watch. I love both leagues and I am glad both are doing well and I plan on attending both leagues seasons and wish for many more to come.
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SuperFan 10/09/2008 3:25:00 PM
I also love the Rollergirls I am a Superfan. My sister and I follow the girls out of state to watch them play which is really exciting. On to Madison for the regionals this weekend and the following weekend is the BIG season opener. Hope to see you there!!!
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Andrew 10/09/2008 9:02:00 AM
Cool article about the Minnesota Roller Girls, but I agree that City Pages should be covering the team here in Minneapolis. Their games don't seem to much show and full of fake fights.
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Melanie 10/09/2008 2:44:00 AM
Interesting article about the MN Roller Girls and your try out.
It would been great if the article would have covered both of the leagues in the Twin Cities area...the NorthStar Roller Girls and the Minnesota Roller Girls.
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Kay 10/09/2008 2:41:00 AM
AMAZING STORY. I cannot wait for the season to begin.
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Kay 10/09/2008 2:41:00 AM
AMAZING STORY. I cannot wait for the season to begin.
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Garrison 10/08/2008 9:47:00 PM
There's a yearly salvo of articles on the MNRG every year around this time. This is by far the best that I've seen.
Many thanks.
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Dottie 10/08/2008 4:00:00 AM
Thanks for the awesome story Beth! I can't wait for the season opener on Oct. 18th. Hope to see you there!
