SFVRD is Official: SFVRD Becomes WFTDA Member

SFV Roller Derby (SFVRD) became a full member of the Women’s Flat Track Derby Association (WFTDA) on December 23, 2013. As a new member of the WFTDA, SFVRD joins the ranks of 233 all-female, skater owned and operated leagues worldwide that have united to lead the sport of women's flat track roller derby. After successfully completing the WFTDA Apprentice Program, SFVRD can now enjoy the benefits of full WFTDA membership, including the ability to compete in sanctioned games that qualify for WFTDA ranking.

We are very proud of the hard work that our WFTDA Representatives, Martine "Tiggz" Tendler and Kara "Razorslut" Krasnoff, put in to make this happen, along with the commitment and dedication of our entire league. And we are especially thankful to Angel City Derby Girls and SoCal Derby for helping us along the way!

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San Fernando Valley Roller Derby Secures New Home! "The Lot"

After tirelessly scouring the San Fernando Valley in search of a place to call home, SFVRD has finally cemented their track at an outdoor lot in Sylmar. Just having celebrated SFVRD's third birthday, the league has given itself the ultimate gift and repaved the lot with derby-ready acrylic flooring and a permanent WFTDA-sanctioned track. 

Killo Kitty, SFVRD founder and roller derby veteran, reflects on this feat for the league.  “Securing this space means securing our future.” “More practice means a stronger team, and a stronger bond with the comfort of finally having a place to call home.” 

The aptly named lot, was a surprise for nearly the entire league, who was enticed to a mysterious, industrial location in Slymar, only to stumble upon our new home!  Skaters were inspired by Hollywood back lots for our home name, "The Lot."

"The Lot" will allow the league to triple their practice time, as well as offer private lessons. SFVRD also looks forward to increased fundraisers and events to fund on-going renovations and site upkeep. Saturday, November 23 marks the first bout to be hosted at the "The Lot", featuring SFVRD’s home teams, the Reseda Wreckers and Topanga Maul Rats.  

Donations toward the setup and care of our new home can be sent via Paypal to Admin@sfvrollerderby.com

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Hope of the Valley Volunteer Nights

The ladies of SFV are giving back to their community, on and off skates, with our monthly volunteer night at Hope of the Valley, a local shelter that has been preparing hot meals for the homeless and hungry since 2009.  SFVRD arrived with fresh fruit, vegetables, bottled water and unparalleled positive energy. Our volunteers assisted Hope of The Valley with distributing shower supplies, roll call, setting out tables and chairs, and serving dinner to shelter residents.  We were greeted with applause and gratitude, which warmed the hearts of even the most hardcore bully blockers!!!  Coach Killo Kitty explained the game of roller derby and answered questions from the group.  Although we were not able to actually skate around the shelter, we had a great time meeting the people and helping them get a healthy meal. Hope of The Valley is often low on supplies of paper goods, plastic utensils and would greatly appreciate any donations. 
 
You can volunteer and make donations in person at:
8165 San Fernando Rd.
Sun Valley, CA 91352
818-392-0020
 
Or make a donation online: 
hopeofthevalley.org
info@hopeofthevalley.org

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Lock It Up: Being in the Moment vs. Setting Goals

You’re pushing hard on the track, sweat, snot and spit drips off your face as you wince at the burning in your quads. You’re lead jammer, hustling through the pack on your second pass. Or you’re jam kill, hitting bitches out left and right. Either way, you’re owning it. Suddenly you think, “Damn, did Killo just pull my panties down doing a whip? MY CRACK IS SHOWING!” And you Lose. Your. Mojo.

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