MELEE CURIE
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Tell us about your name
My name is a tribute to the physicist/chemist Marie Curie. I'm a high school special-ed teacher and all areas of science intrigue me. The Melee part is a nod to how I feel derby is played — a melee attack in very close quarters is a confused and quick fight. That about sums up my time on the track, usually.
What are your derby goals?
To meet some badass witches and then knock them down.
What inspires you on the track?
All the amazing strong women around me are inspiring. But mostly I just want to be a better me.
What is your favorite derby memory?
I will always remember my first freshie bout. I had no idea what I was doing and I was completely terrified, but it was probably the best thing I've ever done.