The noble sport of Roller Derby actually dates back to 1935 and has suffered its share of ups and downs. Leave it to Austinites to not let this odd distaff relic fade away. Our town keeps the mean spirit of Roller Derby alive, and puts a new spin on the old sport. In wild flashes of fishnets and wheels, two local leagues take to the track and mow opponents down. A symphony of breaking bones and chipping teeth, the daring hellions of the rink keep audiences thirsty for wet blood and coming back for more ... gore! And of course, the sport is not without its share of controversy and catfights. The two different leagues (banked track, flat track) are separated by politics and hard feelings. So, we're sorry to say, don't look forward to a death match anytime soon.
