Cherry Lifesaver on the Track Photo Credit: Kelly Marsh

Q: Who is your favorite Roller Derby player and why?

A: That would be Bonnie Thunders from Gotham Girls Roller Derby- Bronx Gridlock.  Not only is she athletic, agile and fast, she is very humble about it.  I find her to have a great mind for Roller Derby

Q: What attracted you to Roller Derby?

A: The originality of the sport; being primarily played by females, team camaraderie and promoting female empowerment each day.

Q: How did you choose your Derby name?

A: I wanted to include my profession into my name: LifeSaver, since I am a nurse and Cherry just fit.

Q: How has Derby impacted your life both positively and negatively, if either?

A: Positively- I have learned how to be a team player, both on and off the track.

Q: What is your day job?  What would your dream job be?

A: I am a full-time RN (Registered Nurse).  I currently work at MHMG in Fishkill, GI Department/Procedures. My dream job?  I’m currently working it or full-time Roller Derby player.

Q: Any tattoos or piercings?

A: Yes.  Piercings: Ears, nose, eyebrow. Tattoos: On hip/groin area.

Q: Any fears?

A: Getting serverly hurt and unable to play Roller Derby

Q: What would you like your Derby legacy to be?

A: Being the lowest skater and never giving up?

Q: Other than your own team, what’s your favorite team?

A: Bronx Gridlock

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