What has been your biggest challenge while playing roller derby?

I think the biggest challenge of the game is having to play offense and defense at the same time.  There is no other sport where you have to do that.  It means having to be hyper aware of what is going on around you and being able to switch your mindset from kill, kill to help, help – lol.

How did you think of your name “Pinky Swears”?

That was one of the names that a former Horror, Scarlet Bloodletter was tossing around for her own name. I heard it and said, oh that is perfect for me because I turn bright pink when I laugh or skate or do anything, I can keep a secret (I have a few that will go to the grave with me) and I have a bit of a potty mouth.

What keeps you motivated to play your hardest?

My teammates… I never want to feel like I am letting them down.

On the track you have played every position. Which position is your favorite and why?

That’s a tough one because you learn from all of them.  You learn to be a better blocker when you jam and vice versa.  I believe that what is important is understanding your role when you hit the track, no matter what your position is.

How did you get involved in roller derby?

I was telling a co-worker that I called one of the rinks in the area to see if they had roller derby or would be willing to host a league.  She told me she had a friend that was starting a league. I was super psyched and asked her to find out the information for their first practice date .  I showed up, met Rxy Ramalotte and Rough Gem and I never looked back 🙂

What is the last movie you watched?

I don’t get to watch movies all that often anymore, I get too sucked in to shows like Dexter, Walking Dead, Breaking Bad, Downton Abbey and Glee.

The Horrors play on a flat track. Have you ever skated on a banked track? If yes, which track do you like better and why?

I have not, but it is on the bucket list.

What advice do you have for the Frightmares, who inspire to be just like the Horrors?

Skate hard and skate often but find other activities you like to do too, whether it’s soccer, dancing, snowboarding, etc.  This is a tough sport and cross-training is super important.