Derby or non derby related, who is your hero and why?
Probably my father. In spite of great adversity, the likes of which would make most bitter and angry, he lives a life of integrity, honesty, kindness and selflessness. He beat the odds. And, we Horrors always love the underdog!
Who do you think is your biggest fan?
Probably my father for this one, too! The Horrors aren’t the only ones who love an underdog 🙂
What advice would you give to women or girls interested in playing derby (horrors or frightmares)?
Fear is a liar. Don’t let fear stop you from trying. And don’t ever say it’s not worth trying because you’ll never be as good as Bonnie Thunders or Suzy Hotrod or whomever. Remember that those ladies were once beginners, too.
Whats your favorite thing about the Horrors?
We are a small league – it’s hard to have a successful and competitive team when so much energy has to be spent in just running the day-to-day operations. We face more of an uphill battle than other city-based leagues who have tons of members and ladies tripping over themselves to join. Yet in spite of that disadvantage, the majority of our skaters are truly team-minded – they understand that it may take us longer to grow and win, but they believe we’ll get there – through group effort, small successes and mutual respect, no matter how long it takes. And, no one here needs to be a super star – individual glory is insignificant to our skaters if not linked with team success. It’s the team that matters!
Besides the skates, gear, and derby name, what truly defines a roller derby player?
Her heart. Her conviction. Her dedication. Her team.
A genie gives you 3 wishes, what do you wish for?
#1: For every woman on our league, when feeling insecure or doubtful, to be able to see how *truly* remarkable and fierce they are!
#2: For derby players to be paid like our male counterparts in other sports. We should be banking like Derek Jeter for all this blood, sweat and tears!
#3: Access to skating and practice (and the endurance training of our speed coaches, Tony and Sue) 24/7!
What is your worst habit?
I swear like a <BLEEPING> sailor.
What is your goal for the 2013 season?
I’d love to see us take our game up a notch. But, I believe that is more of a certainty than a goal 😉 GO HORRORS
