RVRG Joins Women’s Flat Track Derby Association
Posted on June 18, 2012
Rideau Valley Roller Girls Joins Women’s Flat Track Derby Association
The Women’s Flat Track Derby Association (WFTDA) is proud to announce that Rideau Valley Roller Girls has been accepted as a member of the WFTDA, the national governing body for women’s amateur flat track roller derby in the U.S.
As a new member of the WFTDA, RVRG joins the ranks of over 75 all-female, skater owned
and operated leagues nationwide that have united to lead the growing sport of women’s flat track roller derby. WFTDA member leagues engage in sanctioned interleague play, including regional and national tournaments. RVRG will be a Class B member in the East region.
About the WFTDA
Founded in 2004, the WFTDA promotes and fosters the sport of women’s flat track derby by facilitating the development of athletic ability, sportswomanship, and goodwill among member leagues. The governing philosophy is “by the skaters, for the skaters.” Women skaters are primary owners, managers, and operators of each member league and of the association. WFTDA’s operational tasks include setting standards for rules, seasons and safety, and determining guidelines for the national and international athletic competitions of member leagues. All member leagues have a voice in the decision-making process, and agree to comply with the governing body’s policies. For more information, visit www.wftda.com.
Summer Shovin’ Roller Derby Double Header
Posted on May 17, 2012
RVRG brings Summer Shovin’ to Barbara Ann Scott Arena (2250 Torquay Avenue in Nepean) on Saturday, June 16th!
2 full contact competitive roller derby bouts by the region’s premier league will get underway at 6:30 pm (doors at 6pm).
In bout #1 RVRG’s Riot Squad will take on the South Simcoe Rebel Rollers from Barrie.
Bout #2 pits RVRG’s Slaughter Daughters against the Luscious Lunch Ladies from London, Ontario.
Bring your ID for access to the Hogsback Brewery Beer Garden and get close up to the action.
Tickets:
$12 Advance / $15 at the Door / Kids 10 & under: Free (Limit of 2 per adult please)
Get your advance tickets at the following sponsoring ticket retailers:
Market Organics – 126 York Street (Byward Market)
SpaceMan Music – 388 Gladstone Ave (Centretown)
The Original Mayfair Theatre – 1074 Bank Street (Ottawa South)
The Comic Book Shoppe, 2 locations – 228 Bank St. (Centretown) & 1400 Clyde Ave (Nepean)
or online at: http://www.brownpapertickets.com/event/246658
Season Passes still available – now reduced to $30
https://www.brownpapertickets.com/event/244232
Partial proceeds from this bout are going to Westminster Pet Sanctuary: http://www.westminsterpetsanctuary.org/
A terrific charitable organization that tends to special needs pets and matches them with foster families and adoptions.
Season Passes are here
Posted on May 2, 2012
Hey Roller Derby Fans!
Save yourself some time and money and pick up the RVRG 2012 Season Pass online for just $40.
At RVRG’s first bout on May 12 you’ll be able to pick up your season pass package. Not only will you get your cute wallet-sized pass, you’ll also score some RVRG league and team stickers.
Passes are 100% transferable and valid for one adult entry per bout.
RVRG’s 2012 Season Pass
Four terrific roller derby bouts for just $40.
Get yours online! http://www.brownpapertickets.com/event/244232
This year your favourite competitive roller derby league will be presenting 4 butt-kickin’ events:
Saturday, May 12th – Wreck ‘n’ Roll Double Header
at Barbara Ann Scott Arena (2250 Torquay Avenue) / Doors at 6pm
Saturday, June 16th – Summer Shovin’ Double Header
at Barbara Ann Scott Arena (2250 Torquay Avenue) / Doors at 6pm
Saturday, July 21st – Four-wheel Fury Double Header
at Barbara Ann Scott Arena (2250 Torquay Avenue) / Doors at 6pm
Saturday, August 18th – Brewer Brouhaha
at Brewer Arena (210 Hopewell Ave) / Doors at 7pm
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