Hard-hitting, lightning-fast, and full of attitude, modern roller derby is one of the fastest growing new sports in the country. Unlike its banked track predecessor, the current derby revival uses a flat track to bring the sport right into the laps of its rabid fans. As the popularity of the sport continues to spread, roller derby has made its mark in popular culture, featured on TV shows like Rollergirls on A&E and in movies like Drew Barrymore's film Whip It.

Want to know more? Read on to learn more about how to watch, how to play, the history of roller derby, and our governing body WFTDA.

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