The Windy City Rollers - Women's Roller Derby in Chicago! » Events http://www.windycityrollers.com Chicago's number one women's roller derby league Fri, 03 Feb 2012 17:14:20 +0000 en hourly 1 http://wordpress.org/?v=3.3.1 The Fury Takes Win from Manic Attackers http://www.windycityrollers.com/the-fury-takes-win-from-manic-attackers/ http://www.windycityrollers.com/the-fury-takes-win-from-manic-attackers/#comments Tue, 31 Jan 2012 17:04:32 +0000 Peter Coffinail http://www.windycityrollers.com/?p=4595 After barely getting a win out over the Hell’s Belles earlier in the evening, The Fury looked to hold their ground against the red hot Manic Attackers. Standing up against the Manic Attackers is a fight that will test the resolve of The Fury bench and show their rookies how tough the Manic Attackers can really be.

The Manic Attackers sent a message with their resounding win against the Double Crossers earlier in the evening telling the reigning champs that their title has an uncertain future. With determination and steamrolling momentum on their side, the Manic Attackers looked to close out The Fury and leave the evening victorious.

The bout started with Kola Loka facing off against Zoe Trocious, pitting two incredibly talented jammers against each other. Zoe Trocious gained lead jammer thanks to superb skating skills and precision blocking from Mo Vengeance, Tamikaze, and Ruth Enasia. The Manic Attackers started the bout on top of The Fury 9-0. It wasn’t long before The Fury answered back and the bout was bubbling into a frothing cauldron of molten hot magma.

Rusty Razorskates made an excellent showing for The Fury and helped add depth to a thinning Fury jammer pool. Still leaning on veterans Kola Loka and Jackie Daniels, The Fury also employed KonichiWOW to jam, and the Ivy King Cup champs were still showing they have a right to stay on top.

Both teams were fighting tooth and nail on the track and gaining any real estate didn’t come without a high price. Bork Bork Bork, Lola Getz, Ying O’Fire and Rose Feratu were bruising and battering their way through the pack clearing lanes and making their presence felt. The Fury were answering back with sniping from T.S. Helliot, precision recycling from Mel Content, Yvette YourMaker and Take Out Box, and punishing blows from Janicide Joplin.

As the bout was drawing to a close, it looked like a run away win for The Fury, but The Manic Attackers’ Theivin’ Tyler scored an impressive 20 points to put her team to within eight points, closing a 42-14 gap. From there, The Fury kept the lead and leaned on every skater in the lineup to bring their skills to the table. It was an impressive win for The Fury with the score set at 66-52.

The Fury pulled a win out that was nothing short of spectacular. Trading blows with the Manic Attackers, it was the team with the most stamina at the end of the game that was taking the overall win for the evening home. Though the Manic Attackers were stacked with talent and tenacity, The Fury managed to pull their rookie and veteran talent together and made a point to show they aren’t done fighting yet.

]]> http://www.windycityrollers.com/the-fury-takes-win-from-manic-attackers/feed/ 0 Hell’s Belles Round Out Night in Third Place http://www.windycityrollers.com/hells-belles-round-out-night-in-third-place/ http://www.windycityrollers.com/hells-belles-round-out-night-in-third-place/#comments Tue, 31 Jan 2012 17:02:30 +0000 Peter Coffinail http://www.windycityrollers.com/?p=4592 At the onset of the third bout, the Hell’s Belles blasted the Double Crossers in the face as Unicoroner scored 12 points. The Hell’s Belles went on to score eight more points before the Double Crossers could even answer back.

Team captain, Abbey scored two points for the Double Crossers to finally put them on the board in the fourth jam. In the same jam, they lose veteran Nina Faile to a leg injury and the turning point of the bout for the Double Crossers.

Phoebe Fi Fo Fum proved to be the game changer for the Hell’s Belles. She had great poise and resilience under the face of punishment and made short work of the Double Crossers defense. Team captains Mya Ssault and Deb Autry were both dishing out punishment throughout the bout and creating havoc in the front and the back of the pack.

The Double Crossers weren’t able to amass enough points to break the Hell’s Belles lead, but they still managed to go blow for blow and brought some pain of their own to the track. Busty BraBender, Cruel Whip, Julia Rosenwinkel, and Berg were all handing out menacing blows to the ladies in red.

The Hell’s Belles made short work of the Double Crossers, keeping the momentum through most of the bout and tallying a decent spread. The Double Crossers were chipping away at the Hell’s Belles lead, but the points weren’t enough to counter their multiple trips to the penalty box and lack of juice from their jammer pool.

There was no shortage of defense on the Double Crossers side of the scoreboard, but they didn’t have the point-scoring drive needed to put the Hell’s Belles to bed. The Belles performance, winning 89-23, shows that they are in definite contention for a shot at the Ivy King Cup.

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Supporting the Alzheimer's Association, the Manic Attackers are still gaining traction from last season with a solid mixture of rookies, newer skaters and their old guard, including Ying O’Fire, back from giving birth to her baby girl during the off-season.  For this team, there is no sign of weakness and winning is the only option. The text-in crowd votes showed the popular sentiment laying in these ladies favor in winning the entire evening.

The Double Crossers skated for the Boys and Girls Club of Chicago. The team is looking for some vindication after a lack luster season last year. With a pair of their hardest hitters in Norma Lee Wright and Georgia on Yer Behind opting for just the All-Star team, the Double Crossers have their work cut out for them.

Though the Double Crossers were trying to be a physical presence on the track, it was overshadowed by the intensity of the Manic Attackers defense. Impenetrable and unrelenting, Bork Bork Bork, Mo Vengeance, Lola Getz, Rose Feratu, Ruth Enasia, and anyone wearing electric blue and yellow was making it hard for the Double Crossers to negotiate the track.

That’s not to say the Double Crossers weren’t even there, with Nina Faile in the lineup after missing the 2011 season on injury, the prospects looked good. Combined with solid jamming from Abbey, Dani Get Your Guns, Sunshine N Painbows and rookie Teddy Slams there was a sprinkle of hope for the silent ninjas. As the bout continued on, though, the Manic Attackers threw blow after blow until there were only smoldering remains of the Double Crossers.

The Manic Attackers showed their true grit on the track. With a solid line up and a big bag of hard hits, they showed the Double Crossers their toughness and gave the rest of the league a taste of what this season will look like. The Manic Attackers won the bout with a score of 103-36. They went on to face The Fury while the Double Crossers went on to face the Hell’s Belles.

]]> http://www.windycityrollers.com/manic-attackers-mangle-double-crossers/feed/ 0 Team Fury Puts Out Belle’s Fire http://www.windycityrollers.com/team-fury-puts-out-belles-fire/ http://www.windycityrollers.com/team-fury-puts-out-belles-fire/#comments Tue, 31 Jan 2012 17:00:48 +0000 Peter Coffinail http://www.windycityrollers.com/?p=4579 New scrapes and bruises were served up in mass quantities as all four home teams of the Windy City Rollers opened the 2012 season on Saturday night. Bracing against frigid air, the ladies of the Windy City Rollers brought the UIC Pavilion to a rolling boil with a charity tourney pitting all four teams against each other in single elimination, single half bouts.

The first bout of the evening pitted the long-standing champions, The Fury against the up and coming Hell’s Belles. The Fury skated the evening for the Avon Walk for Cancer charity. They came to the track with a rookie heavy line up coupled with a core of veterans willing and able to keep the teams winning streak alive. A number of the “old guard” was either out with injury or opting for the All-Star team only.

The Hell’s Belles were skating for The Big Brothers and Big Sisters of Chicago charity and looking to bring a solid win to the table. Having spent the last two seasons honing their rookies into contention, the Hell’s Belles have every chance to score a shot at the Ivy King Cup this year.

Both teams worked the scoreboard quickly as the bout got underway. They both got on the board early and neither was ready to relent. Though both teams were trading blows early, the Hell’s Belles looked solid and ready to tally their first win of the night.

Behind solid jamming with captain Deb Autry, the uber agile Zombea Arthur and the lightning quick Phoebe Fi Fo Fum, the Hell’s Belles were rocking The Fury on their heels early on in the bout. Coupled with Pominatrix and Unicoroner, the Hell’s Belles jammer pool was deep and talented.

The Fury relied heavily on their veteran jammers Jackie Daniels, Kola Loka and Yvette YourMaker to keep points on the board for them. Late in the bout, and blessed with some jammer penalties by the Hell’s Belles, The Fury took the lead and widened the points spread on the unsuspecting Hell’s Belles.

There was an ever-present air of physical play throughout the bout and the hard-hitting combination on Yameet Ur Doom and captain Mya Ssault for the Hell’s Belles was pivotal. Their efforts joined with Dinah Party, Luxe Capacitor and Brawla Poundstone kept the pace with The Fury blocking.

The Fury defense was spot on the whole night through. Whether it was a joint wall of pain consisting of T.S. Helliot, Mel Content and Poppy Spock or a one-two punch from veteran/rookie combos like Jackie Daniels and Brooke Fly there was no shortage of punishment being dished out by The Fury. Yvette YourMaker and Take Out Box were working recycling magic in the front and back of the track. Terror Byte and KonichiWOW were churning the packs' innards as Jailya Roberts was keeping the Hell’s Belles offense on lockdown.

The Hell’s Belles were putting a hurting on The Fury and held strong through most of the bout. The depth of The Fury bench was evident with an excellent showing from their rookies and maintaining a no loss record held over from the last two seasons. In a bout with four lead changes, The Fury came out on top winning 86-60.

]]> http://www.windycityrollers.com/team-fury-puts-out-belles-fire/feed/ 0 WCR Bouts for Charity on January 28th http://www.windycityrollers.com/wcr-bouts-for-charity-on-january-28th/ http://www.windycityrollers.com/wcr-bouts-for-charity-on-january-28th/#comments Wed, 18 Jan 2012 17:02:34 +0000 Babe Froman http://www.windycityrollers.com/?p=4452

Derby fever is in the air, and before you place your bets on the 2012 Ivy King Cup winner, come check out the competition at the Pre-Season Charity Bout on Saturday, January 28th.

The Windy City Rollers are switching things up this year with a Pre-Season Charity Bout to benefit select charities. On January 28, the 4 home teams will host a single elimination tournament with four 30-minute mini-bouts. First, The Fury will face the Hell's Belles. Directly following, the Manic Attackers will take on the Double Crossers. The losing teams will compete for 3rd place, and then the winners of the first two bouts will  fight for the opportunity to award their charity of choice prize money in the last bout of the night.

The Fury has selected the Avon Walk for Breast Cancer as their charity partner for the 2012 season. The organization is a national series of 39-mile weekend fundraising events launched in 2003 by the Avon Foundation supporting research to find a cure or prevention, as well as programs that enable all patients to access quality care.

The Hell's Belles have partnered with Big Brothers Big Sisters. For over a century, Big Brothers Big Sisters has been helping change kids’ perspectives and giving them the opportunity to reach their potential. Big Brothers/Big Sisters pairs a child with a role model to start something incredible: a one-to-one relationship built on trust and friendship that can blossom into a future of unlimited potential.

The Double Crossers will be playing for the Boys & Girls Clubs of America, whose mission is to enable all young people, especially those who need us most, to reach their full potential as productive, caring, responsible citizens. Boys & Girls Clubs provide young people with a safe place to spend time during non-school hours and the summer as an alternative to the streets or being home alone, with a chance to play, have fun, laugh and learn.

Finally, the Manic Attackers will proudly support the Alzheimer's Association, which is the leading, global voluntary health organization in Alzheimer's care and support, and the largest private, nonprofit funder of Alzheimer's research. The organization's mission is to eliminate Alzheimer's disease through the advancement of research; to provide and enhance care and support for all affected; and to reduce the risk of dementia through the promotion of brain health.

Wicker Park Choral Singers kick off the evening with their vocal stylings of the National Anthem.

Don't miss out on a single hit during this must-see event. Tickets are available at Ticketmaster, the UIC box office, or from any WCR skater or official. Contact groups@windycityrollers.com to receive 40% off of groups of 25 or more.

The Windy City Rollers are proud to skate at the UIC Pavilion located in downtown Chicago at 525 S Racine Ave, easily accessible from I-290, I-94, and the Blue Line.

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]]> http://www.windycityrollers.com/the-race-for-the-cup-begins/feed/ 0 Black and Blue Ball Award Winners http://www.windycityrollers.com/black-and-blue-ball-award-winners/ http://www.windycityrollers.com/black-and-blue-ball-award-winners/#comments Wed, 11 Jan 2012 02:49:47 +0000 Babe Froman http://www.windycityrollers.com/?p=4405 The Windy City Rollers held their annual Black and Blue Ball over the weekend, and some very special awards were handed out. A big congrats to all the award winners!

Double Crossers

Jammer of the Year: Julia Rosenwinkel

Pivot of the Year: Karmageddon

Blocker of the Year: Georgia On Yer Behind

Rookie of the Year: Sunshine N Painbows

 

Hell's Belles

Blocker of the Year: Mya Ssault

Jammer of the Year: Shocka Conduit

Pivot of the Year: Pominatrix

Rookie of the Year: Phoebe Fi Fo Fum

 

Manic Attackers

Jammer of the Year: Zoe Trocious

Pivot of the Year: Mo Vengeance

Blocker of the Year: Bork Bork Bork

Rookie of the Year: Thievin' Tyler

 

The Fury

Jammer of the Year: Kola Loka

Pivot of the Year: Jackie Daniels

Blocker of the Year: Yvette YourMaker/Sargentina/Ol' Drrrty Go-Go

Rookie of the Year: SpartaKris/Janicide Joplin

 

All-Stars

MVP of the Year: Jackie Daniels

Jammer of the Year: Varla Vendetta

Pivot of the Year: Hoosier Mama

Blocker of the Year: Bork Bork Bork

 

Second Wind

MVP of the Year: Ska Face

Jammer of the Year: Ska Face

Pivot of the Year: Mo Vegeance

Blocker of the Year: Tamikaze

 

Windy City League MVP of the Year: Jackie Daniels

Jammer of the Year: Ska Face

Pivot of the Year: Jackie Daniels

Blocker of the Year: Bork Bork Bork

Hammer Rookie of the Year: Sunshine N Painbows

 

Referee of the Year: Dr. Vroom

Stat Person of the Year: CleoSmackYa Jones

Support Staff of the Year: Roe DeLeon

 

Skulls and Crossbones Award: Tamikaze

Seltzer Commissioner: Jackie Daniels

Tequila Mockingbird: SpartaKris

Most Improved: Phoebe Fi Fo Fum

Most Intimidating: Yvette YourMaker

Sweetheart: Zombea Arthur

Golden Tickets: Sunshine N Painbows

Sexy Back: Norma Lee Wright


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CBS Chicago

Windy City Rollers Announce Home Schedule

Check out the 2012 home season schedule for the Windy City Rollers. Head to the UIC Pavilion to get your fill of hard hits, speedy skates, and pulse-racing action all year long.

Read the article!

Examiner

Windy City Rollers 2012 Schedule

The Windy City Rollers (North Central Rival of the Cincinnati Rollergirls) have released their schedule for the 2012 season, and are looking to make it back to the WFTDA Championships in Atlanta, GA next year.

Read the article!

 

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The Windy City Rollers return to the track for another thrilling home season. Come to the UIC Pavilion to get your fill of hard hits, speedy skates, and pulse-racing action all year long!

Saturday, January 28

6:00pm - Preseason Charity Bout

Saturday, February 11

6:00pm - Hell's Belles vs. The Fury

7:30pm - Manic Attackers vs. Double Crossers

Saturday, March 10

6:00pm - Hell's Belles vs. Manic Attackers

7:30pm - The Fury vs. Double Crossers

Saturday, March 31

6:00pm - Naptown Roller Girls Warning Belles vs. Second Wind

7:30pm - Naptown Roller Girls Tornado Sirens vs. WCR All-Stars

Saturday, April 21

6:00pm - Double Crossers vs Hell's Belles

7:30pm - Manic Attackers vs. The Fury

Sunday, May 13

Playoffs! First bout begins at 3:00pm

Saturday, June 2

Ivy King Cup Championship! First bout begins at 6:00pm

Saturday, July 14

6:00pm - TBD vs. Second Wind

7:30pm - TBD vs. WCR All-Stars

Saturday, August 25

6:00pm - Denver Roller Dolls Bruising Altitude vs. Second Wind

7:30pm - Denver Roller Dolls Mile High Club vs. WCR All-Stars

Saturday, October 20

6:00pm - TBD vs. Second Wind

7:30pm - TBD vs. WCR All-Stars

 

Tickets are available at Ticketmaster, the UIC box office, or from any WCR skater or official. Contact groups@windycityrollers.com to receive 40% off of groups of 25 or more.

The Windy City Rollers are proud to skate at the UIC Pavilion located in downtown Chicago at 525 S Racine Ave, easily accessible from I-290, I-94, and the Blue Line.

]]> http://www.windycityrollers.com/2012-home-season-schedule/feed/ 0 Win the Game of Gift-Giving! http://www.windycityrollers.com/win-the-game-of-gift-giving/ http://www.windycityrollers.com/win-the-game-of-gift-giving/#comments Sat, 17 Dec 2011 07:56:10 +0000 Babe Froman http://www.windycityrollers.com/?p=4350 Give the gift that's always unique: tickets to see the Windy City Rollers!

No stress, no mess - give the gift of WCR roller derby this year. We're offering special discounted ticket options to our 2012 bouts just for the holidays!

For a limited time only, the Windy City Rollers are offering two amazing holiday options:

Single Bout Gift Certificates

Need a stocking stuffer? Give the gift of derby to someone you love! Gift certificates are good for any of Windy City's ten 2012 bouts, starting Jan. 28th. Heck, you've been good this year: buy one for yourself!

Door Price: $21.50
Holiday Price: $15.00!

VIP Track-Side Season Tickets

Want to be the best giver ever? For a limited time, get reserved track-side seating for every bout in 2012 for over 40% off the regular price! That's VIP seating for the price of general admission, plus a sweet t-shirt!

Door Price: $365.00

Holiday Price: $210.00!

To take advantage of these special offers click here or call (773) 888-DERBY and we'll help make you a hero this holiday!

Still have questions? Just email ticketsales@windycityrollers.com and we'll be happy to help!

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