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MOST VALUABLE MEMBER
The inaugural MVM for November is Hannah Stompana. "Stomp" is the volunteer coordinator for the GRRG, and has skated with the league for about a year. She devotes hours to coordinating volunteers and support staff for each and every GRRG home bout. It's because of her hard work, organization skills and dedication that we can bring you the hard hitting action on the track. Let's hear it for Stomp! -
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Roller derby - Yes you CAN!
Roller derby - Yes you CAN!
The Grand Raggidy Roller Girls - West Michigan’s first flat track roller derby league - is actively recruiting new skaters, refs and volunteers for its 2009 season. If you’re 21 years or older, we want you! Get a jump start on the next exciting chapter in your life.
There’s no reason not to give it a try!
The top 5 excuses debunked:
I’m not tough” enough:
Many of our skaters have tapped into a source of aggression and tenacity they never knew existed. Some of our fiercest competitors are total “sweethearts” off the track.
But I can’t skate:
We have coaches to teach you the process, step by step. Two of the league founders didn’t know how to skate. They now compete on a national level. Trust us, you can do it, and we’ll show you how.
This sounds fun, but I don’t want to get hurt:
Grand Raggidy needs refs and officials who aren’t afraid to keep the skaters in line. We train you on the rules and skating. You’re part of the action, minus the bruises.
I’m a serious athlete, I’m not interested in joining a “fake” sport:
Roller derby has come a long way from its WWE-like roots. The modern version is a fast-paced, hard hitting, rules oriented game with a focus on speed, agility and strength. We practice three times a week. The GRRG is a proud member of the Women’s Flat Track Derby Association and competes on a national and local level. Some of us might wear short skirts, but we all take the game very seriously.
I want to be involved, but don’t have the time for practices:
Sign up to be a volunteer! Our staff is a vital part of the GRRG family, helping to run our bouts smoothly and allowing the skaters to focus on providing Grand Rapids with derby action.
Contact Grand Raggidy today to see how you can join our family!
Jackie Daniels, Old #7
We’ve known for years that Jackie Daniels was a star. Now the entire derby nation will learn all about this Grand Raggidy All-Star, from her dance skills to her role in the upcoming Drew Barrymore derby film “Whip It.” Read a fun interview with our own Old #7, at Fracture Magazine and remember that you saw her here first!
Most Valuable Member Feature
MVM (Member of the Month) is Grand Raggidy’s special way to honor and recognize some of the hard working people that make this league a success, both on- and off-the-derby-track. Each month, the league’s Board of Directors and league skaters nominate someone — skater, volunteer, refs, etc. — who goes above and beyond the call of duty.
Beer Brawl - December 13
Grand Raggidy Cuts Loose For Holiday FREE FOR ALL!
Does your holiday wish list include trying something a little out of the ordinary? If so, the Grand Raggidy Roller Girls have just the gift for you.
Grand Raggidy is mixing things up this holiday season with a sure-to-be-entertaining “just for fun” Battle of the Breweries. Skaters from both teams — the Grand Raggidy All-Stars and the G-Rap Attack! — were put into a pool and drafted by the brewmasters of New Holland Brewing Company and Schmohz Brewery (GRRG sponsors and supporters) for the league’s first ever “battle of the dream teams” competition.
This game marks the first time in nearly a year that the Grand Raggidy skaters will face off against one another in a public display of sisterly aggression. For those who miss seeing the rough and tumble Raggidy on Raggidy action, mark your calendars for the Battle of the Breweries on December 13.
Who wants to spend a wintery Saturday night caroling at the neighbors, or shivering in a mall parking lot and fighting over cheap computers at a big box store? Come inside to Rivertown Sports, where the skating action is always hot. What better way to get into the holiday spirit than a rousing game of Grand Raggidy roller derby as you’ve never seen it before? Plenty of surprises and hard-hitting action are in store when this game pits teammate against teammate in the regulation-length bout on the GRRG’s home turf at River Town Sports. Jammers will block, blockers will jam, up is down, and all bets are off.
Ticket prices remain the same — a reasonable $10/$12 for presale (brownpapertickets.com) or $15 at the door. Doors open at 5 p.m. and the action begins at 6 p.m. at Rivertown Sports in Grandville (rivertownsports.com). Rink side seating is first-come, first serve, and all ages are welcome.
VIP tickets can be purchased at Schmohz Brewery or New Holland Brewery
VIP tickets allow you in at 4 p.m. and receive VIP treatment.
Welcome to new GR-RollerGirls.com!
To paraphrase the words of a great man; “The reports of our death have been greatly exaggerated.”
We know we’ve been gone (from the Internet) for what must have seemed like ages, but the Grand Raggidy Roller Girls are almost back and certainly better than ever. The shiny, sparkley new GRRG Website is nearly ready to launch! New features, interactive communities, more photos, better updates…it will be worth the wait, we assure you!
Thank you to everyone for their patience as we worked diligently on the track to bring you kick-ass derby, and off the track to bring you the best Website we can offer. Check back often to see the new features and stay tuned for the official launch of the brand new gr-rollergirls.com! Coming soon! We promise!
In the meantime, be sure to check us out Dec. 13 at Rivertown Sports for the Battle of the Brewery scrimmage. Doors at 5 p.m., game at 6 p.m. Tickets are $10 in advance and $15 at the door.
xoxo-Your Grand Raggidy Roller Girls
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