It’s the LAST BOUT ever of the regular season! (ha, almost caught you there)

Saturday, September 11th come down to The Hangar, Downsview Park to watch the Chicks Ahoy take on the Smoke City Betties! When these two teams last met in 2009, it was a tight game that kept everyone on the edge of their seat – and the Betties took it home 68 – 61. This year brings us different teams – with a heavy veteran roster, the Chicks are fighting strong. They put up a vicious battle against the Death Track Dolls, trading blows and the lead until the very end, and had a heartbreaking loss against the undefeated Gore-Gore Rollergirls. The Betties are taking a toll this season, sporting two losses in their ToRD regular season, but they have fire in their eyes, rocket juice in their skates, and a few bouts under their belts… who knows what will happen! You can be the first to know – but you gotta come to the bout :D

Tickets are on sale now in stores and online. To serve you better, we’ve switched out online ticketing solution from PayPal to BrownPaperTickets, so don’t be alarmed when you’re sent to their site to make your purchase. BrownPaperTickets is a fair-trade ticketing company, and the choice of derby leagues across North America! Also, we’ve changed our ticketing structure a little. Gone are the 10-pack tickets, and in are 6-pack tickets! For when your group just isn’t quite 10-ppl big, but you still want to save money! As always, individual tickets are still on sale.

Going to buy your ticket at the door? You can save too! TORD wants to help in the fight against hunger and is holding a food drive to support the Daily Bread Food Bank at the Chicks/Betties bout, Saturday September 11th.

Daily Bread Food Bank is a non-profit, charitable organization that is fighting to end hunger in our communities. Every year thousands of people across Toronto rely on food banks. Daily Bread serves these people through neighbourhood food banks and meal programs in over 170 member agencies.

Bring non-perishable food items to the Bout on September 11th to help support the cause and receive a $3 discount on your ticket!

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Saturday, 7:30pm. The Hangar, Downsview Park. Red meets Leopard in a full on derby throwdown. Can you roar? ROAR!

When these two met in 2009, the Gores emerged victorious, claiming a 151 – 71 victory. The Dolls haven’t forgotten, and a year later they’re out for blood. The Gores are looking to keep their winning streak alive, unbeaten since 2008 Championship.

Bring your friends and family, it’s sure to be a good one! There’s something for everyone at a Toronto Roller Derby bout – music, live entertainment, sports, pizza, beer, and a hella -rocking atmosphere! Tickets are on sale online and in stores now!

BONUS: We will be holding a silent auction for a framed poster of pin-up model Bridgette Jean, posing with ToRD’s very own Landshark and Bambi – Bridgette herself will also be attending the bout. w00t!

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Thank you for coming out this past weekend to CN Power’s SHARK WEEK fundraiser! I heard it was a smashing success (that’s right @themiw, I heard about the beer-can-smashy-forehead incident)

Couldn’t make it – or just need more CN Power in your life? Then hit up The Hangar this saturday to watch them take on the Buffalo Lake Effect Furies.

Here is your CN Power Roster for this bout:

Skaters:
Brim Stone
Betty Bomber
Candy Crossbones
Dust Bunny
Foxy Sinatra
Jubilee
Lady Gag-ya
Lucid Lou
Mega Bouche
Molly Boom
Monichrome
Nasher the Smasher
Pretty Peeved
Rebel Rock-it
Seka Destroy (Alternate)
Lady Scorcher (Alternate)

Bench Managers:
Dyna Hurtcha
Sonic Doom

HAPPY BONUS!! Show up by 6pm and you’ll get to see some of ToRD’s newest skaters, the D-VAS, take on the freshly teamed ladies of DRRD! Can you say, w00t? Holla!

Who are your D-VAS? Check out the roster!

Skaters:
Misery Mae© #CDM 101
Skinned-Knee Crosby (A) # 187
Wolverina # ///
hellbat #13
Corey Maim #L2D
Titney # 5*
Emma Dilemma # (716)
Krash Klown #911
Santilly In Yo’Face #1129
Veganatrix #1104
Tammunition # 9mm
Mace Kelly #1982
Tess D’Urb-Evil #1891
Raunchy Hextall #252
Rack Daniels (Alternate) #714

Bench Managers:
Tara Part
Aston Martini

IMPORTANT: It’s Jamaica Day this Saturday and there will be a celebration at Downsview Park that may affect the traffic and parking situation around The Hangar (but, there might also be delicious beef patties kicking around the area, and awesome dancing)

Your calendar screwed up and you accidentally double booked yourself and can’t make it? That totally sucks – BUT WAIT! There’s a bout the following weekend as well!

August 28th the (unbeaten since 2008) Gore Gore Rollergirls take on the Death Track Dolls! It’s going to be FUN! And by fun, I mean smashy, raucous, and loud. AKA, wicked.

(Poster coming soon)

Tickets for both bouts are on sale online and in-stores now!

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On Saturday July 24th, the Chicks Ahoy will take on the Gore Gore Roller Girls. This is the second bout of 2010 for both these teams, and they’re coming into it with 1-0 (W-L) records – but that’s going to change after this bout, as there are no ties in derby. Only one team of feisty ladies can go home with the win.

The last time these two teams faced off was the 2009 Season Opener, during which the Gores took home the win. The face of both teams has changed since then, so its open to opinions and fans as to who will win. Let the bickering begin!

Tickets are on sale now online and in stores near you!

Cambridge indie band Dérive will be providing entertainment at the halftime – non-stop fun, music, and good times, courtesy of ToRD!

Follow the deets on Twitter or Facebook

i just ate a grilled cheese sandwich… it was delicious

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How funky is your chicken, how funky is your chicken? How loose is your goose? Our goose is totally loose! So come on all you HOT fans, and shake your caboose! I mean hot, in the literal sense. You should bring a personal fan because THE HEAT IS ON this Saturday July 10th at The Hangar, Downsview Park as the Smoke City Betties take on the Death Track Dolls in ToRD’s third regular season game.

sings It’s gettin hot in here, so take off all your clothes end singing <— pretend I didn’t just burst into song.

(don’t worry, we don’t have the heat on, that would be stupid. but we also don’t have AC, so it will be warm. cool down with a nice beer, eh?)

The Betties will be hitting the track hard, hoping to recoup some of the street cred they lost when they took on the Gores in the season opener. They’ll have their work cut out for them, because the Dolls are fiercly chasing the win – still burned by their close loss to the Chicks Ahoy.

– Obligatory Deets –
When: Saturday July 10th, doors @ 6:30pm, bout at 7:30pm
Where: 75 Carl Hall Rd unit 2, The Hangar, Downsview Park, Toronto
Tickets on sale now! Uncomfortable shopping online? Check out the list of our fine retailers, or take the risk of buying your ticket at the door!

Trackside seating! Bleachers! Bring your own chair! Food + Drinks + Beer! Musical guests The Weirdies! Family Friendly Environment! Get your kids into derby – bring them to the bout to learn more about Toronto Junior Roller Derby! TJRD will be doing a skate-a-thon during halftime!

The fun doesn’t stop after the bout – come on down and meet the skaters at the official bout afterparty, hosted by The Garrison – 1197 Dundas Street West Toronto.

The Smoke City Betties http://www.smokecitybetties.com

The Death Track Dolls http://www.deathtrackdolls.com

Contact Toronto Junior Roller Derby at TorontoJRD@gmail.com

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WHAT A GREAT GAME!!

Last Saturday the Dolls faced off against the Chicks in an epic derby battle. I say epic, because the bout was cussing fantastic! It was so good, I forgot to blink, and then my contacts tried to fall out. True Story.

Neck-and-neck the entire time, the Dolls and Chicks traded off the lead for the entire first half. It was plain to see that both teams wanted their first win of the season. The Dolls pulled ahead right at the end of the first, thanks to a massive 24(25?) point jam courtesy of Audrey Hellborn – it was AMAZING! The first half ended with the Dolls up 76-58.

The second period kicked off with the Chicks clamouring to get ahead. Heavy hits were tossed around by both teams – jammers Demolition Dawn and Land Shark of the Death Track Dolls went down from some massive hits laid on them by the Chicks Ahoy blockers. Despite that, the Dolls held on to the lead until 3 minutes left in the bout, when the Chicks jammed to their first lead in the second half, pulling ahead 112 – 109. Encouraged by their slight lead, the Chicks stepped up their game play, employing perfect strategy to hold the Dolls jammers back, while they ran through to increase their lead.

It worked out for them, and the bout ended 121 – 109, Chicks Ahoy!

Congratulations to both teams for an EXCELLENTLY deployed bout!

Excited for your next derby fix? Stay tuned for details on Clam Slam – Friday July 2nd!

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This Saturday, June 12th, the Death Track Dolls take on Chicks Ahoy! in the second bout of the ToRD 2010 regular season! It’s sure to be jam-packed with excitement, fan craze, and sweet derby action.

6:30pm, The Hangar, Downsview Park. Be there, or be square (I’m totally bringing that back)

Tickets are onsale at ticket outlets until the close of business Friday June 11th, and online until midnight on Friday! As well, this is your last chance to pick up your 2010 ToRD Season Tickets! The tickets have been pro-rated for the number of bouts remaining – it’s a savings of over 20$, and your guarenteed entry to all bouts! Check out the Tickets page for more details!

Check out Part 1 of The Derby Nerd’s analysis of the bout on the Death Track Dolls

Part 2 on the Chicks Ahoy! is now up as well.

ToRD.tv has re-launched, and now all the content from the Season Opener is posted! That’s full bout footage, filmed by the wonderful Mr. Force, and plenty of bout interviews by the Derby Nerd and Monichrome – as well as our behind-the-scenes segment CandyCam, hosted by the talented Candy Crossbones! Check it all out at www.tord.tv – be sure to watch the amazing video created by Dan Lim and Matthew Nayman!

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Come down to The Hangar on Saturday June 12th to watch the Chicks Ahoy battle it out on the track against the Death Track Dolls!

It’s sure to be a good match – both teams have mixed up their lineups significantly from last year. Watch out for new Rookie awesomeness like Slam Wow on the Dolls, and former Betties skaters like Marvel S. Maven on the Chicks! These are not last years teams, so who knows what to expect! Not me! Maybe the Derby Nerd, he’s good with stuff like that *peers over at www.derbynerd.com*

Tickets are on sale now! Check out your favorite ticket retailer this weekend if you like the real stubs as momentos (awww!), or you can buy them online right now! Tickets will also be available at the door the evening of the bout, subject to availability.

By popular demand, we’ve also reopened season ticket sales! ToRD season tickets are your key to ALL official bouts this year, as well as free entry to watch scrimmages in the off-season. That’s 9 official games, including Clam Slam and the Championship for only $108! GUARENTEED! Season Tickets are transferable, so you can pass them to your bestest buddy if you can’t see the game – introduce a new friend to derby! This may be your last chance to get guarenteed entrance to all the excitement, so make the move, buy your ToRD season tickets today! Season tickets are only available online, and only until midnight on June 11th.

Now, I’d like to take this tiny little piece of webspace here to apologise to the Chicks and the Dolls for my tardiness in blogging their bout details. I drew this piece of titmouse Original Art ™ to show how sorry I am.

*Note: ToRD does not endorce violence against birds.

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Experience won out over determination this weekend as the Gores beat the Betties 248 – 58. Sporting a roster consisting of 10 new skaters, 3 returning Betties, and one former Gore, facing off against a mostly experienced Gore lineup, the Smoke City Betties had their work cut out for them from the start.

The bout kicked off with the Gores quickly gaining the lead. Their excellent jammers zoomed around the Betties like Road Runner playing tricks on Wild E. Coyote. Rookie Gore skaters primarily filled blocking roles, hanging near the back and annoying Betties jammers (especially you, Hurlin Wall).

Through tough odds, the Betties kept their games faces on, and perservered through two tough periods – as hard as the Gores dished it, the Betties kept coming back for more.

Hella THANKS! to Box Wars for an awesome half-time show – you guys rock!!

Gear Up For Sports covers the season opener!

Toronto Grand Prix Tourist Blog was there too!

Egads! I’m on flickr! – check out some pics from the season opener

Check out the ToRD Photo Gallery for some Season Opener pictures by Trevor.
Derby Nerd and ToRD.tv coverage coming soon!
More articles posted as they show up

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This Saturday.
A bout of epic proportions. (we’re talking like when Leia kissed Han right before he got frozen in carbonite, that kind of epic)
A championship rematch.
The culmination of months of hard training.
The Gore Gore Rollergirls, undefeated 2009 ToRD Champions.
The Smoke City Betties, rebirthed with a serious team face-lift.
Two periods.
30 minutes each.
Anything could happen.

Tickets are currently onsale for the event. Check out one of our fine local retailers, or buy your tickets online. Season Tickets are only available online, and only until Thursday!

Doors open at 6:30 – show up early to beat the line! ToRD bouts are hosted at The Hangar, Downsview Park – a family friendly and fully licensed facility. Our facility is decked out with bleacher-style seating with limited availability – but bring your own chair or skip the bleachers for the hardcore Track-Side seating experience! You’ll be just 10ft from all the action, up close and personal with each jam.

Join the following on Facebook!

Not sure exactly what’s going on? Check out the Roller Derby Wikipedia article to brush up on your derby knowledge! ToRD follows the latest set of WFTDA (World Flat Track Derby Association) rules.

Check out Part 1 of the Derby Nerd’s pre-bout analysis on the Gore Gore Rollergirls!

Part 2 of the Derby Nerd’s season opener analysis on the Smoke City Betties is up!

Kathryn Humphreys of CityTV visited The Hangar this holiday Monday to chat with the Gores and Betties – check it out.

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Happy May 2-4 everyone!

Judging by the very small “Online” list in my msn, I suspect everyone is out of town *jealous* this holiday. Hope you’re all making the most ouf of your long weekend, soaking up the excellent weather, and indulging in a few beverages of choice.

Not to disrupt all the fun, but a I wanted to mention that Season Ticket sales will be closing Wednesday at 8am. I know how badly you all want to jump all over this once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to get your 2010 TRANSFERABLE season tickets, so I thought I’d shout out a little reminder. Heyyyyy yeah, heyyyyy yeah….

Our first bout is quickly approaching – this Saturday, May 29th, last seasons Champions the Gore-Gore Rollergirls will face off against the 2009 2nd place team, the Smoke City Betties! The last time these two teams faced off, it was the 2009 Season Championships! Since then, the Betties have undergone a serious facelift, while the Gores have suppliemented their lineups with new talent. It’s anyone’s guess as to what’s going to happen! You should be there.

Individual bout tickets are on sale now. However, I know you don’t want to see JUST this one bout. Hit up the tickets page before Wednesday, May 26th, to get yourself an exclusive ticket to all the 2010 ToRD action – via a SEASONS PASS! It’s the shiznit. You should be all over that like cheese on a cheezburger. I know I am.

Individual ticket sales will close on Friday, May 28th.

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Yay, the ToRD Season Opener quickly approachith! Did you mark Saturday, May 29th, 6:30PM on your calendar?

It’s sure to be a monolithic bout, as last year’s champions, the Gore-Gore Rollergirls take on the second place Smoke City Betties. There is some beef to settle between these ladies, and I’m sure it’ll all come out on the track! You should be there. I know I would hate to be the person who has no idea what else everyone is talking about.

Tickets to the bout are on sale now. You can buy them online, or you could leave your computer and shop in one of the many fine retail outlets that sell hard copy tickets.

Know you’re going to see more than just this bout? I’m sure you’re probably going to see them all, or know several people who will? Then buy seasons tickets! Season tickets give you the opportunity to save on a whole delicious season of ToRD action. You get entrance to all 6 regular season bouts, Clam Slam, 2 semi-finals, and the Championship! Best of all, it means guaranteed entry to all these events!

ToRD season tickets are transferable – that means, if you can’t make it to a specific game, you can give your season ticket holder’s card to a friend and they can watch! Click here for more information on season tickets. To purchase 2010 ToRD season tickets, visit the Tickets page.

Follow the event on Facebook!

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Remember how I told you to keep the weekend of March 27/28 open? Well this is why!

Toronto Roller Derby League is proud to present: Quad City Chaos!

Featuring the fabulous ladies of:

Vancouver – Terminal City All-Stars
Montreal – New Skids on the Block
Hamilton – Hammer City Roller Girls
Toronto – CN Power

Saturday March 27th, and Sunday March 28th, Toronto will host the Quad City Chaos invitational. Travel teams from Vancouver, Montreal, Hamilton, and our very own CN Power will face off in a 2 DAY round-robin of bouts! Everyone clobbers each other in this cross-Canada display of derby luv. This is your opportunity to see how they kick it derby-styles in our sister provinces.

Schedule

SATURDAY MARCH 27
1:00pm…........ Doors Open
2:00 – 3:30pm…. Toronto vs. Vancouver
3:30 – 4:30pm…. INTERMISSION
4:30 – 6:00pm…. Hamilton vs. Toronto
6:00 – 6:30pm…. INTERMISSION
6:30 – 8:00pm…. Montreal vs. Vancouver

SUNDAY MARCH 28
12:30pm…....... Doors Open
1:00 – 2:30pm…. Toronto vs. Montreal
2:30 – 3:00pm…. INTERMISSION
3:30 – 5:00pm…. Vancouver vs. Hamilton

Join the Facebook Event!

Follow the event on twitter – #quadcity

2-day Tickets On Sale Online NOW! Single day passes for sale at the door, subject to availability.

Or if you prefer, you can purchase your 2-day passes at any of our fine retailers:

West Side Stories – 1499 Dundas St. W
Soundscapes – 572 College Street
Rotate This – 801 Queen Street W
Junction Skate Shop – 404 Roncesvalles Ave
Good Catch General Store – 1556 Queen St. W
Noise – 271 Queen Street W
culturshoc – 1205 Queen St. W
Cardinal Skate Co. – 2142 Bloor St. W

2-day passes must be purchased in advance. Only single-day tickets will be available for purchase at the door, subject to availability. Online ticket sales close at 8:00pm Friday March 26th. Discount admission at the door with RSC card presentation.

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TEASER:

Ladies and Gents, keep your calendars open the weekend of March 27th-28th…

Just sayin is all…

disclaimer: no punch and pie at this event

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Well… the title pretty much says it all. Those of you who weren’t there, you missed something preeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeety spectacular. CN Power was out in their finest form, knocking the Vixens around all over the track and skating circles around them (literally!). By 5 minutes into the bout, CN Power had already managed to pull ahead 24-2.

That didn’t seem like a big enough lead to Landshark, who on her next Jam skated through the pack 4 times for a total of 15 points! Not to be outdone, Defecaitlin followed up in the next jam for another whopping 15 points! WOW!

The insane racking up of points continued, and by the half CN Power was ahead 108-20. CN Power fans were going crazy, but I think the ones supporting the Vixens were pretty stunned.

While the teams chugged water and discussed strategy for the second half, the rockin’ tones of Ginger St James & The Grinders filled the Hangar with dancing fans – I saw your foot bopping, don’t try to hide it!

After 20 minutes of awesome music, merch, pizza, and beer buying, fans ran back to their seats to see what would happen in the conclusion of the bout. With a sharp whistle blow, they were off!

CN Power didn’t relent – they just kept givin’er to the Rideau Valley Vixens. There was a tense moment when Landshark barrel rolled over Mega Bouche, but she somehow made it look graceful.

Down to the wire and clearly striving to hit 200 points, the final jam ended with a successful Passing the Star play (see 25:07 in part 2 of the video) as Landshark and Mach Wheels teamed up to rack the points up to 200. Unfortunately, the Jam clock ran out before she could make it around a second time to score the elusive 1 more point. Le Sigh!

Regardless, a great game played by all!! Thanks to RVV, their refs and their fans for coming to our humble home to challenge us! Better luck next time?

To relive the excitement, or if you missed the bout (SHAME!!), check out Mr. Force’s bout footage at http://www.layer9.ca

CN Power sponsor Balmshell hit up the bout on the weekend to show their support for the team. Check them out!

They also put together this sweet little video capturing the experience (does everyone have mad video skillz but me???)

Check out more photos like the one above taken by our friend Trevor in the NEW ToRD photo gallery!

More Photos!

Shoutouts from a blogger

Keep posted to this thread as pictures and news will be added.

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Well, that scrimmage went not at all like I had expected it to! But still a success! ToRD welcomed visiting skaters from the Queen City Rollergirls, the Tri-City Rollergirls, and the Forest City Derby Girls to participate in the scrimmage. These lovely ladies meshed right in and dished hits out all over the place!

Presenting the Cougars! (in black)

Anya Face #234 (FCDG)
Back Alley Sally #420 (FCDG)
Crimson Shivers # (ToRD)
Danger Danger #!!
Dolly Parts’em #925 (ToRD)
Downright Dirty Dawson #Z682 (ToRD)
Holly Hell-a-Day #7 (TCRG)
Inca Pacitate #777 (TCRG)
Lucid Lou #12:34 (ToRD)
Lucky Slamrock #24k (ToRD)
Mach Wheels #v12 (ToRD)
Marvel S Maven # (ToRD)
Mega Bouche #1977 (ToRD)
MIRAMBO #69 (FCDG)
Pretty Peeved #26 (ToRD)
Robber Blind #34A (ToRD)
Sufferjet #317 (FCDG)
Managers: Diva Zapata! (ToRD) and Nicki 9 Doors (TCRG)

And the Cubs! (in white)

Ace Bandage #16 (QCRG)
Anita Martini #9 (FCDG)
Betty Bomber #23 (ToRD)
Brim Stone #21:8 (ToRD)
Commie Kaze #27 (FCDG)
Dollface Massacre #13 (FCDG)
Dyna Hurtcha #21 (ToRD)
Greta Garbage #952 (TCRG)
Gunmoll Mindy #80 (TCRG)
Hoff #65+ (ToRD)
Konky #2000 (TCRG)
Lamb Chop #71 (QCRG)
Lethal Lorelli #XXX (RCRD)
Memphis Kitty #56 (ToRD)
Motorhead Molly #204 (TCRG)
Scarlet Fox #538 (FCDG)
Stacie Jones #101 (TCRG)
Managers: Landshark (ToRD) and Shera Venge (ToRD)

It was a brutal bout from the start. At half-time the CUbs had pulled ahead of the cougars 82 – 16 (ouch). All the teams looked like they were having fun just being on their skates though – I definitely saw at least one leg whip, and a few successful passing the star attempts!! Way to level up ladies! In the second half the Cougars stepped it up, more than tripling their first period score – unfortunately, the Cubs were unrelenting, and kept pounding in the hurt.

FInal Score: Cougars 58, Cubs 175

Congratulations cubs!

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Real Women. Real Hits. Real Heart.

The Toronto Roller Derby League (ToRD) is the largest flat-track derby league in Canada, boasting four house teams – Chicks Ahoy, Death Track Dolls, Gore-Gore Rollergirls, Smoke City Betties, one league travel team – CN Power, and a roster of nearly 80 active skaters! We are thrilled to bring Toronto the finest jams, checks, hits, blocks, knocks, bumps and bruises yet seen on wheels!

Come on out Saturday, February 27 to watch Toronto Roller Derby’s all-star travel team CN Power kick off their season by taking on Ottawa’s Rideau Valley Vixens!

Tickets $12.00 in advance, or $18.00 at the door. Online tickets on sale now.

Doors at 6:30, Game at 7:30.

After the game head on down to the Amsterdam Brewery for the official post-bout party!

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How’s your winter going? Mine has a distinct lack of snowboarding. DO YOU HEAR ME WEATHER? *glares*. Luckily ToRD saves the day again! Yayyyyy!!

ToRD presents: The Cubs vs. Cougars scrimmage!
When: Saturday February 20th, doors @ 3:00PM.
Where: Downsview Park
Misc: $10 entry at the doors

What distinguishes a cub from a cougar you may ask? Cubs represent our skaters in their 20-somethings, while Cougars are those who have graced our planet for over 30 years… *wink* you sly minx(es?)!

Show your support by joining the event on Facebook!

And don’t forget about our FIRST BOUT of 2010, coming up the following weekend! CN Power vs. Rideau Valley Vixens, February 27th, doors at 6:00PM. Tickets on sale soon!

So… who likes my 1337 drawering skillz?

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Happy 2010 from ToRD!

I know what you’re thinking: “Jeez, I just don’t know what I’m going to do with my evening this Friday”. Well, ToRD can help! Just when you thought we were quiet in the off-season, we’re throwing a Rookie Challenge scrimmage!

7:30PM. The Hanger, Downsview Park. The 2009 Rookies will face off against last year’s Rookies. Come watch the action to get an early look at new skaters you will see this season!

Doors at 7PM, bout starts at 7:30. $5 donation accepted at the door.

Follow the event on Facebook!

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Humber College Journalists Khris Reardon and Kyle Baron report on the championship match between the Smoke City Betties and the Gore-Gore Rollergirls.

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The setting: Downsview Park. Quiet. Isolated. Remotely located north of Toronto. From 4pm onward, cars slowly creep over to one of the buildings at 75 Carl Hall Rd. Passengers disembark loaded TTC buses and patiently gather by the door. Inside, ladies stretch, decorate, set up, skate.

Around 7pm the sh*t hits the fan.

A crowd of over 1100 cheers wildly as the Gore-Gore Rollergirls and the Smoke City Betties enter the track, each team thrilled and determined to win the Boot. The Gores are looking to reclaim the trophy they won in 2007, but lost in 2008, while the Betties want payback for their only loss this season.

The whistle blows and their off! A hard-hitting, fast skating period ensues, with each team giving as good as they got. The Gores gained a lead early on in the first period, and skated hard to keep it. The Betties, not to get discouraged, gave it their all and started dishing out hits left, right and center, to the thunderous roar of the crowd. The period ended with the Gores ahead 62 – 41 with a skater in the penalty box for each team.

There was much resting and strategic planning over halftime. The crowd remained entertained by the supreme breakdancing skillz of the Fly Antics Crew. The merch line was overwhelmed with people craving their own little piece of ToRD. Before you knew it, halftime was over and it was time for the final half.

Skating their hearts out, both teams clammoured for the winning spot. The Betties came on strong early in the second half, trying to close the gap on the Gores, who retaliated in the following jams to increase their lead. The Gores held their lead through to the end, but not without difficulty – the Betties kept right on them, forcing everyone to put out their best. The last whistle blew and the crowd went wild! Gores take the boot, 129-88.

CONGRATULATIONS to the Gores on their win in an action-packed 2009! You gave it your all and it paid off.

Above photograph taken and provided by David Artemiw. For more photos from the bout, visit his website.

Re-live the excitement by watching the bout, thoughtfully recorded by Layer9:
Watch the first period
Watch the halftime show
Watch the second period

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This is the game you’ve been waiting for all season! In this last game of regulation season, we’ll find out who’s going to take home the coveted “boot” and be the next champions of the Toronto Roller Derby league!!!

You will need to be there to find out!

The Gore-Gore Rollergirls, 2007 season champions and 2008 runner ups, are defending their currently untarnished record with a win at every game they have played. Having already defeated the Smoke City Betties once in regulation play, they’re on the road to taking home The Boot once again, but the Betties are not to be underestimated! The 3rd place team of this years Beast of the East tournament has been steadily getting stronger with each game – and having already played the Gories, they have an understanding of what it’s going to take to win, and a taste for blood!

Join us to find out who walks away champions!

SATURDAY, NOV 21, 2009
DOORS 6:30pm
GAME 7:30pm

Get your tickets early for $12 at these fine outlets:
Soundscapes
Rotate This!
Noise
Junction Skate Shop
West Side Stories
Gabbys in Roncesvalle
Culturshoc

Rght here on our website

OR

Pay $15.00 at the door.

Our last game was PACKED so be sure to get your tickets in advance and get to the doors early to get a good seat! You don’t want to be stuck in the cold for this AWESOME game!

Trackside seating! Trackside Drinking! Bring your own blankets and folding chairs :) Enjoy a great weekend of roller derby with the Toronto Roller Derby League!

The new home of Toronto Roller Derby is 75 Carl Hall Road, Unit 2
The Hangar Sports Complex @ Downsview Park

For more information visit www.torontorollerderby.com.

For PR requests email PR@torontorollerderby.com

Follow us on twitter: www.twitter.com/torrollerderby

AFTERPARTY

The Annex Wreckroom!
$3 entry with ticketstub from the game!

Take the TTC to the event, and take our shuttle back to the Annex Wreckroom to celebrate with the Champions!

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Come to the Hangar Saturday October 17th to see Toronto Roller Derby teams Chicks Ahoy! and The Death Track Dolls battle it out for third place this season! It’s sure to be one helluva time!!

Doors are at 6:30pm, game starts at 7:30pm sharp!

ToRD Supports Sistering!
Please donate any new or gently used Arts & Crafts supplies to our friends at Sistering. We will be collecting all donations at our game on Oct 17th.
www.sistering.org

Half time battle by:
BOX WARS
www.boxwars.tv/

Party With Us at our After Party:
Free shuttlebus outside The Hangar after the game, to take you directly to the official Toronto Roller Derby After Party @ Annex Wreck Room
www.theannexwreckroom.com
794 Bathurst St

Pick up tickets at the following locations – $12 or at the door for $15

Gabby’s 157 Roncesvalles
Good Catch 1556 Queen St W
Junction Skateshop 404 Roncesvalles
West Side Stories 1499 Dundas W
Noise 275 Queen St W
Rotate This! 801 Queen St W
Soundscapes 572 College

Or buy your tickets online now!

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Sunday is derby day at the Hangar!

Join us Sunday, September 20, 2009 as the undefeated GORE-GORE ROLLERGIRLS take on this years 3rd place team from the Beast of The East, and also undefeated SMOKE CITY BETTIES.

The top two teams in the Toronto Roller Derby league will play for bragging rights at the Hangar on sunday. One will lose and their 2009 undefeated record will be tarnished. Who will it be?

Join us to find out!

SUNDAY SEPTEMBER 20th
DOORS 3:00pm
GAME 4:00pm

Get your tickets early for $12 at these fine outlets:
Soundscapes
Rotate This!
Noise
Junction Skate Shop
West Side Stories
Gabbys in Roncesvalle
Culturshoc
online at www.torontorollerderby.com

OR

Pay $15.00 at the door.

Booby Drive
Please donate new or gently used bras in all sizes to be donated to give “support” to our sisters at Sistering. A luxury to women of all shapes and sizes is a nicely fitted bra. Having those girls in check can change your day!.
Thank you to all our fans for the great response so far! Let’s keep this momentum going and Help A Sister Out!
www.sistering.org

Trackside seating! Trackside Drinking! Bring your own blankets and folding chairs :) Enjoy a great weekend of roller derby with the Toronto Roller Derby League!

The new home of Toronto Roller Derby is 75 Carl Hall Road, Unit 2
The Hangar Sports Complex @ Downsview Park

For PR requests email PR@torontorollerderby.com

Follow us on twitter: www.twitter.com/torrollerderby

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Clam Slam 2009!

*Alll-queer roller derby bout hosted by Toronto Roller Derby *Official Pride Toronto Event 2009

Come watch an all-queer team from Toronto Roller Derby – The Clam Diggers – take on queer rollergirls from surrounding leagues in what’s sure to be the hottest, most action-packed event at Pride!

Team Vagine Regime Canada, inspired by the the original Vagine Regime, is made up of queer skaters from all over the country. We have girls from Victoria, Edmonton, London, Ottawa, Kitchener and Montreal!

Details:
Clam Slam 2009
Friday June 26th
Toronto Clam Diggers vs. Vagine Regime Canada
George Bell Arena
215 Ryding Avenue

Doors: 7pm
Game: 8pm

$12 in advance, $18 at door
Kids 9 and under are free!

Ticket outlets:
Gabby’s: 2076 Queen E. & 157 Roncesvalles
Junction Skateshop: 404 Roncesvalles
Rotate This: 801 Queen W.
Soundscapes: 572 College St.
West Side Stories: 1499 Dundas W.
Noise – 275 Queen St. W. and
Good Catch – 1556 Queen St. W.

Joining ToRD’s own Crankypants will be Special Guest announcer Andrew Harwood, music by DJ 4est and halftime show with Toronto Gay Dodgeballers…in short-shorts!

ToRD supprts sistering, Girls Night Out!
Donate unused or unwanted lotions, perfumes, haircare, and any other luxury spa items! And don’t forget those feminine hygiene products! Help out our sisters at Sistering.

RSVP on Facebook!

See what CP24 has to say about the Clam Slam!

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