Toronto Roller Derby’s rookie team, The Toxins, made an impressive mark this past weekend, skating their way to third place at the annual Fresh and Furious tournament, hosted by Hogtown Roller Derby. In a packed weekend showdown of emerging talent, the Toxins played five hard-fought games, showing grit, growth, and a ton of team spirit.
The tournament kicked off with a nail-biter against Durham Region Roller Derby (DRRD), where the Toxins fell just short with a final score of 40–46. Undeterred, they bounced back in style with a decisive 84–28 victory over the SLAM-mateurs, making a clear statement that they came to compete.
Momentum stayed high in their third match against Eagle Beavers, with the Toxins edging out a thrilling 64–62 win that had fans on the edge of their seats. They faced a tough challenge in their fourth game against Roller Derby Quebec, ultimately falling 32–77, but staying determined as ever.
The final match saw the Toxins rise once more, beating Les Outsiders du Quebec 62–48 and securing their spot for 3rd.
Weekend Scores Recap:
- TOXINS 40 / DRRD 46
- TOXINS 84 / SLAM-mateurs 28
- TOXINS 64 / Eagle Beavers 62
- TOXINS 32 / Roller Derby Quebec 77
- TOXINS 62 / Les Outsiders du Quebec 48
Fresh and Furious is one of the most exciting and intense rookie tournaments in Eastern Canadian roller derby, and the Toxins proved they have the stamina, teamwork, and heart to go the distance. Congratulations to The Toxins on an unforgettable tournament and their well-earned 3rd place finish! The future of Toronto Roller Derby is looking fierce.
