Panhandle United Roller Derby
By Monica A. Heimes, League President / Edited By: Dorian Busby, League Treasurer
Roller derby has officially taken over the Emerald Coast. On Saturday, March 4th, Panhandle United Roller Derby opened up their 2017 Season at the Northwest Florida Fairgrounds to an action packed double header.
Panhandle United Roller Derby’s home team, the Beach Brawl Sk8r Dolls took on the Red River Sirens from Clarksville, Tennessee. After an hour long bout, the Beach Brawl Sk8r Dolls secured a season opener victory with a final score of 231-78.
The second bout was a sanctioned Men’s Roller Derby Association bout. New Orleans Brass Roller Derby from New Orleans, Louisiana took on the Atlanta Men’s Roller Derby ResurGents from Atlanta, Georgia. After a fast paced bout filled with big hits and quick jams, the ResurGents took home the win 198-120.
Panhandle United will be traveling this month to compete against out-of-state teams. Your favorite skaters will return to their home track on Saturday June 17th as they face the J-Villians from Jacksonville, Florida. Doors open at 6:00 pm with the bout starting at 7:00 pm. Advance tickets can be purchased at www.Eventbrite.com, or from a Panhandle United Roller Derby league member.
Panhandle United Roller Derby is currently looking for skaters, referees and volunteers. You can continue to support your local roller derby league by heading over to www.panhandleunitedrollerderby.com.