I grew up watching the likes of the LA Thunderbirds on TV, so the idea of roller derby has been in my mind a long time. Now I can say that I've seen it with my own eyes, although now this is a legitimate women's league that doesn't feature any of the theatrics that I loved seeing on TV. This is hard hitting roller derby on a banked track with an adoring audience screaming in support. It was a lot of fun. Due to the popularity with the fans, tickets are hard to come by, and health restrictions are in effect. Still, this was very entertaining, and I'm happy to see that roller derby is still alive in LA. [Update 10/16/2022] The health restrictions have been eased slightly, although you still need to show either proof of vaccination or a recent negative test. Masks are optional, but having a good time watching women's roller derby is inevitable. I had a...
   Read moreWe attended our first game in your new location last night and left at halftime! Why? The excitement was taken out of the game almost immediately due to the huge point spread by the half. I know the object of the game is for the jammer to make there way thru the pack but when opposing team doesn't prepare to block that person and whiz thru racking up points the game was over before halftime. We've unfortunately decided that was our last game. We wish you well and continue to grow teaching young girls that women are equal to men. Don't forget...
   Read moreWe had a blast with our adult siblings, our teenage son and his cousins. We knew nothing of the sport going into it, and in 2 hours figured out enough of the basics to really enjoy the competitive and raucous finish. Beer and wine are reasonable. As are the junk food snacks.
The announcers were great, strong on calling the match bit also funny and clean banter. The fake sponsor spots are hilarious. A different type of entertainment. ...
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