Derby 101

Roller derby action on the track is fast, so sometimes things can get confusing! We’ve written a “Derby 101” lesson for you here so you can get started with some background reading. On the day, we’ll keep you informed with explanatory videos, information in your program and our professional announcers – or make a new friend and ask your neighbour or a passing rollergirl to help you figure out what just happened.

Roller derby is a full-contact skating sport, played on a flat, oval track, in which points are scored by lapping members of the opposition. A team consists of up to 14 players, with up to 5 on the track at any given time.