Maddie
Coach, committee, supermum
T (his real name)
Here we observe him holding a leek and some vaseline.
Occupation:
Teacher
Why do you derby?
Initially it just seemed a great excuse to start skating again. Once I started learning to play Derby, I got hooked on the physical and mental challenge, and the spirit that underpins Border City Rollers and Roller Derby in general. Having joined this brilliant gang of fierce, friendly people there was no going back (partly because of the veiled threats). Also, some of them are great at making cakes, and it'd be a shame to miss out on that if I left.
Occupation:
Primary school art teacher, face painter and artist.
Why do you derby?
I play roller derby because it's stress-relieving. There's nothing better than a good scrim to completely drain you of any negativity or pent up aggression in a positive and productive way.
Fun Fact:
I can speak fluent Welsh.
Occupation:
Fishing tackle and firearms retailer
Why do you derby?
We're a family, I couldn't imagine not playing Roller Derby with such an amazing bunch of people!
Roller Derby is easily the best thing I have ever done.
Fun fact:
I have six Moomin tattoos. I really like Moomins!