I LOVE BOSTON DERBY DAMES!! I've been following this crew since way back when they had their exhibition bout in Providence on that sweet-ass outdoor track and we were all like freezing our asses off and catching skates in our teeth on the front row. Then they moved up to the gym at MassArt - Sold. It. Out. and STILL had a huuuuuge line around the block. That was freakin awesome. I am still sad that "Bone Saw" cut her derby career short. She was kickass. (She just quit. Nothing tragic happened. That I know of.) The Nutcrackers are my girls (with a special place in my heart for a select few from the Cosmonaughties - Easy Bake Shovin' and Violet Rage). But my main girl has got to be Malicen Thunderland. Girl skates with HEART! You are guaranteed an awesome time at these bouts. Go! Support this local sports juggernaut while you can still afford their tickets! Player-owned and operated! These are no princesses and prima donnas. They get down and dirty. They're not afraid to fall on their asses. The bands are sometimes fun, too. And they have good raffles. And the Shriners are amazing. And the beer is pretty cheap. read more

It took me three years, but I finally went to see the Boston Derby Dames. And I'll be going back. The vibe is a perfect mix of efficiently organized local sports and magnificently towny bravado. The crowd loves their roller derby, the Dames love their derby, and even the Shriners love their derby. Be prepared to park and walk, and be prepared to have a blast when you get inside. read more

$12 Ticket + $5 Drink + $2 Food + $1 Tip = $20 One twenty dollar bill for 4 hours of: (a) hanging with the widest slice of society from old men who wear red Fez hats and like driving tiny cars to heavily tatooed lesbian vegans with bulldogs. (b) watching thrilling bodacious girls with hilarious names beat the crap out of each other to a great soundtrack, with a Bud light in one hand and a salty pretzel in the other. WHAT IS THERE NOT TO LOVE ABOUT AMERICA? read more

I went to the last bout of the season, my devirginization. Slap me now, and call me an addict. This here is some mighty fine roller derby. The dames are kick ass, theatrical and amazingly athletic. Plus they've got some seriously clever/bad ass names: Maura Buse, Claire D. Way, Harlot Fever, etc. The whole experience is unparalleled. The spread of folks brought together is a crazy social experiment -- grandpas in red fezzes to lezzes with punked out tatts to townies to hood rats -- the chorus of cheering, stomping on bleachers building to a unifying palpable energy really transcends all these social boundaries. Newbies, don't be shy. The rules are straightforward, and the announcers are great about talking out the plays. Get ready for February '09 when the Dames will bring it hard once again! read more

The Boston Derby Dames are the real deal! They're Boston's first and only all-female, DIY, skater-owned and -operated flat track roller derby league! And I am a proud member: Jennasaurus Wrecks- r04r Contrary to what you may believe this full contact sport is totally UNSCRIPTED. (Julia A.- they're uniforms not costumes). We are proud members of WFTDA (Women's Flat Track Derby Association) and play by rules that are created and voted on by roller girls nation wide. Whether you come to check out one of our informal black and white summer scrimmages or an actual bout you are going to have a blast! Clearly from the other reviews posted no one has been disappointed. Our bouts, which we put on about once a month during the season, are held at the Shriner's Auditorium right of exit 39 on 93 in Wilmington, MA. It's literally only a hop, skip and a jump away from the city. The Shriner's snack stands offer beer, wine, pretzels and an assortment of other snacks during the bout. When the game is over we invite everyone to join us in the Fez room (which is when the FULL BAR opens) for the best after parties EVER. DJ Boo Boo keeps the music pumping until they kick us out at midnight. COSMO FOR LIFE! read more

So, here I am sitting at the Holbrook Sports Center on a Saturday afternoon watching roller derby and surfin' the 'information superhighway' (as Jenna C's girlfriend calls it) on my macbook (How the hell does this place have free wifi but no heat?) Anyway, what a perfect time to write a review of the dames I love, especially since their new season opens with their bout next Saturday at the Shriners Auditorium. *Sidenote, Shelby Shattered (hot captain of the Wicked Pissahs) just came up and threatened me. Finger to my face, 'YOU BETTER BE WEARING RED THIS SEASON!' Red is the Wicked Pissah color. Back to my review...these girls are amazing. I'm not big into sports and never have been nor probably ever will be. But for some reason there is this really awesome connection I have to roller derby. Maybe it's the girls getting their asses kicked, the hot fishnets, or the overall gayness of women on women on roller skates--whatever it is that draws me, I love it. A few yelpers on here are involved with roller derby themselves so clearly you should show your support by attending their bouts. The bouts are a short drive up 93 North (Shriners in Wilmington) and they even offer a shuttle bus from the commuter rail station if you don't have a car/afraid to drive amongst the New Hampshire folk venturing across the border into our society. Tickets are not too expensive (about $15) and the bouts themselves are amazing. About a thousand people screaming 'HIT HER' or 'EAT A DICK RICE ROCKET' (note, I said that to a Texas roller girl when she messed with one of my bitchnizzles from BDD). There is beer & wine (food too, but who cares) available during the bout and there is ALWAYS an afterparty where mixed drinks are then available. The afterparties are sooo much fun--drinking and dancing until midnight with the hottest girls in Boston...nothing better. Just don't spill one of their drinks or they may booty block you into a trash barrel. *Harlot Fevah, tough girl that she is, just screamed like a little girl when there was a spider making its home on her derby bag* Anyway...if you're into sports, love watching hot women kick each others ass whilst half naked, or you're just looking for something new & cool to do...THEN YOU MUST CHECK OUT THE BOSTON DERBY DAMES. DO IT. read more

Roller Derby and all the skaters ROCK! I can't believe I haven't reviewed this yet! My fiance and I have been addicted since last autumn when we atteneded our first bout to support our friend's sistah on the Wicked Pissahs. Sad that the season is now over, but looking forward to the next season. It's worth going if not only for the people watching you can do. There are folks from every walk of life. Little girls in ballet skirts, grandparents, college guys, punk girls, and more - all just having a blast and hanging out together. The Shriner's Auditorium also sells food and beer to keep your tummy satisfied during the bout. The burgers and hotdogs are decent, but unfortunately their soft pretzels leave MUCH to be desired. During the "halftime" break (not really half time as there are two of them) local bands play for the crowd. The 80s hair cover band was probably the most amusing of the bunch this past season. After the bout the loverly ladies sign autographs and then there is a party in the Fez Room at the Shriner's Auditorium. If you're sans automobile, they have a shuttle bus from the train station too. So, go and you'll have a blast! read more

I'm not sure how I'd never spent an afternoon watching girls get roughed up by running into each other with their hips while on roller skates, but I finally got to observe a few weekends ago. First off, the bouts are held at the Shiner's Auditorium in Wakefield. Where's that? I didn't know either until I went-it's really only a ten minute drive on the highway from Somerville, so much less of a drive than I'd geared up for. We ended up there early along with a crowd of people who didn't know how long it'd take to get to Wakefield either. The derby is really fun, and I got shockingly very into watching. I was kind of surprised of my interest as I general don't care much about sports, but this is a legit and very fast moving actual sport that holds my attention. The enthusiasm the derby girls have is great-clearly they are all very devoted. I was in attendance with a derby boyfriend, and he was the loud guy shouting at the ref and cheering on the Massacre. The auditorium comes complete with old folks serving $4 beers and cheap snacks ($2 hamburgers!). Also, if you order a gin and tonic once the lounge is open, they give it to you in a little plastic cup for your collection of cups you have at home that you wish you didn't ever bring home. I'll definitely be back again-it's a fun adventure to Wakefield, just bring a designated driver to cart ya home after. read more

Have you not been to a Rollerderby Bout by now? These girls KICK ASS. No, literally. An explosion of hardcore ladies on wheels, checking each other, landing in the crowded bleacher seats, maybe on you if you're lucky enough to be in the front row. It's some sort of weird circus/ultimate fighting, dizzying affair not to be missed. Sadly though at the time of writing, they are without a venue to hold bouts in. If you know of a generous place that will along women to storm in, skate in circles and has a PA, give them a shout. The fans are going through serious withdrawal without them! read more

First in the interest of full disclosure I'm byass as I'm the SO of a dame, but BDM is the most fun one can have on a Saturday night. Derby rocks! BDM events are great fun. A few tips - early in the season they will sell out, so buy tickets online. During the summer you can get them at the door. Events are kid friendly - early starts are great and the dames always love signing autographs and encouraging kids in sports. Anyone can tailgate before the event. After the event there is a party on site open to all who love derby. Its not as violent as people expect. However, it is fast pass with contact, which leads to falls. But there is no outright violence or people trying to hurt each other. In general I think fans enjoy the second bout they watch the most, as they now understand the basic rules and can get into the speed of the game. After that, around the 10th bout you start to understand the subtleties of the game. At the beginning of the first bout they cover the rules in a little demonstration, which is good for first timers. BDD is an amazing event and will appeal to a broad audience. Come see for your self. read more

The first time I went it was a lot of fun. The food is cheap, the tickets aren't too expensive and it was exciting. It helped that Boston won big. The second time I went I realized the problem with a lot of roller derby matches: they're blowouts. The first time was okay but the next match was pretty horrendous as Boston got skunked. I know it's not the teams' faults they get blown out - sometimes that's just the way things go. But it doesn't make for very entertaining skating. Within the first ten minutes of the matches I watched it was obvious who was going to win. My other complaint is that it's so far out of Boston. I'm sure it's not easy to find a place, but it would rule if this was actually in the city. It is fun to see girls beat the crap out of each other now and then and it's pretty exciting to experience at least once but I can't say I'd ever go back to see another match. read more

THE BOSTON DERBY DAMES KICK ASS!!! They are a lot of fun to watch and all have the cutest costumes and personality, but are bad ass at the same time... you can't go wrong! The bouts are a nice fair price and you can get beer and food for cheap and make it a fun night. read more

This is an incredible experience. Like another reviewer said, it is part circus, part sporting event. Read the rules before hand. Let the crowds' energy wisp you away into a roller derby frenzy. Soon you'll be stomping your feet and screaming with all the power inside you! Cost for ticket: $15 ... get them in advance because it is about a 15mn drive (FREE PARKING!) and it'd suck to get all the way out there for a sold out sign to slap you in the face. plus $15 gets you TWO games and an invite to the dance party afterwards! Cheap snacks/draaanks: $5-6 a beer, $2-5 pizza/hot dawgs/sausages, $3 cupcakes. They also sell cute BDD tees and stickers! I can't wait to go again! read more

I went to my first derby bout in Feb 09 and within the first five minutes said, "Where has this been all my life???" I love everything about this sport -- the diverse (and huge!) fan base, the cheesy venue, the crazy positive vibe bursting out of everyone in the building, the clever skater names, the tough and beautiful dames of all shapes & sizes...I could go on and on! I tried out for the league this fall and decided to drop out before final cuts because it was TOO DAMNED HARD! I pulled muscles I didn't even know I had and cried from the stress after most practices. It gave me a whole new appreciation for the girls who commit to this sport. Not only are they physically tough, and athletically talented, they devote a huge amount of time and energy -- as much if not more than they devote to their careers -- to running the business that is BDD. And they are NICE!!! Really the most fun, passionate, and supportive group of women I've ever had the pleasure of knowing. I can't wait to see the vets and all my fellow freshmeat skate their hearts out this season! Got the winter blahs? Get a ticket to the first bout on 2/27 and I guarantee derby will rip your blahs to shreds! read more

Nutcracker for LIFE!! I left due to a knee injury, gotta love physical therapy! They have sooo many awesome parties and Boo-Boo always DJ's. Don't let these dames fool you, they have PhD's & masters degrees! They're mommies and full timers and all have a love of the game! I recommend these dames over any other source of entertainment! read more

Why the Boston Derby Dames are the best derby bang for your derby buck, by way of comparison to other, lesser derbies: a) Soap Box Derby - Pros: occasionally inventive amateur automotive engineering accompanied by hilarious crashes and pileups. Free. Cons: snotty squalling 8 year olds, and their equally snotty squalling parents. Plus, quaintly anachronistic and terminally dorky, and not in a good way b) Kentucky Derby - Pros: obnoxiously ornate, floppy hats. Bourbon. Comically short men Cons: Over in 2 minutes. In Kentucky. Collisions usually end in death. c) Demolition Derby - Pros: chaos, noise, fire, collision, demolition. Cons: none, really. Except, no dames. Occasionally questionable audience make up. d) Derbies - Pros: Egalitarian sophistication. Makes you look classy without being a ponce. Also, Cabaret. Cons: A Clockwork Orange. Actually called bowlers. e) Roller Derby - Pros: organized chaos, noise, collisions, pile-ups, all w/dames, and a whole huge heaping helping of awesome on the side. Intriguing socio-economic generational/cultural cross section of audience. Infectious female empowerment in action, whipping around a flat track at a billion miles an hour. The names (oh the names!) - brilliant for their meta-cleverness and general pun driven hilarity (find your favorites here at the registry: http://www.twoevils.org/rollergirls/ Cons: my roller derby name, Slammah Montana, has sadly already been spoken for. read more

Grab your gal pals and head out to see these fabulous athletes do their thing. I've never been into sports, but loved the energy, vendors, and after parties. You don't have to know anything about derby to get caught up- they go over the rules at various points during the bout. If you're looking for something fun to do with your friends, and want to support certified badass ladies, go to the roller derby! read more

Beer-swilling seagulls and dancing robots. Speedy punk chicks with punny nicknames on rollerskates. Shriners, hipsters, lesbians, and families, all under one roof. Live bands in between periods. (Sing along now) "America... @&%# yeah!" Derby Dames rock because you can enjoy it either way. Want to do the whole post-ironic hipster thing? No problem. But my friend who came with last time, almost despite herself, ended up really enjoying it as a legitimate sporting event, and ended up shouting herself hoarse by the end of the night. Clearly the next step will be a Derby Dames on skates vs Shriners on their Tiny Motorcycles match! Let's make it happen! read more

I love going to bouts! I love the crowd, I love the teams, I love that it's in a Shriner's Hall, and you get to hang out with old duffers in Fez caps. I love tough girls duking it out on the track, and still looking sexy. I love the track names. I love the Wicked Pissahs, especially, and their Dorchester Pride, and all their fans who show up early to tailgate. This is the most fun you can have, legally. Or with your clothes on. I only wish we could see our girls bout with more teams from out of State. I checked out the nationwide site, and there's teams all over the place. The most hilarious team bios are on the New Orleans site. Check it out, for a chuckle. read more

Super fun! Cheap beer. Fried food. Cupcakes. Hot chicks in short skirts playing dirty. Doesn't get much better than this. read more

This is definitely an experience. The sport itself is pretty fun and amusing. I had never been to a real derby until early 2009. I went to check it out since I had memories of watching it on TV as a young child. I also went because my mother-in-law (yes she is that awesome) broke her wrist in tryouts for the 2009 season and we wanted to return to the scene of the crime. The beer is cheap (for a sporting event), the cheap carni-food is awesome, there are bands at halftime, and the crowd watching is unparalleled!! Besides, all of that the Dames had my whole family cheering them on in an honest and vested celebration as they kicked some serious roller-ass. Yeah it is a bit of a drive, but damn is it worth it. There is no reason not to go. Break out of the winter doll drums and get the hell to the derby to break up the monotony of being indoors at the same places! read more

Thanks Boston Derby Dames, for an ass-kicking Saturday night. Those Philly chicks are tough, what!? But I don't think anyone in the packed audience left disappointed. You put on a great show and I recommend to everyone that you check these dames out at some point. I can't think of many better ways to spend an evening than by enjoying the soul nourishing food and drink of the Shriners Auditorium and cheering on Boston's finest ladies on eight wheels as they take care of business. I do hope you can keep up the bus service for those who are taking the T -- it worked out great for us and it'll be a whole lot more difficult to get out there without it. The bus driver was pretty cool too. read more

Oh man do I love me some roller derby! It's so much fun!! Boston is comprised of three different teams: Wicked Pissahs, Cosmonaughties, and Boston Massacres. Each gal has her own physically devastating roller derby name. (My favorite is Maura Buse). The derby garb is colorful. The players are incredibly into it. The crowd loves it. And once you understand the scoring, you will too! I also have a blast at the merchandise table every time I go. Each team has a different shirt and some of the teams even have their players on buttons. I also love the DIY aspect of this. The dames do pretty much everything themselves. While the teams do play themselves from time to time, teams visit from all over (mostly the northeast) offering a can of whoop ass - and, honestly, the dames are the best because they kick ass EVERY SINGLE TIME. It's something different to do if you're tired of the same old, same old. The ladies also host an after game dance party that I have yet to stay late for, but would love to. read more

Every now and then I go a sports bar with some friends and watch a game - baseball, basketball, football, soccer - but never really feel that connection. "Oh look, he's kicked the ball. Now the other guy has it. He'll probably kick it as well. Indeed he has. Apparently that's worthy of applause and hullabaloo." How and why someone could get so worked up over a bunch of men running after a ball trying to put it somewhere other than where it is seemed so silly to me, and no matter how much I tried to get into it, I just never could. I just accepted that I'm not into sports, unless it's badminton. I guess I'm just not a regular guy. (Thank God.) Then I went to Shriner's Auditorium for the opening bout of Roller Derby and watched Boston Massacre versus Maine Port Authorities. I felt something within me stir. I was cheering! I was yelling! I was drinking! I wasn't booing, because those dames can kick anyone's ass, but now I understand - this is what it's like to enjoy a sport! Those derby dames are awesome. Full of sass, power, and maybe grace, any one of these betches can take you down in a bar fight. They also have hilarious nicknames, like Claire D Way, Kitty Twister, Britknee Breaker, Maura Buse, Sugar Hits, and Kitty Twister, to name a few. My favorite skater is Krushpuppy, hands down. There was upward of 1,560 people there (they announced the exact number but I don't remember it), and a lot of people had to sit on the floor by the rink because there weren't enough seats. Or maybe they sat there because it just adds to the adrenaline and excitement. The rules are explained at the beginning, and even if you don't understand it at first, it's very easy to follow once you watch the jammers try to get through the pack. Lots of booty blocking is involved, and before you know it you'll be cheering your favorite skater and heckling those in the penalty box. Hotdogs, burgers, fries, popcorn, soda, beer, and even a halftime show featuring Slim Jim and the Mad Cows (one of whom was with calf). I did not feel like I was in Massachusetts. This was the most fun I'd had all week! I had heard about roller derby before, but never got around to going because... well, I don't know why I never went, but now I'm pretty much kicking myself and I'm gonna go to as many bouts as I can. It almost makes me want to go back to Chez Vous in Dorchester and start something (on Kids' Night. I'll start small.) Don't do what I did. Go. Now. You won't regret it. read more

I didn't really expect anything so was incredibly surprised by HOW MUCH FUN IT IS to go watch the Derby Dames! I saw the expo of Boston B Party vs. Austin's Hell Marys at Simoni Ice Rink during my first weekend of this visit to Boston. Highly highly recommend- the game is fast-paced and easy to understand, and the commentary was perfect, explaining strategies and nuances of the game which weren't included in the program. The program includes a super nice schematic of how points are scored and the game works, but you really do need to listen to the commentators to understand what's going on if you've never seen roller derby before. There were food trucks outside that had big lines before the game and during halftime too. This was SO FUN and if you're thinking about it, just go. I'll definitely check out roller derby when I get home to Chicago and hope it's half as fun as it was in Cambridge! read more

Girl power....yeahhhhh! I first heard about the Derby Dames when a promo card was left on my windshield while dining in Burlington. As with sweater coats and crazy gas prices, I was surprised to see a relic of the 70s emerge in the new millenium. A few months later, I befriended one of the Dames and got myself to a couple of bouts. You should do the same! Folks, this is old-school, keep-it-real entertainment, and proof that a sporting event needn't shoot tee shirts out of a silly gun to keep the masses fired up. For your $15 ticket, you get a three period bout, bands entertaining you between each period, and of course, the raw power, skill, and speed that's roller derby. Don't fret if you don't know jack about the rules for the sport - the Dames explain the rules before the bout and your trusty program will guide you along as well. As much as I enjoy watching the bouts, I equally enjoy making the pilgrimage to the shrine that is Shriner's Auditorium. You can snack on a belly full of concessions that will leave you plenty of clams to pay your giant Comcast bill. Plus, they sell beer. Yay! And a party in the auditorium's rockin' Fez Room follows each bout. So, be shippin' up to Wilmington to watch your Derby Dames! read more

I went to a bout two weeks ago and I was so shocked I almost peed myself. For the uninitiated, roller derby is a must. The spectators reminded me of a mixture of a carnival side show and a visit to a wal-mart at 3 am. This means you, dude in the "Utili-kilt." The combo of kilt with fedora - very hot (insert eye roll here). Now, back to roller derby. For those of you who have not been, you have to go. If you have trouble getting out to event - cab it, hitchhike, leave the night before and walk.....do whatever you have to do to get there. It's worth it, trust me. I would not lie to you. I am so inspired I want to try out. They should let trans girls be on their team and then people could watch me fall down and get my ass kicked. Roller derby - you, me, the side show people, Utili-kilt/fedora guy and lots of alcohol. Be there. read more

I had no idea what I was getting into with the Derby Dames. We thought it would be kind of a lark, almost like the Boston League of Women Wrestlers. How foolish we were! What an awesome evening. Great game, great crowd, and a beer line longer than I see at pro sporting events. The actual bout is really entertaining. If you've never seen roller derby I highly recommend trekking out and catching a game, you won't regret it. read more

It doesn't get any more fun than this. BDD is a blast -- cheap booze, lots of action, and enthusiastic crowd. Truly a gem of an event to go to, especially with friends. The only thing about it I don't like is that I can't play -- it looks like so much fun! read more

I just went to my first BDD bout and I am hooked! I'll be seeing you all there. A couple tips: The bouts have been selling out a couple days before, so make sure to get your tickets online. Or, if you know a team member, I believe you can get tickets from them. If you're unclear on the rules, check out this video: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=P2W2b1WBmm4 read more

I miss the Dames, in particular the Wicked Pissahs and Sully the Gully. This is one of the best ways possible to spend an evening in the Boston area -- I highly recommend it. Get tickets online in advance, and get there early to stake out seats. Bring a group, it's more fun that way! Figuring out what's going on is confusing at first, but the rules are explained in the program, and they always to a demo explanation at the start. The game is fast-paced and will pull you in right away. These women are strong and awesome, and the game is so fun to watch. read more

I don't know why I resisted for so long but thank god I finally went, I love me some Derby Dames! Completely fun, great people, kickass dames, cool atmosphere, no pretension, exciting at every turn, definitely thrilling. You must go. One tip: Read the rules of derby on the web before you go. The PA system sucks and I could not understand one word and was clueless for the whole thing. read more

these bitches know how to show us a good time! The games are always entertaining, and who doesn't like to see chicks slaughter each other? read more

Obsessed. Completely, utterly, and totally obsessed. I attended my first bout this summer and have decided to try out for the fall. I can't believe how much fun it was to watch and by the end I was standing and cheering with the best of them. If you've never been to a bout before, go. You'll be shocked at how much fun you'll have. A fantastic, cheap, and completely awesome way to spend an afternoon! read more

I was in town visiting my friend and it was my first time going to a roller derby. For a first timer like myself, it took me a while to understand the whole game, but once I did I really got into it. The teams were awesome and so was the crowd. Plenty of different cool people there from all walks of life. The concession was very good and cheap in comparison to most sporting events. Who can beat a $2.00 hot dog in an arena? Afterward there was a party in something that looked like a wedding reception with huge tables where people congregated. Pretty soon though people got on the dance floor and boogied. This is something worthwhile seeing and a ton of fun! read more

GO ! Going to see the derby dames is truly a fun experience. For those who know nothing about roller derby, it's a pretty intricate, interesting game. And these chicks are fierce. Definitely go see them, if you have a chance. read more

After recently moving to Boston from deep in the heart of Texas, I was so pysched to see that I can continue my roller derby addiction in my new city. The Derby Dames are a good crew to see and Shiner Auditorium has a great vibe. Old school at it best. Great way to spend a Saturday night...drinking beer, flirting with old Shiners, and watching chicks get rough. read more

So. Much. Fun. After months of waiting for the time when the Cosmonaughties would take on the Nutcrackers, it was finally time to throw on some glitter, make some signs and go support my Twinsie, Jenna C., in all her bouting glory. My friends and I came prepared for the bout. We had a four signs, Cosmonaughtie colors and plenty of spirit. We were loud, we were laughing and we were having a great time. It's completely impossible just to sit back and be bored at a bout. Even if you don't understand the rules going in, you'll leave having a pretty decent understanding of how to score points. In short, you leave wanting more and counting down the days for the next bout. Shriner's Auditorium is decent, although the food is a bit... rough. Who cares, though? Fill up before you go to a bout and you'll be totally fine. The music keeps the energy going and the Dames have so much fun that their enthusiasm is completely infectious. There is no poor sportsmanship and all of the Dames have great respect for each other in and out of their skates. And let's face it, these Dames are just bad ass. I wouldn't mess with a Dame, that's for sure. Poor Jennasauras Wrecks broke her thumb at the latest bout. She's a tough cookie though, and she'll be back out there in no time pushing around some Dames and scoring points for the Cosmonaughties. read more

Way to rock my face off ladies! I can't believe that this has been so close to me for so long and I never knew. This evening was packed fool with everything needed to enjoy a sick throw down on skates. Cheap beer, snack bar fare, old men in funny hats and even a band playing to boot. The merch booth is a must see. They have such creative, funny and cheap stuff for sale that all benefits the teams. If you are looking for something fun, funky and exciting to do head straight to the Shriner's Auditorium for a kick ass good time!! read more

To paraphrase The Big Lebowski, "these chicks can roll man..." I only had a vague idea what the hell roller derby was before going to see the Boston Derby Dames at the Shriners Auditorium the other day. Four hours, 2 bouts, and a few beers later, and I'm a hard sold fan! It took some time and a few explanations to get the rules down, but this sport is really something to watch. To add icing to the cake, these girls make a cool sport downright addictive. The action is basically non-stop as these girls put everything on the line and check/race each other around in one hour long matches. The crazy athleticism they put out there really knocked me on my ass, and once I understood the rules, I was screaming alongside all the other die hards. Beyond that the culture of roller derby was a refreshing change. I've never enjoyed sports that take themselves too seriously. Roller Derby though keeps it light and real. As a for instance, players all have their own comical monikers from "Whitey Vulgar" to "Ivonna Shankabitch". Added alongside the carnival-esque environment of the Shriner's concession stands and bleachers, and this is entertainment gold. As a first time viewer, I didn't have a huge amount of understanding or expectation for going to an event like this. Having been once and had my expectations blown away? I am damn well sure I'm going back! read more