The Border City Brawlers, Windsor's exciting new roller derby league, are holding their second free skate at the historic Windsor Armouries on Saturday June 19, 2011. In line skates are welcome, (there is limited availability of rental skates) and helmets are strongly recommended for those participating. Free refreshments will be provided as well as hot dogs and baked goods. In addition you can meet the members of the Border City Brawlers and see them scrimmage at 2:45 pm so those who are interested can discover what this exciting sport is all about.
The Brawlers first free skate was held March 18, 2011 and the league was encouraged by the overwhelming public support. The first event saw a turnout of roughly 150 people, many of whom expressed an interest in seeing roller derby in Windsor.
While the Border City Brawlers and the sport of roller derby are relatively new to the city, the league is already 40 members strong. It's members come from across the county and from various walks of life. The Brawlers have been gaining attention for not only bringing the sport to the area, but also for holding well-attended community events, raising awareness of the league and introducing families to the sport of roller derby and re-introducing families to roller skating.
The Border City Brawlers are Windsor's first women's flat track roller derby league. Flat track roller derby is an exciting and fast-paced sport which has exploded in popularity over the past few years. The Brawlers, like most other leagues, are run "by the skaters, for the skaters" meaning the athletes are the owners of the league. The Brawlers recently recruited many new members and are looking forward to a tournament in July.
