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Derbylife’s Stories are tales from across the world of derby; a collection of personal stories with wider resonance for your derby life.

Guys Go Global: Men Follow Women’s Derby Footprint with World Cup

March 14th, 2014 | by Andy Frye

Early roller derby was exciting, even though almost nobody could skate that well. Look how far we've come!

The Voice of Roller Derby en Français: Plastik Patrik

February 26th, 2014 | by Em Dash

Plastik Patrik, one of the iconic presences in modern roller derby, is certainly one of the most fascinating people on or off the track these days, and we weren't the only ones who noticed.

The Hammer of MRDA: Bill Coulter

February 24th, 2014 | by Betty Schnockered

If you made a list of the hardest hitters in Men’s Derby, Bill Coulter's name would be Sharpied on that list

Making it to Wednesday Night

February 11th, 2014 | by Red Haute

In derby, we're always pushing ourselves. Red Haute reaches her goal and realizes there's so much left to learn.

The Man Who Shot The World: Axle Adams

January 24th, 2014 | by Em Dash

Jules Doyle aka Axle Adams is one of the most well-known and well-loved photographers in the sport. We'll miss you, buddy!

Roller Derby’s Wrecking Ball: Tink

January 22nd, 2014 | by Andy Frye

TINK is built like an NFL defensive lineman and represents a newer strain of derby athlete, one who makes weight-training a large part of his preparations for the flat-track.

Spinning Around: Hauss The Boss

January 13th, 2014 | by Betty Schnockered

We caught up with the Texecutioner's jammer to find out why 2013 was her breakout year, and what went on before that game with Gotham.

Championships MVP: Bloody Mary

January 9th, 2014 | by Em Dash

2013 was an exciting season for Bloody Mary. She served her fourth year as Executive Director of WFTDA, and was chosen as WFTDA Championships MVP for her role in the Texecutioners’ second place finish.