10 May 2012 - THE LOS ANGELES DERBY DOLLS HOME TEAM SEASON CONTINUES ON SATURDAY, MAY 19TH THE TOUGH COOKIES TAKE ON THE 2011 CHAMPIONS SIRENS.

Media Contact:

pr@derbydolls.com

 THE LOS ANGELES DERBY DOLLS HOME TEAM SEASON CONTINUES ON

SATURDAY, MAY 19^TH THE TOUGH COOKIES TAKE ON THE 2011 CHAMPIONS SIRENS.

Los Angeles - On May 19th, the Los Angeles Derby Dolls will have three-time championship title holders the Tough Cookies skate against the 2011 champs the Sirens. The Tough Cookies winning streak came to a dramatic end last year when the once undefeatable team placed at the bottom of the league rankings. With new members, tough training and a burning desire to win, the scouts have been earning patches to once again reclaim the top spot. The Sirens started the 2012 season with an impressive win, beating the Fight Crew by 143 points, proving that they do not plan on giving up that champs title. Will the Tough Cookies make an arresting impact on the track, or will the ladies in blue leave crumbs on the track and skate away with another win? Let the battle begin!

Join the fun at the Doll Factory, the home of the Derby Dolls located in Historic Filipinotown. The Derby Dolls are also happy to announce that all games for the 2012 season are open to all ages, but please note that all Saturday evening games are “PG-13” rated so parental guidance is suggested. Alcohol sales remain open for 21+ guests who will be issued an alcohol wristband at the door with a valid ID.Small personal cameras (pocket-size, point and shoot only) are now allowed into the Doll Factory, so come and take pictures of your favorite skaters or with them after the bout! Reminder: No photographers are allowed to shoot from the pink track-side walkways at any time. Any large DSLR type cameras that require a camera bag or have interchangeable lenses are strictly prohibited for personal fan use and will be turned away. All professional cameras and equipment will remain for press outlets only.

L.A. Derby Dolls events also offer a full range of entertainment off the track in the Vendor Village with live musical entertainment at halftime, vendors selling art, jewelry and clothes; food from Garage Pizza and a variety of other food trucks onsite; and various alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverage choices. The L.A. Derby Dolls are proud to be sponsored by Jack Daniel’s and Pabst Blue Ribbon. JD ready-to-drink bottles, along with PBR beer and various wines will be served up by Alex’s Bar. Stila cosmetics will be at all games treating our fans to complimentary beauty products, and the S-One Helmet Company will be protecting our skaters. We are also very excited to also be sponsored by the DSALA - TwentyWonder fundraising event (http://www.twentywonder.org/) which will be returning to the Doll Factory this summer.

Tickets are available for purchase at http://derbydolls.com/tickets. General admission tickets are $18 online and $20 at the door. VIP tickets are $40. Doors open at 6:00 p.m. and close at the end of halftime. The Doll Factory is located at 1910 Temple St., Los Angeles, CA 90026 (between Alvarado and Union). General parking is available for $10 at Silver Lake Medical Center, 1711 West Temple (near the intersection of Temple and Union), one block east of the Doll Factory. Motorcycle and Scooter parking is available for $5 at the Main Gate. Please ensure you bring your ID and note that all concessions and most vendors accept cash only.

About the L.A. Derby Dolls:

Founded in 2003, the L.A. Derby Dolls (www.derbydolls.com/la) are Southern California’s premiere women’s banked-track, quad-skating, roller derby league. Within the league, four fierce teams battle for dominance: Fight Crew, Sirens, Tough Cookies and Varsity Brawlers. The L.A. Ri-Ettes are L.A. Derby Doll’s all-star team that competes on a national level against the best of the best in the country. While their uniforms may be stylish and their names playful, do not be fooled by appearances – the L.A. Derby Dolls are athletes who skate a sport that is unscripted and real. Honored as a Treasure of Los Angeles by the Central City Association, the L.A. Derby Dolls embody the do-it-yourself, “for the skaters, by the skaters” ethos of modern women’s roller derby.

The L.A. Derby Dolls are one of only thirteen leagues in the U.S. playing roller derby on a banked track. Like most modern female roller derby leagues, the Derby Dolls are volunteer-run and give back to the community that has embraced them. The league also operates the Junior Derby Dolls for girls ages 8-17.

Remaining 2012 L.A. Derby Dolls Season Schedule

SAT - May 19 - Tough Cookies vs. Sirens

SAT - Jun 16 - LA Ri-ettes vs. Rat City Rollergirls from Seattle, WA

SUN - Jun 17 - Baby Doll Brawl (All Ages)

SAT – Jul 7 – Twenty Wonder – DSALA Fundraising Event

SAT – Aug 18 – Fight Crew vs. Tough Cookies

SAT – Sep 8 – Sirens vs. Varsity Brawlers

SAT – Sep 29 – Tough Cookies vs. Diego Rollers (SDDD)

SUN – Sep 30 – Fight Crew vs. The Swarm (SDDD)

SAT – Oct 20 – Varsity Brawlers vs. Fight Crew

SAT – Nov 3 – 2012 Championship Game

SAT – Dec 1 – L.A. Ri-Ettes vs. Denver Roller Dolls 

04 May 2012 - The Enforcers present Engagement Zone!

The Enforcers present Engagement Zone!

Engagement Zone is a training camp designed for both flat and banked track officiating.  Hosted by the LA Derby Dolls, and endorsed by ARROW, this camp is designed for all levels of attendees.  We're creating the curriculum around your needs!  We plan to lock in the class schedule within the next month, and the attendees are being given the opportunity to request classes.  We've already added several based on feedback!

WHERE:

The Doll Factory, home of the LA Derby Dolls.

1910 W. Temple, Los Angeles, CA 90026

(Thank you to the LA Derby Dolls for graciously hosting our camp!)

WHEN:

• Memorial Day Weekend (Friday, May 25th - Monday, May 28th 2012)
• Friday: 8p early registration/meet n' greet
• Saturday: Registration, camp 12p - 8p
• Sunday: Camp 12p -8p
• Monday: 2p Beach Skate!

WHAT:

• Flat track officials training
• Banked track officials training
• On skates training
• Full scrimmage shadowing and training
• Roundtable discussions and seminars
• Full vendor village

WHO:

• El Toupée - NSO Rōnin (European Roller Derby), former Head NSO (Leeds Roller Dolls, UK, 2011 Season)
• Rev. Riot aka Matthew Mantsch - Level 5 WFTDA certified official, Co-THR for the Blood and Thunder World Cup
• Gia de los Muertos - HR for ProRollerDerby Invitiational Tournaments, HR/Co-HR BOTB 1-3
• Roger Assaultrey - Co-HR for ProRollerDerby Invitiational Tournaments, Co-HR BOTB3, Former HR of LADD, Coach of the LA Ri-ettes
• Thomas Refferson - HR of BOTB4, Former HR of LADD
• Charlie Frown - RDCL Rules Rep, Co-HR of BOTB4, HR BOTB5, Former HR of LADD
• Cameltron - RDCL Rules Rep, HR of OCRG, Level 2 WFTDA certified official

Our trainers have officiated more than 500 games collectively, have a wealth of championship and tournament experience, and are all bitraxual.

HOW (much and how to register):

$75 covers you for the whole weekend. Just send $75 via PayPal to EngagementZone at gmail dot com. When sending, click the tab labeled "Personal" and then click the radio button for "Other" to save us both on the PayPal fees.

Once you've submitted your payment and received your confirmation number from PayPal, then fill out the registration form here: http://tinyurl.com/engagementzone

Please email EngagementZone at gmail dot com with questions! We're looking forward to meeting you and sharing ideas to help grow this sport that we all love.

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The Enforcers can be found at http://derbydolls.com/rosters/enforcers/, and on Facebook:

https://www.facebook.com/pages/LADD-Enforcers/34842457214.  

ARROW can be found at www.rollerderbyofficials.com, keep up with us on Twitter @ARROWSocMed and Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/arrow.social.media

The LA Derby Dolls can be found at http://derbydolls.com/la, on Facebook athttps://www.facebook.com/derbydolls, on Twitter @LADerbyDolls

30 APRIL 2012 - AFTER THE WHISTLE WITH EVIL E: VARSITY BRAWLERS VS TOUGH COOKIES

17 Apr 2012 - THE LOS ANGELES DERBY DOLLS HOME TEAM SEASON CONTINUES ON SATURDAY, APRIL 28TH WHEN THE TOUGH COOKIES TAKE ON THE VARSITY BRAWLERS

Media Contact:

pr@derbydolls.com

THE LOS ANGELES DERBY DOLLS HOME TEAM SEASON CONTINUES ON SATURDAY, APRIL 28^TH

WHEN THE TOUGH COOKIES TAKE ON THE VARSITY BRAWLERS

Los Angeles – On April 28th The Los Angeles Derby Dolls will be hosting their second home season game of 2012. After losing the championship trophy to the Sirens in 2011, the Tough Cookies have been training hard to show everyone that they still have what it takes to win back the 2012 championship. Facing them on the track will be the Varsity Brawlers. The ladies in purple and yellow have been growing in strength over the last couple of seasons and are determined to show the world that 2012 belongs to the Brawlers. Both teams have a lot to prove in this upcoming battle on April 28th so come to the Doll Factory, the home of Los Angeles Derby Dolls, for a game sure to bring bruises, sweat, tears and cheers.

Join the fun at the Doll Factory, the home of the Derby Dolls located in Historic Filipinotown. The Derby Dolls are also happy to announce that all games for the 2012 season are open to all ages, but please note that all Saturday evening games are “PG-13” rated so parental guidance is suggested. Alcohol sales remain open for 21+ guests who will be issued an alcohol wristband at the door with a valid ID.Small personal cameras (pocket-size, point and shoot only) are now allowed into the Doll Factory, so come and take pictures of your favorite skaters or with them after the bout! Reminder: No photographers are allowed to shoot from the pink track-side walkways at any time. Any large DSLR type cameras that require a camera bag or have interchangeable lenses are strictly prohibited for personal fan use and will be turned away. All professional cameras and equipment will remain for press outlets only.

L.A. Derby Dolls events also offer a full range of entertainment off the track in the Vendor Village with live musical entertainment at halftime, vendors selling art, jewelry and clothes; food from Garage Pizza and a variety of other food trucks onsite; and various alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverage choices. The L.A. Derby Dolls are proud to be sponsored by Jack Daniel’s and Pabst Blue Ribbon. JD ready-to-drink bottles, along with PBR beer and various wines will be served up by Alex’s Bar. Stila cosmetics will be at all games treating our fans to complimentary beauty products, and the S-One Helmet Company will be protecting our skaters. We are also very excited to also be sponsored by the DSALA - TwentyWonder fundraising event (http://www.twentywonder.org/) which will be returning to the Doll Factory this summer.

Tickets are available for purchase at http://derbydolls.com/tickets. General admission tickets are $18 online and $20 at the door. VIP tickets are $40. Doors open at 6:00 p.m. and close at the end of halftime. The Doll Factory is located at 1910 Temple St., Los Angeles, CA 90026 (between Alvarado and Union). General parking is available for $10 at Silver Lake Medical Center, 1711 West Temple (near the intersection of Temple and Union), one block east of the Doll Factory. Motorcycle and Scooter parking is available for $5 at the Main Gate. Please ensure you bring your ID and note that all concessions and most vendors accept cash only.

About the L.A. Derby Dolls:

Founded in 2003, the L.A. Derby Dolls (www.derbydolls.com/la) are Southern California’s premiere women’s banked-track, quad-skating, roller derby league. Within the league, four fierce teams battle for dominance: Fight Crew, Sirens, Tough Cookies and Varsity Brawlers. The L.A. Ri-Ettes are L.A. Derby Doll’s all-star team that competes on a national level against the best of the best in the country. While their uniforms may be stylish and their names playful, do not be fooled by appearances – the L.A. Derby Dolls are athletes who skate a sport that is unscripted and real. Honored as a Treasure of Los Angeles by the Central City Association, the L.A. Derby Dolls embody the do-it-yourself, “for the skaters, by the skaters” ethos of modern women’s roller derby.

The L.A. Derby Dolls are one of only thirteen leagues in the U.S. playing roller derby on a banked track. Like most modern female roller derby leagues, the Derby Dolls are volunteer-run and give back to the community that has embraced them. The league also operates the Junior Derby Dolls for girls ages 8-17.

Remaining 2012 L.A. Derby Dolls Season Schedule

SAT - Apr 28 - Tough Cookies vs. Varsity Brawlers

SAT - May 19 - Tough Cookies vs. Sirens

SAT - Jun 16 - LA Ri-ettes vs. Rat City Rollergirls from Seattle, WA

SUN - Jun 17 - Baby Doll Brawl (All Ages)

SAT – Jul 7 – Twenty Wonder – DSALA Fundraising Event

SAT – Aug 18 – Fight Crew vs. Tough Cookies

SAT – Sep 8 – Sirens vs. Varsity Brawlers

SAT – Sep 29 – Tough Cookies vs. Diego Rollers (SDDD)

SUN – Sep 30 – Fight Crew vs. The Swarm (SDDD)

SAT – Oct 20 – Varsity Brawlers vs. Fight Crew

SAT – Nov 3 – 2012 Championship Game

SAT – Dec 1 – L.A. Ri-Ettes vs. Denver Roller Dolls

16 April 2012 - After the Whistle With Evil E: Fight Crew vs Sirens

14 APR 2012 - THE LOS ANGELES DERBY DOLLS HOME TEAM SEASON BEGINS ON SATURDAY, APRIL 14TH - THE SIRENS FACE OFF AGAINST FIGHT CREW IN AN EPIC SEASON OPENER BOUT

THE LOS ANGELES DERBY DOLLS HOME TEAM SEASON BEGINS ON SATURDAY, APRIL 14^TH

THE SIRENS FACE OFF AGAINST FIGHT CREW IN AN EPIC SEASON OPENER BOUT.

Los Angeles – After an exciting start to 2012 with all top talent bouts featuring all-stars, The L.A. Ri-Ettes battling New York’s Gotham Girls in addition to Team Bionic, the highly anticipated home season will begin on Saturday, April 14^th with the Sirens coming face to face with the Fight Crew. The Sirens had an incredible 2011, claiming the coveted L.A. Derby Dolls championship title. Will the Sirens’ winning streak continue throughout the new season or will this be the game to put the ladies in blue in lockdown? After landing 3^rd place in the 2011 home season, Fight Crew is back as the first team to skate against the reigning champs.  Fight Crew won the Derby Dolls Championship back in 2006 and will be battling to claim it once again this year. As with all Derby Doll bouts, this will be a fierce, nail biting, on the edge of your seat event not to be missed. 

Come down to the home of the Derby Dolls located in Historic Filipinotown and join in the fun! The Derby Dolls are also happy to announce that all games for the 2012 season are open to all ages, but please note that all Saturday evening games are “PG-13” rated so parental guidance is suggested. Alcohol sales remain open for 21+ guests who will be issued an alcohol wristband at the door with a valid ID.Small personal cameras (pocket-size, point and shoot only) are now allowed into the Doll Factory, so come and take pictures of your favorite skaters or with them after the bout! Reminder: No photographers are allowed to shoot from the pink track-side walkways at any time. Any large DSLR type cameras that require a camera bag or have interchangeable lenses are strictly prohibited for personal fan use and will be turned away. All professional cameras and equipment will remain for press outlets only.

L.A. Derby Dolls events also offer a full range of entertainment off the track in the Vendor Village with live musical entertainment at halftime, vendors selling art, jewelry and clothes; food from Garage Pizza and a variety of other food trucks onsite; and various alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverage choices. The L.A. Derby Dolls are proud to be sponsored by Jack Daniel’s and Pabst Blue Ribbon. JD ready-to-drink bottles, along with PBR beer and various wines will be served up by Alex’s Bar. Stila cosmetics will be at all games treating our fans to complimentary beauty products, and the S-One Helmet Company will be protecting our skaters. We are also very excited to also be sponsored by the DSALA - TwentyWonder fundraising event (http://www.twentywonder.org/) which will be returning to the Doll Factory this summer.

Tickets are available for purchase at http://derbydolls.com/tickets. General admission tickets are $18 online and $20 at the door. VIP tickets are $40. Doors open at 6:00 p.m. and close at the end of halftime. The Doll Factory is located at 1910 Temple St., Los Angeles, CA 90026 (between Alvarado and Union). General parking is available for $10 at Silver Lake Medical Center, 1711 West Temple (near the intersection of Temple and Union), one block east of the Doll Factory. Motorcycle and Scooter parking is available for $5 at the Main Gate. Please ensure you bring your ID and note that all concessions and most vendors accept cash only.

10 MAR 2012 - LOS ANGELES DERBY DOLLS PLAY THE SAN DIEGO DERBY DOLLS IN THE MARCH RADNESS EXHIBITION BOUT

LOS ANGELES DERBY DOLLS PLAY THE SAN DIEGO DERBY DOLLS IN THE MARCH RADNESS EXHIBITION BOUT SATURDAY MARCH 10^TH 2012. 

Los Angeles – From March 8^th to the 11^th  the Los Angeles Derby Dolls will be hosting their 3^rd Annual March Radness Training Camp. Some of the world’s best flat track and banked track roller derby skaters will be coming together at The Doll Factory for four intense days of dual track training. Then on Saturday, March 10^th a special exhibition bout will take place between the Los Angeles and San Diego Derby Dolls, with lucky camp attendees being selected to earn a skating spot on either team. Fans can expect to see some familiar team skaters from both the Los Angeles and San Diego leagues, along with new faces from around the world in a truly united exhibition of skills and skating passion. The bout will take place at The Doll Factory, which has been voted the best 2011 roller derby venue in a poll conducted by the authoritative site Derby Network News. So come on down to the home of the L.A. Derby Dolls, located in historic Filipinotown, and join in all the fun!

The L.A. Derby Dolls are very happy to announce that all our games are now open to ALL AGES. Underage fans are now able to attend all Saturday evening games with alcohol sales remaining for 21+ fans with proper ID.  Please note that all Saturday evening games are “PG-13” rated so parental guidance is suggested. Small personal cameras (pocket-size, point and shoot only) will also be allowed into the Doll Factory, so come and take pictures of your favorite skaters or with them after the bout! Reminder: No photographers are allowed to shoot from the pink track-side walkways at any time. Any large DSLR type cameras that require a camera bag or have interchangeable lenses are strictly prohibited for personal fan use and will be turned away. All professional cameras and equipment will remain for press outlets only.

L.A. Derby Dolls events also offer a full range of entertainment off the track in the Vendor Village with live musical entertainment at halftime, vendors selling art, jewelry and clothes, food from Garage Pizza and a variety of other food trucks onsite, and various alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverage choices. The L.A. Derby Dolls are proud to be sponsored by Jack Daniel’s and Pabst Blue Ribbon. JD ready-to-drink bottles, along with PBR beer and various wines will be served up by Alex’s Bar. Stila cosmetics will be at all games treating our fans to complimentary beauty products, and the S-One Helmet Company will be protecting our skaters. We are also very excited to also be sponsored by the DSALA - TwentyWonder fundraising event (http://www.twentywonder.org/) which will be returning to the Doll Factory this summer.

Tickets are available for purchase at http://derbydolls.com/tickets. General admission tickets are $18 online and $20 at the door. VIP tickets are $40. Doors open at 6:00 p.m. and close at the end of half-time. The Doll Factory is located at 1910 Temple St., Los Angeles, CA 90026 (between Alvarado and Union). General parking is available for $10 at Silver Lake Medical Center, 1711 West Temple (near the intersection of Temple and Union), one block east of the Doll Factory. Motorcycle and Scooter parking is available for $5 at the Main Gate. Please ensure you bring your ID and note that all concessions and most vendors accept cash only.

About the L.A. Derby Dolls:

Founded in 2003, the L.A. Derby Dolls (www.derbydolls.com/la) are Southern California’s premiere women’s banked-track, quad-skating, roller derby league. Within the league, four fierce teams battle for dominance: Fight Crew, Sirens, Tough Cookies and Varsity Brawlers. The L.A. Ri-Ettes are L.A. Derby Doll’s all-star team that competes on a national level against the best of the best in the country. While their uniforms may be stylish and their names playful, do not be fooled by appearances – the L.A. Derby Dolls are serious athletes who skate a sport that is unscripted and all real. Honored as a Treasure of Los Angeles by the Central City Association, the L.A. Derby Dolls embody the do-it-yourself, “for the skaters - by the skaters” ethos of modern women’s roller derby.

The L.A. Derby Dolls are one of only thirteen leagues in the U.S. playing roller derby on a banked track yet more banked track leagues join the intense sport every year. Like most modern female roller derby leagues, the Derby Dolls are volunteer-run and give back to the community that has embraced them. The league also operates the Junior Derby Dolls for girls ages 7-17.

05 Mar 2012 - After the Whistle with Evil E: Ri-Ettes vs Gotham Girls

03 MAR 2012 - L.A. RI-ETTES FACE OFF AGAINST GOTHAM GIRLS ROLLER DERBY FROM NEW YORK

ALL-STAR TEAMS BATTLE – LOS ANGELES VS NEW YORK CITY

L.A. RI-ETTES FACE OFF AGAINST GOTHAM GIRLS ROLLER DERBY FROM NEW YORK SATURDAY, MARCH 3rd, 2012

Los Angeles – Los Angeles Derby Dolls all-star Ri-Ettes, and their East Coast rivals Gotham Girls Roller Derby from New York City will compete together for the first time in over a year on March 3^rd  in what promises to be a brutal encounter on the banked track.  L.A. Ri-Ettes unite the fastest and hardest players from LADD’s home teams - Tough Cookies, Sirens, Varsity Brawlers and Fight Crew – while Gotham Girls Roller Derby are one of the best flat track leagues in the country. Founded in 2003, the NY league will bring their best players and a thirst for vengeance back to the banked track. The last time both teams came face to face was February 2011 when The Ri-Ettes won 132 to 106.  Already this year, the Ri-Ettes have defeated San Diego’s Wildfires but then lost a hard-fought game to Colorado Springs’ Team Bionic. Highly esteemed flat-track derby skaters, OMG WTF and Bonnie Thunders played with Team Bionic and will be back to L.A. as part of Gotham Girls Roller Derby.

The Doll Factory, home of the L.A. Derby Dolls, is located in historic Filipinotown just outside of Downtown LA.  The Doll Factory was voted Best Roller Derby Venue for 2011 in a poll conducted by the authoritative site, Derby Network News. The derby site said, “The unique Factory marries the early chaotic punk vibe of modern derby to professional-level production values perhaps more effectively than any venue in the sport.”  The L.A. Derby Dolls are very happy to announce that our venue now is open to ALL AGES!  Underage fans will finally be able to attend all Saturday evening league games, but alcohol sales remain for fans ages 21+ only with proper ID.  All Saturday evening league games are rated “PG-13”, so parental guidance is suggested.  Small personal cameras (pocket-size, point and shoot only) will also be allowed into the Doll Factory, so come and take pictures of your favorite skaters or with them after the bout! Reminder: No personal photographers are allowed to shoot from the pink track-side walkways at any time.  All professional cameras will remain for press outlets only.  Any large cameras that require a camera bag or have interchangeable lenses are strictly prohibited for personal use and will be turned away.

L.A. Derby Dolls events offer a full range of entertainment off the track, with the Vendor Village featuring art, jewelry and clothes, food from Garage Pizza and a variety of food trucks, and various beverage choices – both alcoholic and non. The L.A. Derby Dolls are proud to be sponsored by Jack Daniel’s.  Jack Daniel’s ready-to-drink bottles, PBR beer and various wines will be served by Alex’s Bar.  L.A. Derby Dolls are also proud that Stila cosmetics have returned as a 2012 season partner and will be at all games treating our fans to complimentary beauty products, as well as our protection partner, S-One Helmet Company. There will be live musical entertainment at halftime on Saturday the 11^th and raffle tickets will be sold during the game for a wide selection of prizes.

Tickets are now available to purchase at www.derbydolls.com/la.  General admission tickets are $18 when purchased online and $20 when purchased on site; VIP tickets are $40.00. Doors open at 6:00 p.m. and cash sales close at the end of halftime.  For those who purchased online tickets, the doors will close at the end of halftime.  The Doll Factory is located at 1910 Temple St., Los Angeles, CA 90026 (between Alvarado and Union). General parking is available for $10 at Silver Lake Medical Center, 1711 West Temple (near the intersection of Temple and Union), one block east of the Doll Factory. Please have your ID and note that all concessions and most vendors accept cash only.

About the L.A. Derby Dolls:

Founded in 2003, the L.A. Derby Dolls (www.derbydolls.com/la) are Southern California’s premiere women’s banked-track, quad-skating roller derby league. Within the league, four fierce teams battle for dominance: Fight Crew, Sirens, Tough Cookies and Varsity Brawlers. The L.A. Ri-Ettes are L.A. Derby Dolls’ all-star team that competes on a national level against the best of the best in the country.  While their uniforms may be stylish and their names playful, do not be fooled by appearances – the L.A. Derby Dolls are athletes who skate a sport that is unscripted and real. Honored as a Treasure of Los Angeles by the Central City Association, the L.A. Derby Dolls embody the do-it-yourself, “for the skaters, by the skaters” ethos of modern women’s roller derby.

The L.A. Derby Dolls are one of only thirteen leagues in the U.S. playing roller derby on a banked track, yet more banked track leagues join the intense sport every year. Like most modern female roller derby leagues, the Derby Dolls are volunteer-run and give back to the community that has embraced them. The league also operates the Junior Derby Dolls for girls ages 7-17.

After the Whistle with Evil E: Ri-Ettes vs Team Bionic

11 FEB 2012 - ALL-STAR TEAMS BATTLE: L.A. RI-ETTES FACE OFF AGAINST MISSILE MOUNTAIN ROLLER DERBY FROM COLORADO SPRINGS, CO FEBRUARY 11TH.

ALL-STAR TEAMS BATTLE: L.A. RI-ETTES FACE OFF AGAINST MISSILE MOUNTAIN ROLLER DERBY FROM COLORADO SPRINGS, CO FEBRUARY 11^TH.

Los Angeles – After defeating San Diego’s Wildfires in January, the L.A. Ri-Ettes are looking unstoppable and determined to show spectators and roller derby fans that LA will remain top dog on the banked track in the 2012 season.  On February 11^th some of the strongest Inter-League skaters, forming Team Bionic from Missile Mountain Roller Derby from Colorado Springs, will head to the Doll Factory to give our All Stars a run for their money.  Team Bionic, includes some of flat track’s finest skaters in addition to many familiar faces from Team Legit who defeated the L.A. Ri-Ettes 125 to 96 back in January 2011.   This banked track game holds a lot of pressure for each team to bring their hardest hits and fastest footwork for one exciting match.   Come down to the home of the L.A. Derby Dolls located in historic Filipinotown and join in the fun! The L.A. Derby Dolls are very happy to announce that all games starting with February 11, 2012 and moving forward will be ALL AGES events!  Underage fans will finally be able to attend all Saturday evening league games, but alcohol sales remain for fans ages 21+ only with proper ID.  All Saturday evening league games are a PG-13 event rating.  Small personal cameras will also be allowed into the Doll Factory, so come and take pictures of your favorite skaters or with them! No personal photographers are allowed to shoot from track-side in the pink walkways at any time.  All professional cameras will remain for press outlets only.

L.A. Derby Dolls events offer a full range of entertainment off the track, with the Vendor Village featuring art, jewelry and clothes, food from Garage Pizza and a variety of food trucks, and various beverage choices – both alcoholic and non.. The L.A. Derby Dolls proud to be sponsored by Jack Daniel’s with their  ready-to-drink bottles.  Jack Daniel’s ready-to-drink bottles, Tecate beer and various wines will be served by Alex’s Bar.  L.A. Derby Dolls also are proud that Stila cosmetics return as a 2012 season partner and will be at all games treating our fans to beauty pampering, as well as our protection partner,  S-One Helmet Company. There will be live musical entertainment at half time on Saturday the 11^th and raffle tickets will be sold during the game for a wide selection of prizes.

Tickets are now available to purchase at www.derbydolls.com/la.  General admission tickets are $18 when purchased on line and $20 when bought day in cash day of game; VIP tickets are $40.00. Doors open at 6:00 p.m. and cash sales close at the end of half time.  For those who purchased online tickets, the doors will close at the end of the 3^rd quarter.  The Doll Factory is located at 1910 Temple St., Los Angeles, CA 90026 (between Alvarado and Union). General parking is available for $10 at Silver Lake Medical Center, 1711 West Temple (near the intersection of Temple and Union), one block east of the Doll Factory. Please have your ID and note that all concessions and most vendors accept cash only.

About the L.A. Derby Dolls:

Founded in 2003, the L.A. Derby Dolls (www.derbydolls.com/la) are Southern California’s premiere women’s banked-track, quad-skating, roller derby league. Within the league, four fierce teams battle for dominance: Fight Crew, Sirens, Tough Cookies and Varsity Brawlers. The L.A. Ri-Ettes are L.A. Derby Doll’s all-star team that competes on a national level against the best of the best in the country.  While their uniforms may be stylish and their names playful, do not be fooled by appearances – the L.A. Derby Dolls are athletes who skate a sport that is unscripted and real. Honored as a Treasure of Los Angeles by the Central City Association, the L.A. Derby Dolls embody the do-it-yourself, “for the skaters, by the skaters” ethos of modern women’s roller derby.

The L.A. Derby Dolls are one of only thirteen leagues in the U.S. playing roller derby on a banked track yet more banked track leagues join the intense sport every year..  Like most modern female roller derby leagues, the Derby Dolls are volunteer-run and give back to the community that has embraced them. The league also operates the Junior Derby Dolls for girls ages 7-17.

23 JAN 2012 - AFTER THE WHISTLE WITH EVIL E: LA RI-ETTES VS SD WILDFIRES

21/22 JAN 2012 - ALL-STAR TEAMS BATTLE: L.A. DERBY DOLLS FACE OFF AGAINST SAN DIEGO SATURDAY & LOS ANGELES DERBY DOLLS FRESH MEAT SHOWCASE THEIR SKILLS

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ALL-STAR TEAMS BATTLE: L.A. DERBY DOLLS FACE OFF AGAINST SAN DIEGO SATURDAY, JANUARY 21^st

LOS ANGELES DERBY DOLLS FRESH MEAT SHOWCASE THEIR SKILLS

SUNDAY, JANUARY 22^nd

Los Angeles – 2012’s season will open with an explosive game on January 21^st, when the Los Angeles Derby Dolls’ all-star team the L.A. Ri-Ettes come face to face with San Diego Derby Dolls’ Wildfires.  The Wildfires are the only team in the country to be ranked on both flat and banked track and will be bringing their biggest and best players in hopes of taking down LA’s army of top class skaters.  Taking the fastest and hardest players from home teams - Tough Cookies, Sirens, Varsity Brawlers and Fight Crew - the L.A. Ri-Ettes will stand united and steady against their opponents making sure that everyone knows that the best of the best belong to the L.A. Derby Dolls. In November 2011, the L.A. Ri-Ettes won the $10,000 top prize at the first professional banked track tournament of modern roller derby, the Chicago Invitational, after beating Rocky Mountain Rollergirls.

While Saturday’s bout will be for ages 21 and older, Sunday will be an All Ages Baby Doll Brawl.  The L.A. Derby Dolls fresh meat and current sub-pool skaters will go head-to-head in a rematch of November 2011’s game of the two teams, Bikini Kill and The Misfits. For those fans 21 and older, Sunday’s event will also have a special beer garden.  As like past Baby Doll Brawls, the event half time entertainment will be provided on the track by The L.A. Junior Derby Dolls. Come join us at The Doll Factory, located in historic Filipinotown, for a full weekend of all action derby fun!

L.A. Derby Dolls events offer a full range of entertainment off the track, with the Vendor Village featuring art, jewelry and clothes, food from Garage Pizza and a variety of food trucks, and natural energy beverages provided by Ex-Drinks. Tecate beer will be served by Alex’s Bar and The Derby Dolls proudly introduce ready-to-drink Jack Daniel’s bottles as a new sponsor for the 2011 season. Stila cosmetics will be at the games treating our fans to some pampering, as well as additional 2011 season sponsorship from S-One Helmet Company and N101 Nutrition & Health. There will be live musical entertainment at half time on Saturday 12^th and raffle tickets will be sold during the game for a wide selection of prizes.

Tickets are now available to purchase at www.derbydolls.com/la. General admission tickets are $18 when purchased on line and $20 when bought day in cash day of game; VIP tickets are $40.00. Doors open at 6:00 p.m. and cash sales close at the end of half time. For those who purchased online tickets, the doors will close at the end of the 3^rd quarter. This is a 21 and over event, featuring beer and wine. Tickets for Sunday’s game are $10 adult general admission, $5 for children’s VIP and $20 for adult VIP. Children under 10 years old general admission are free. Sunday’s doors open at 3:00 p.m. and cash sales close at the end of half time. The Doll Factory is located at 1910 Temple St., Los Angeles, CA 90026 (between Alvarado and Union). Car and Truck parking is available for $10 at Silver Lake Medical Center, 1711 West Temple (near the intersection of Temple and Union), one block east of the Doll Factory. Motorcycle and Scooter parking is available for $5 at the Main Gate. Please have your ID with you and note that all concessions and most vendors accept cash only. An ATM machine will be on the premises for you to use. Starting with the 2012 season, small “non-professional” cameras are now allowed onto the premises.

NBCLosAngeles.com - Broomball Brawl

The Derby Dolls really can do no wrong. Give 'em a banked track and they'll spin around it at top speed, blazing past foes with cheek and style. Give 'em a broom and some ice and they'll slide toward the goal without a care to be seen.

And give 'em an important cause to raise money for and they are out in force and ready to rumble.

They broomballed against the Los Angeles Fire Department for a couple of years at Downtown on Ice, and now the Dolls are set to take on the LA Flag Footballers, "LA's gay-oriented flag football team." (Let's also pause to give props to LA Flag Football, which notably raises funds for various causes, too.)

So when LA Flag Football and the Derby Dolls unite to do good, as they're doing on Tuesday, Jan. 10? It's like a meeting of the community-minded, athletic-cool titans. It'll be quite the fierce, fun-filled broomball game, and it'll be free to spectators, too. If you're near downtown on Jan. 10, get to Pershing Square; the match is at 7 p.m.

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10 DECEMBER 2011 - SEASON CHAMPIONSHIP TITLE GAME RESCHEDULED TO THIS SATURDAY DECEMBER 10TH DUE TO LAST WEEKEND’S POWER OUTAGE

2011 SEASON CHAMPIONSHIP TITLE GAME RESCHEDULED TO THIS SATURDAY DECEMBER 10^THDUE TO LAST WEEKEND’S POWER OUTAGE

L.A. DERBY DOLLS SIRENS WILL FACE SAN DIEGO DERBY DOLLS SWARM FOR THE TITLE OF 2011 CHAMPIONS.

Los Angeles – Some derby games can be too exciting, risking one of the Derby Doll fans blowing a fuse in a frenzied moment. Unfortunately for the L.A. Derby Dolls, on December 3^rd something was blown….the neighborhood power in Filipinotown, leaving the Doll Factory with no electricity for most of the afternoon and into the evening. Sadly, the 2011 L.A. Derby Dolls Championship game had to be rescheduled. The power at the Doll Factory is back up and running and the Sirens and The Swarm will battle it out for the 2011 trophy on Saturday, December 10^th.  All tickets purchased by fans for the December 3^rd game will be honored on the rescheduled date. For those fans that bought a ticket but cannot make the new date, a credit for the game of their choice in the 2012 season or a refund will be given. There are a handful of tickets available for purchase for the rescheduled date, but will most likely be sold out by game time.

The L.A. Derby Doll fans are ready to see the Sirens and Swarm take to the track and compete for the 2011 Championship Trophy. The Swarm, being no stranger to the championship title game, placed second in 2009 and 2010 having dominated the majority of the season. Once again, finding themselves in the top two, San Diego Derby Dolls’ Swarm will be hoping third time really will bring them the charm needed to skate away victorious. L.A. Derby Dolls Sirens will be making sure this doesn’t happen, hitting the track in full S.W.A.T mode and ready to exterminate any bees blocking the way to the title of season champion.  The Sirens have had an exceptional year and will take no prisoners in their fight to do one thing and one thing only – win this game! Come down to The Doll Factory, located in historic Filipinotown, for championship game that should not to be missed.

L.A. Derby Dolls events offer a full range of entertainment off the track, with the Vendor Village featuring art, jewelry and clothes, food from Garage Pizza and a variety of food trucks, and natural energy beverages provided by Ex-Drinks.  Tecate beer will be served by Alex’s Bar and The Derby Dolls proudly introduce ready-to-drink Jack Daniel’s bottles as a new sponsor for the 2011 season. Stila cosmetics will be at the games treating our fans to some pampering, as well as additional 2011 season sponsorship from S-One Helmet Company and N101 Nutrition & Health. There will be live musical entertainment at half time and raffle tickets will be sold during the game for a wide selection of prizes.

Tickets are now available to purchase at www.derbydolls.com/la. General admission tickets are $20 and VIP tickets are $45.00. Doors open at 7:00 p.m. and cash sales closes at the end of half time. For those who purchased online tickets, the doors will close at the end of the 3^rd quarter. This is a 21 and over event, featuring beer and wine. The Doll Factory is located at 1910 Temple St., Los Angeles, CA 90026 (between Alvarado and Union). General parking is available for $10 at Silver Lake Medical Center, 1711 West Temple (near the intersection of Temple and Union), one block east of the Doll Factory. Please have your ID, leave your cameras/recording devices at home, and note that all concessions and most vendors accept cash only.

03 DECEMBER 2011 - L.A. DERBY DOLLS SIRENS WILL FACE SAN DIEGO DERBY DOLLS SWARM FOR THE TITLE OF 2011 CHAMPIONS.

2011 SEASON CHAMPIONSHIP TITLE GAME TO TAKE PLACE ON SATURDAY DECEMBER 3RD

L.A. DERBY DOLLS SIRENS WILL FACE SAN DIEGO DERBY DOLLS SWARM FOR THE TITLE OF 2011 CHAMPIONS.

Los Angeles – On Saturday December 3^rd we will see the Swarm take on the Sirens in what will be the most exciting bout of the year.  The Swarm being no stranger to the championship title game placed second in 2009 and 2010 having dominated the majority of the season. Once again, finding themselves in the top two, San Diego’s Swarm will be hoping third time really will bring them the charm needed to skate away victorious.

L.A. Derby Dolls Sirens will be making sure this doesn’t happen, hitting the track in full S.W.A.T mode and ready to exterminate any bees blocking the way to the title of season champion.  The Sirens have had an exceptional year and will take no prisoners in their fight to do one thing and one thing only – win this game!  Come join us at The Doll Factory, located in historic Filipinotown, for a battle not to be missed.

L.A. Derby Dolls events offer a full range of entertainment off the track, with the Vendor Village featuring art, jewelry and clothes, food from Garage Pizza and a variety of food trucks, and natural energy beverages provided by Ex-Drinks.  Tecate beer will be served by Alex’s Bar and The Derby Dolls proudly introduce ready-to-drink Jack Daniel’s bottles as a new sponsor for the 2011 season. Stila cosmetics will be at the games treating our fans to some pampering, as well as additional 2011 season sponsorship from S-One Helmet Company and N101 Nutrition & Health. There will be live musical entertainment at half time and raffle tickets will be sold during the game for a wide selection of prizes.

Tickets are now available to purchase at www.derbydolls.com/la.  General admission tickets are $18 when purchased on line and $20 when bought in cash day of game; VIP tickets are $40.00. Doors open at 6:00 p.m. and cash sales close at the end of half time.  For those who purchased online tickets, the doors will close at the end of the 3^rd quarter.  This is a 21 and over event, featuring beer and wine. The Doll Factory is located at 1910 Temple St., Los Angeles, CA 90026 (between Alvarado and Union). General parking is available for $10 at Silver Lake Medical Center, 1711 West Temple (near the intersection of Temple and Union), one block east of the Doll Factory. Please have your ID, leave your cameras/recording devices at home, and note that all concessions and most vendors accept cash only.

12 & 13 NOVEMBER 2011 - SIRENS FACE OFF AGAINST THE VARSITY BRAWLERS ON SATURDAY - LADD FRESH MEAT SHOWCASE THEIR SKILLS ON SUNDAY

LOS ANGELES SIRENS FACE OFF AGAINST THE VARSITY BRAWLERS

SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 12TH

 LOS ANGELES DERBY DOLLS FRESH MEAT SHOWCASE THEIR SKILLS SUNDAY NOVEMBER 13^TH

Los Angeles – Saturday, November 12^th will see L.A. Derby Dolls Sirens play the Varsity Brawlers in what will be the Brawlers last game of the season.  2011 has seen the undefeated Sirens storm the track, slaying every team that has dared to cross their path.  Already securing their place in the 2011 Championships, this game will be the Sirens’ chance to show the Varsity Brawlers that there is no home team that can not be stopped by the ladies in blue.  With a solid start to the 2011 season, Varsity Brawlers have put up a valiant fight all year and will be looking to go out with a bang, taking down the undefeated Sirens and showing the fans and skaters alike that although they will not compete for the title prize, they can beat the Sirens and end their year as they want to continue into 2012 – with a win.  This game will be action packed, exciting and should not be missed.  While Saturday’s bout will be 21+ and serving alcohol, Sunday will see up and coming derby skaters, training as the L.A. Derby Dolls Fresh Meat, go head to head under teams named Bikini Kill and The Misfits.  This Sunday event will be all ages and half time entertainment will be provided on the track by The Los Angeles Junior Derby Dolls.   Come join us at The Doll Factory, located in historic Filipinotown, for a full weekend of all action derby fun!

L.A. Derby Dolls events offer a full range of entertainment off the track, with the Vendor Village featuring art, jewelry and clothes, food from Garage Pizza and a variety of food trucks, and natural energy beverages provided by Ex-Drinks.  Tecate beer will be served by Alex’s Bar and The Derby Dolls proudly introduce ready-to-drink Jack Daniel’s bottles as a new sponsor for the 2011 season. Stila cosmetics will be at the games treating our fans to some pampering, as well as additional 2011 season sponsorship from S-One Helmet Company and N101 Nutrition & Health. There will be live musical entertainment at half time on Saturday 12^th and raffle tickets will be sold during the game for a wide selection of prizes.

Tickets are now available to purchase at www.derbydolls.com/la.  General admission tickets are $18 when purchased on line and $20 when bought day in cash day of game; VIP tickets are $40.00. Doors open at 6:00 p.m. and cash sales close at the end of half time.  For those who purchased online tickets, the doors will close at the end of the 3^rd quarter.  This is a 21 and over event, featuring beer and wine. Tickets for Sunday’s game are $10 adult general admission, $5 for children’s VIP and $20 for adult VIP.  Children under 10 years old general admission are free.  The Doll Factory is located at 1910 Temple St., Los Angeles, CA 90026 (between Alvarado and Union). General parking is available for $10 at Silver Lake Medical Center, 1711 West Temple (near the intersection of Temple and Union), one block east of the Doll Factory. Please have your ID, leave your cameras/recording devices at home, and note that all concessions and most vendors accept cash only.

Free gift to first 100 guests on October 22nd, 2011: Tough Cookies vs. Sirens

Stila Cosmetics Grapefruit Lip Glaze free to the first 100 guests to check in on Saturday 10/22/11. (A $22 value!)

Doors open at 6:00 PM

Ticket for sale here: http://derbydolls.com/tickets/

22 OCTOBER 2011 - LOS ANGELES HOME TEAMS SIRENS AND TOUGH COOKIES TAKE TO THE BANK ON OCTOBER 22ND

LOS ANGELES DERBY DOLLS HOME TEAM FAVORITES FACE-OFF ON THE BANKED TRACK.

Los Angeles – Saturday, October 22^nd will see Los Angeles Derby Dolls most notorious rivals skate face to face on the banked track for some intense, nail biting roller derby.  There has always been a lot of track tension between three time champions Tough Cookies, who have repeatedly snatched the title from the hard hitting Sirens.  However, 2011 has seen a turning of the tables.  Will Sirens add another win to their undefeated season record, ensuring their place in this year’s championship game and showing the Tough Cookies they are going all the way?  Or will Tough Cookies fight back to keep those cops in cookie custody? Come join us at The Doll Factory, located in historic Filipinotown, for a game that should not be missed!

L.A. Derby Dolls events offer a full range of entertainment off the track, with the Vendor Village featuring art, jewelry and clothes, food from Garage Pizza and a variety of food trucks, and natural energy beverages provided by Ex-Drinks.  Tecate beer will be served by Alex’s Bar and The Derby Dolls proudly introduce ready-to-drink Jack Daniel’s bottles as a new sponsor for the 2011 season. Stila cosmetics will be at the games treating our fans to some pampering, as well as additional 2011 season sponsorship from S-One Helmet Company and N101 Nutrition & Health. There will be live musical entertainment at half time and raffle tickets will be sold during the game for a wide selection of prizes.

Tickets are now available to purchase at www.derbydolls.com/la.  General admission tickets are $18 when purchased on line and $20 when bought day in cash day of game; VIP tickets are $40.00. Doors open at 6:00 p.m. and cash sales close at the end of half time.  For those who purchased online tickets, the doors will close at the end of the 3^rd quarter.  This is a 21 and over event, featuring beer and wine. The Doll Factory is located at 1910 Temple St., Los Angeles, CA 90026 (between Alvarado and Union). General parking is available for $8 at Silver Lake Medical Center, 1711 West Temple (near the intersection of Temple and Union), one block east of the Doll Factory. Please have your ID, leave your cameras/recording devices at home, and note that all concessions and most vendors accept cash only.

01 OCTOBER 2011 - LOS ANGELES HOME TEAMS FIGHT CREW AND VARSITY BRAWLERS SKATE HEAD TO HEAD ON OCTOBER 1ST

LOS ANGELES DERBY DOLLS HOME TEAM FAVORITES WILL DUKE IT OUT ON THE BANKED TRACK.

Los Angeles – Saturday, October 1st, L.A. Derby Dolls’ Fight Crew will take to the track, firing death from above on the Varsity Brawlers.  Since their battle against The Swarm, the Varsity Brawlers have been training in overdrive. Now with captain Long Island Lolita and co captain Lace N’ Arsenic back from injury and ready to lead the way, these fearless skaters are anxious to show everyone that the 2011 Championship title is still theirs for the taking.  With their last game being a sensational win over the Tough Cookies, confident and strong Fight Crew are equally determined to fly high above the competition and stake their claim on the title.  With both teams more than hungry for the win, this will be a tense, exciting game filled with hard-hitting athletic action that should not be missed.

L.A. Derby Dolls events offer a full range of entertainment off the track, with the Vendor Village featuring art, jewelry and clothes, food from Garage Pizza and a variety of food trucks, and natural energy beverages provided by Ex-Drinks.  Tecate beer will be served by Alex’s Bar and The Derby Dolls proudly introduce ready-to-drink Jack Daniel’s bottles as a new sponsor for the 2011 season. Stila cosmetics will be at the games treating our fans to some pampering, as well as additional 2011 season sponsorship from S-One Helmet Company and N101 Nutrition & Health. There will be live musical entertainment at half time and raffle tickets will be sold during the game for a wide selection of prizes.

Tickets are now available to purchase at www.derbydolls.com/la.  General admission tickets are $20; VIP tickets are $40.00. Doors open at 6:00 p.m. and close at the end of half time.  This is a 21 and over event, featuring beer and wine. The Doll Factory is located at 1910 Temple St., Los Angeles, CA 90026 (between Alvarado and Union). General parking is available for $8 at Silver Lake Medical Center, 1711 West Temple (near the intersection of Temple and Union), one block east of the Doll Factory. Please have your ID, leave your cameras/recording devices at home, and note that all concessions and most vendors accept cash only.