To see roller derby, basketball, baseball, football, competition, and sports word lists, please go to the home page for word games, interactive worksheets, word puzzles and themed content. The rules of flat track roller derby get a complete and overdue teardown. Check out our bout schedule so you can attend the next one. One of americas greatest sports is backroller derby. Thankfully, there is now a solution to this problem.
All wftdasanctioned play will be required to use the new rules by february 1, 2019. Wftda skater rules test january 1, 2019 edition the test is comprised of 50 multiplechoice and truefalse questions. Wftda releases february 15, 2017 rules of flat track. Lucky for all of us, in the early 2000s, the texas rollergirls began the modern revival of flat track roller derby. Casebook the rules of flat track roller derby 20200101. The 2015 updates to the wftda roller derby rule book have been live for some time now, and in that time teams and officials have been adjusting to the changes that brings. Defending against the power jam from the examiner this is part of a series of articles im choosing to call roller derby strategy, mostly because it deals exclusively with strategy within the sport of roller derby. Rules of flat track roller derby and how its played. Flat track roller derby bouts are played on a circuit track.
The 2019 release of the rules of flat track roller derby. Though these two organizations have a relatively small footprint in the derby community, they persist and remain in demand at some level. The summary below is based on the rules of the womens flat track derby association wftda. The track must conform to the standardized dimensions of the wftda track specifications.
Play here for the best winning odds on all sports pools, mlb, nba, nfl, ncaa, pga golf and more. Roller derby is a contact sport played by two teams of fifteen members roller skating. Dedicated to the sport of roller derby, with breaking news, thoughtful. The detroit derby girls introduce you to flat track roller derby with our new rules video.
Wftda releases 2019 update to the rules of flat track. Official languages wftda publishes the rules of flat track roller derby in english and german. That means that we play by the rules of wftda womens flat track derby association. Roller derby coalition of leagues banked track roller derby. The wftda promotes and fosters the sport of womens flat track roller derby by facilitating the development of athletic ability, sportswomanship, and goodwill among member leagues. Wftda officiating procedures for the rules of flat track. March 1, 2014 edition of the rules of flat track roller. Roller derby events, rankings, rules, news, and more. Read about the 2019 rules and officiating updates here. Ellen also writes for the uk roller derby magazine inside line. My boutbook could become the place where you begin to prepare to bout and set your goals to rule the track. This is the ninth edition of the rules that the wftda has developed and published under the leadership of the wftda rules committeeread more.
Play is broken up into two 30minute periods, and within those periods, into units of play called jams, which last up to two minutes. Jrda follows the rules of flat track roller derby officially licensed by wftda with some changes to allow for skater safety, ability, and endurance, as. This threepage pdf is packed to the brim with everything you need to get up to speed with rdcl banked track and usars flat track roller derby. Im super new to derby, and already borderline obsessed. Banked track roller derby deadly rival roller derby. Dec 02, 2016 the womens flat track derby association wftda has released a new version of the rules of flat track roller derby, which is an update to the previous edition published january 1, 2015. We are proud to present the flat track banked track rules and strategy guide. The womens flat track derby association is the international governing body for the sport of womens flat track roller derby and a membership organization for leagues to collaborate and network. South side roller derby loves all forms of roller derby. Womens flat track roller derby is an established and growing sport in the united.
This booklet and its contents may not be reproduced or translated in whole or in part in any manner without the permission of the wftda. It is registered in raleigh, north carolina as a 501c6 business league. The rules of flat track roller derby, january 1, 2020 page 2. Published by the womens flat track derby association wftda, p. Roller derby bout book the first and only roller derby bout. By far, the most feedback weve received has been focused on our newly released ranking systems most specifically europe. Wftda releases updated skater rules test in online and pdf. Click the image to view and download the full pdf guide.
Wftda releases 2020 update to the rules of flat track roller. Wftda written rules test womens flat track derby association rules test based on rules update from may 26, 2010. The wftda rules committee is seeking leagues to informally beta test a new rule under consideration for the 2020 rules of flat track roller derby. Introduction to roller derby by wftda the latest full ruleset is. You can hit with any part of your body below your neck, above the elbows, and above the midthigh. Gameplay the rules of flat track roller derby 20200101. The first thing i ever learned in roller derby is to fall, and in the author world i believe that same rule applies. In january 2009, montreal roller derby became the first canadian league admitted as. Roller derby bout book the first and only roller derby bout log book. Its time for our annual retuning of the algorithms and a quick look back at how weve done for the past year. The womens flat track derby association has released an updated version of the wftda skater rules test to match the february 15, 2017 release of the rules of flat track roller derby. Roller derby certification program for officials officiating education clinics and online learning published by the womens flat track derby association wftda, p.
View the video below to get a basic idea of the game and see the official wftda rules listed after the video. Please bring signs and cheer as loud as you can for your favorite derby girl as she comes around the track. Most current roller derby leagues use rules developed by the womens flat track derby association wftda. Port scandalous is a flat track roller derby league.
The rules of flat track roller derby womens flat track. She plays for london rollergirls recreational league. Skaters who are out of play cannot actively block however they can engage in passivepositional blocking. South side roller derby womens banked track roller derby. This quiz is on the wftda and is designed to test your knowledge on the roller derby. Firs unveils 1st edition of international roller derby rules. What are the differences other than the track between flat track and banked track derby. The jamstarting whistle blows while they are still airborne. Section references indicate sections in the most current version of the rules of flat track roller derby. Ninh explains the rules of roller derby flat track. Happy valley derby darlins hvdd is a flat track roller derby league proudly at home in utah county.
Banked track roller derby rules south side roller derby. Roller derby books all books about roller derby, fiction or nonfiction. The wftda has developed and published the rules of flat track roller derby under the leadership of the wftda rules committee comprised of wftda, mens roller derby association mrda and junior roller derby association jrda members, and with participation and approval by wftda and mrda member leagues. Red blocker lands in bounds and upright after the jam begins. Before reading the rules in depth watch this short video.
Do you wish to be on a roller derby team and want to get yourself acquainted with the rules you must follow. Flat track roller derby is played by two teams of five members simultaneously skating counterclockwise on a flat track. The womens flat track derby association wftda is the international governing body for the sport of womens flat track roller derby, and association of leagues around the world. The womens flat track derby association wftda is the international governing body for the. Nov 25, 2017 ninh explains the rules of roller derby flat track. Roller derby is a contact sport played by two teams of fifteen members roller skating counterclockwise around a track. Asiapacific frare brisbane, queensland, australia invader sin wellington, newread more. Roller derby eventually sizzled out and ended in the 1970s.
As the roller derby world turns the page to a brand new year, the pages that define the flat track game will look the same as they did in the old year. Feminism, diversity, and the roller derby community the. If there is any divergence in the wording, the english text is authoritative. In an attempt to reach the track before the jam begins, red blocker jumps from out of bounds. These files and their contents may not be reproduced or translated in whole or in part in any manner without the permission of the wftda.
Roller derby is a fullcontact sport and players are allowed to make contact with each other. Jul, 2015 thankfully, there is now a solution to this problem. Ellen parnevelas writes the popular roller derby blog. Get help ask general questions ask rankings questions. It remained popular during the 40s and 50s, and films starring marilyn monroe and raquel welch highlighted derbys appeal. Gradual deviation from the speed of the pack as established through game play is legal, unless said deviation is sudden, rapid, and marked, leaving the opposing team no opportunity to adjust and maintain. One of these blockers may be designated as the pivot blocker. Mar 03, 2017 the womens flat track derby association has released an updated version of the wftda skater rules test to match the february 15, 2017 release of the rules of flat track roller derby. Feb 11, 2011 the detroit derby girls introduce you to flat track roller derby with our new rules video. In roller derby, readers will encounter roller derby in its various incarnations, from the original depressionera games through the days of roller jam to its current revival.
Epidemiology of womens flat track roller derby injuries in kansas. The game of flat track roller derby is played on a. Modifications are only allowed with the consent of the womens flat track derby association. Wftda flat track roller derby regeln in deutsch, januar 2020. The following individuals have passed the most current wftda gto training course and have opted to be listed on our wftdaqualified gto roster.
I have a question that i cant seem to find an answer for. Each team designates a scoring player the jammer the other four members are blockers. Womens flat track derby association recommended for you 1. Whereever it is played, there are always five players from each team on the track during a jam. The number one place for the best online sports gaming pool challenges ever. The test is available in an online and a printable pdf format. The track for each jam, a team must field one jammer, and at most four blockers. Badfish roller derby plays flat track roller derby according to the latest rules and clarifications from the womens flat track derby association.
Summary the rules of flat track roller derby 20200101. Flat track roller derby rules south side roller derby. Wftda is the international governing body for the sport of womens flat track roller derby. View everything as a single page view pdf summary 1. The roller derby coalition of leagues rdcl was founded in the fall of 2011 by 5 banked track roller derby leagues that saw a need for support in the modern banked track roller derby community. The game of flat track roller derby is played on a flat, oval track. Dec 22, 2015 roller derby began in chicago in the mid1930s and was more like professional wrestling. The rules of flat track roller derby the rules of flat. Our flat track games are typically away games with our womens travel team and our jr roller derby teams. The wftda rule book outlines the specific layout of the track which can be created at a roller rink, old factory or large conference center or arena. The roller derby look book for the visual arts list march 2012. The february 15, 2017 version of the rules of flat track roller derby will introduce a new format, with the rules presented via two separate documents. The wftda has developed and published the rules of flat track roller derby under the leadership of the wftda rules committee comprised.
Wftda releases 2019 update to the rules of flat track roller. This book may just become a part of your pregame ritual. You can catch a banked track roller derby game every other month at the pasadena convention center. Roller derby is fastpaced, intense sport with passionate players and fans. The wftda is a 501c3 taxexempt organization governed by a volunteer board of directors. The questions are also hyperlinked to the corresponding sections in the rule book. They lace up their skates, slide into racy racing uniforms, and adorn a full set of protective gear. Damon runyon persuaded leo seltzer to change the rules to combine more contact creating a new and unique sport, roller derby. It may answer the niggling question of what wheels you wore when you skated that same track last year or what the was score when you played that team last. The iocbacked federation enters the roller derby world with a familiar set of rules, ready for use at the roller games this september. Do take up the quiz and see if you are ready to be a team player or should do some more research on the game.
The track must be flat, clean, and suitable for roller skating. Roller derby is played by approximately 1,250 amateur leagues worldwide, mostly inside the united states. The organization was founded in april 2004 as the united leagues coalition ulc, but was renamed in november 2005. A skater who is 20 feet in front of or behind the pack is considered out of play. Version two of the wftda flat track derby standardized rules for interleague. It is a fullcontact sport that you play on a track on roller skates, and it is very easy to learn. The rules of flat track roller derby get a complete and overdue teardown and rebuild for the new year. Watch all the roller derby by checking the schedule below to see the rdcl and usars games. Detailed description of the rules, regulations and bouts is available from the. Summary the game of flat track roller derby is played on a. Specific to the womens flat track derby association wftda rules watch.
Learn how the game is played, and what all those ref signals mean. Wftda releases february 15, 2017 rules of flat track roller derby. The addition of the banked track means games played under rdcl rules, and a showcase game for usars roller derby means another look at its unique rule set. The boundary counts as part of the track the boundary is in bounds and may not vary in width around the. Any bolded words were added as a study function and do not appear in bold on the test. The rules of flat track roller derby rules documents and related resources the womens flat track derby association wftda has released the new january 1, 2020 version of the rules of flat track roller derby, which is an update to the previous edition published january 1, 2019.