We're not talking 1770 here.
One word: wow. Two more: totally awesome.
I was recently introduced to the wonder that is roller derby. New to the spectator stands, I wasn’t totally sure what to expect (since I’d been warned that it was nothing like Whip It), but let me tell you—it’s raucous, it’s exhilarating, it’s bad-ass. Thoroughly fun and riveting to watch.
I’ve never been a big sports fan—or a sports fan at all. But I am definitely now a fan of Boston Massacre, part of the Boston Derby Dames league. It’s a total experience. Clever derby names, loud music, and then the bouts themselves—so compelling to watch: the fast-paced intensity, the moves, the strategy, the blocking, the grace and toughness of the skaters. There are some really amazing players.
Bonus: dance party after the bouts in the red-carpeted Fez Room (yes, it’s really called the Fez Room; it’s the Shriner’s Auditorium).
Boston Massacre’s next bout: March 20. Try it; you’ll like it.
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March 11, 2010 at 6:26 am
Sarah
I love their name! And not that this has anything to do with your post, but have you heard about the Boston Molassacre? I learned about that historic event on a duck tour.
March 11, 2010 at 8:20 pm
Jessica
I had never heard of the Boston Molassacre, so I just looked it up—that’s crazy!