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Jan 29, 2020 | Bout News
BOUT RECAP – THE WORLD OF TOMORROW HAS ARRIVED – 01.22.2020
NEW DECADE, SAME BADASS ROLLER DERBY LEAGUE. Written by Sana Sandra “Squirrelly” Karbal The night started with a pre-show game of Minnesota’s official state sport (for now…) of hockey, and the Roy Wilkins was graced with the presence of Olympians. The OMGAA Storm Poly Hockey team played a mini game against MNRD skaters, warming up […]
Jan 11, 2020 | Bout News
Bout Recap – Don’t Kramp My Style – 12.21.19
Written by Sana Sandra “Squirrelly” Karbal The importance of the season’s holidays was not lost among the glittering costumes and sparkly attire. One of our longest partners, the Ann Bancroft Foundation, reminded us that it’s the season for giving. Through the continued support of our fans, MNRD is able to help fund grants that empower […]
Nov 16, 2019 | Bout News
Bout Recap – Sweet Sixteen – 11.9.2019
BLOWING OUT SIXTEEN CANDLES IN SWEET STYLE Written by Sana Sandra “Squirrelly” Karbal The cascading St. Paul snow wasn’t the only thing getting frosty – MNRD Frostbite kicked off Sweet Sixteen with a pre-game bout in front of the crowd at the Roy Wilkins Auditorium. Frostbite is the competitive junior program within the league for […]
Nov 8, 2019 | Bout News
Bout Recap – ROLL CALL! Home Team Mini-Tournament – 10.5.2019
SETTLING SOME BEEF; HOME TEAMS COMPETE FOR GILDED STEAK. Written by Sana Sandra “Squirrelly” Karbal The Legendary Roy Wilkins Auditorium saw the kick off of Season 16 for newly-rebranded Minnesota Roller Derby. This change from the Minnesota RollerGirls was instituted to better represent the league, fan base, and community. Non-binary people, gender expansive individuals, and […]
May 13, 2019 | Bout News
Join the All-Stars at Home June 7-9 for Have a Nice Day Tournament!
It’s a RARE opportunity to catch the Minnesota RollerGirls at home over the summer, but here’s your chance! The Minnesota All-Star Program is hosting a three day B-Team tournament featuring top level derby talent from all over the country!
Apr 24, 2019 | Bout News
Casino Roller: the Preview
This weekend, the Minnesota RollerGirls will end their 15th season of hard-fought, hard-won roller derby…by changing their uniforms. No, the Atomic Bombshells aren’t trading in their look. It’s All-Star season, sports fans.
Mar 31, 2019 | Bout News
Rockits Take Home the Golden Skate!
After a stellar performance by both teams in the Championship bout of Season 15, the Rockits came out on top with a dominant win over the Gardas, 190-103. This topped off an undefeated season for the Rockits, and sent them home with the Golden Skate for the first time since Season 7! In the third […]
Mar 26, 2019 | Bout News
Skate Like UCare: the Preview
###THIS. IS. IT. Each practice, each haul of the skate bag, each trek to and from the Legendary Roy Wilkins Auditorium has led to this Saturday. The Golden Skate is up for grabs…and the team that will win it has not raised the Skate in at least five years. **Before the Skate**: we have a […]
Mar 24, 2019 | Bout News
Follow the Frostbite this Spring and Summer!
The Minnesota Frostbite, our competitive junior roller derby team, will be skating in their inaugural season this spring and summer. Follow along with these 11-17 year old athletes that represent the future of MNRG! Check out their current schedule, and we’ll continue to update as more details and dates get set!
Mar 2, 2019 | Bout News
Survival of the Fastest Final Scores
In the home team semi-finals of Season 15, the Rockits kept up their winning streak and beat the Dolls 210-85. The Gardas fought hard and kept their early lead over the Bombshells, securing their way to the home team championships with a final score of 202-182. We’ll see you on March 30th, where the Bombshells […]