WFTDA Flat Track Roller Derby Championship Tournament in Austin,
The 2006 National Champion Texas Rollergirls are pleased to host the second annual WFTDA Flat Track Roller Derby Championship Tournament in Austin, Texas this September 29th and 30th.
"The WFTDA is delighted for the 2007 championships to be hosted by the Texas Rollergirls in Austin, Texas," says Jennifer Wilson, WFTDA President and retired Texas Rollergirls skater. "Austin is the birthplace of the flat track derby revolution, so it's only appropriate that the top ranked flat track derby leagues in the nation converge on Austin to see who's the best of the best."
The top eight teams from across the country will duke it out for the title of Women's Flat Track Derby Association (WFTDA) champions.
WFTDA currently has 38 member leagues that represent almost every state in the US.
This year's WFTDA championship bout showcases the top four teams from both the Eastern and Western Divisions. Representing the best of the West are all-star teams from Rat City Rollergirls of Seattle, Tucson Rollerderby, Texas Rollergirls, and Kansas City Roller Warriors. The top four teams from the Eastern Division will be decided at the Eastern Regional Tournament this August.
The two-day derby festival takes place at the Austin Convention Center and will also showcase bands, scrimmages, games, and merchandise. Tickets and two-day passes for this event are on sale now.
About the WFTDA
Founded in 2004, the WFTDA promotes and fosters the sport of women's flat track roller derby by facilitating the development of athletic ability, sportswomanship, and goodwill among member leagues. The governing philosophy is "by the skaters, for the skaters." Women skaters are primary owners, managers, and operators of each member league and of the coalition. Operational tasks include setting standards for rules, seasons, and safety, and determining guidelines for the national and international athletic competitions of member leagues. All member leagues have a voice in the decision-making process, and agree to comply with the governing body's policies. For more information about WFTDA, visit http://www.wftda.com.
