Jammers, blockers around Arkansas

Monday, September 9, 2013

Roller derby can be found in central, western and Northwest Arkansas. Here are forthcoming events posted on five popular groups’ websites:

Northwest Arkansas Roller Derby’s next event is an intraleague fun bout Oct. 27 at Starlight Skatium, 612 N. College Ave. in Fayetteville. nwarollerderby. com

Central Arkansas Roller Derby (CARD)’s season opens at 7 p.m. Saturday with a bout against Wichita Falls at Skateworld, 6512 Mabelvale Cut Off Road in Little Rock; admission is $10. CeArDerby.com

Girls Rollin’ in theSouth (GRITS) is based at Joyland Skate Center, 2020 S. Second St. in Cabot. GRITS will play the Benton County Derby Dames at 6 p.m. Sept. 21 at the Dames’ home rink, Roller City, 1007 Century St. in Springdale; $10 (12 and younger free). GritsRollerDerby.com and bcddrollerderby.com

River Valley Roller Girls of Fort Smith will hold a “Fresh Meat” session for women interested in joining the derby from 8-10 p.m. Tuesday at Wheels in Motion, 1007 Fayetteville Road in Van Buren. Free admission; more information is at [email protected].

ActiveStyle, Pages 32 on 09/09/2013