I am fortunate to have the privilege of working with two Women's Flat Track Roller Derby Teams. The Fox Cityz Foxz http://www.foxcityzfoxz.com/ and the Paper Valley Roller Girls http://www.papervalleyrollergirls.com/
I get to attend each teams practice once a week and provide chiropractic adjustments, injury care, training advice and get to watch these great skaters up close and personal. Most of these "ladies" practice 3 times a week on skates, as well as, some off skate workouts. They take this sport very seriously. Even the scrimmages that take place in practice can get very spirited.
But the real fun is "Bout Night!"
I definitely get one of the best seats in the house for derby matches. Right next to the team bench, track side. I will adjust some of the skaters before the match, some at half time and the rest after the match. Sometimes I have to adjust the same skater more than once. They take a real beating sometimes and I can't imagine how sore they would be without the adjustment.
The Foxz consist of 3 club teams that skate against each other. Rivalries are starting to form as bragging rights are up for grab each month. The PV Roller Girls are a traveling team, taking on talent from throughout North America. Last weekend, the PVRG hosted a team from Toronto, CN Power. this team was an all-star team from the largest derby club in North America. If you missed this bout, you missed one heck of a show as the underdog, home team came away with a 9 point victory.
I've had the opportunity to work with several sports clubs, and Roller Derby is much like Rugby as far as sportsmanship is concerned. The host team provides food and parties with the guest team that night. Everyone has a great time, sharing stories and tactics. I even adjusted about 10 of the Toronto skaters after the match. They seemed very appreciative.
Both groups are very entertaining and if you want to see some Hard Hitting derby Action, visit the web sites above and get your tickets early as both clubs usually sell out quickly.
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You don't know how much we appreciate your help! To see you at practices and at the bout provides a sigh of relief to many skaters! Thanks for all you do for the PVRG, Dr. Ron. We will continue to provide quality derby with your help! :)
Your adjustment after our bout was amazing. The Canadians also loved it. Thanks so much for all you do for us!
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