Thursday, February 27, 2014

Dinner with the Coolest Girls in Town- The Eastside Derby Girls

THE GADFLY arrived at American Pie Pizza in Shelby Township, Michigan to attend the funding raising event for the coolest Chicks on that side of DETROIT- THE EASTSIDE DERBY GIRLS(EDGs). American Pie Owners Jon and Lisa have charity fundraising events there all the time! Really nice of them.
Charities events have included:
  • Raising money for Veterans
  • Helping raise money for special equipment for sick babies
  • Many others almost every week!


EDG Manager "Motor City Kitty" with Daughter "Sweet Poison" of the EDG Juniors League-with Grandma :)
The Dinner crowd was light but the EDG girls and their families had enough personality to fill the Restaurant & Event location with cheer. This event was for raising money for their general fund.


                      ~FUN (AND NOT SO FUN FACTS)~
  • The TAPE to marked the ring is pulled up every bout at THE NEW RINK (Home Base for the EDG's!) is expensive! The 3" Gaffers Tape they need costs about $100.00 per bout! :(
  • The Eastside Derby Girls made a conscious decision not to officially join the Women's Flat Track Derby Association(WFTDA) as they do not want to travel beyond 400 miles (as they would have to if an official member).
  •  They have Insurance through the Association though
  • The area non-affiliated WFTDA teams call or FB each other to fill their yearly bout (match) openings!

Caption: Eastside Derby Girls Junior League Members: "Cookie Crumble", "Rainbow Dash" and "Sweet Poison" pose in their best 'CHARLES ANGEL'S MODE' :)


OUR INTERVIEW WITH TEAM MANAGER "MOTOR CITY KITTY", "KRAFTY" & "PINK POWER SLAMMER"

Q: ARE THERE ALOT OF INJURIES?

There are roughly 2 injuries for 5 bouts (Season). I spoke of the Detroit Derby Girls' (WFTDA League in Detroit) bad luck night this year with 3 broken legs in 1 bout. They heard about it and was as surprised as me. Very unusual.

Q: ARE DERBY GIRLS ALL 'A'-TYPE PERSONALITIES?

This was a good question- everyone agreed to disagree! The stereotype of an aggressive, tattooed athelete isn't true. There are also defensive-oriented girls like 'Krafty' of the EDG.  There is no 'type". The best analysis came from one of the Junior League Members who said, "You can't be afraid to hit!". That about sums it up. lol.
            (Caption- American Pie had Pizza, Pasta and so much more. It was delicious!)

Q: What do you think about the new floor the Detroit Derby Girls got at the Masonic temple?

The floor is great. It solves the slippery problem. There were 2 known 'slippery spots' on the old track on the DDG's old floor.
      (caption: Team Captain "Motor City Kitty" with "Pink Power Slammer" and "Krafty")

Q: How does a EDG 'Derby Mom' support her Daughter?

We had a great conversation with Motor City Kitty's Mom! She mentioned she goes to the matches and makes signs to support her Daughter and Grand-daughters.

   Caption:Our Friendly Waiter/Busser looks great in his pizza outfit with an "Uncle Sam Hat"! lol.
    Q: How much does it cost to be a Derby Girl?
    The dues for the EDG are $30.00/month. The Skates can cost around $150.00. They mentioned the wheels can cost up to $100.00. THE GADFLY knows there are other costs like protective equipment, time, gas, food and other intangibles. But they love it was the main feeling THE GADFLY got!
                                   (caption: 'Krafty' and 'Pink Power Slammer' of the EDGs)

    Q: Anything fun coming up for the Eastside Derby Girls?

    Yes! They are having a 'STAR WARS' themed bout on May 4th. They are in negations with a local Acting Troupe to dress as characters from the Movies! They are also planning a bout that will include a Men's Roller Derby bout! THE GADFLY looks forward to these cool events.

            (Caption- 'Rainbow Dash' & 'Cookie Crumble' of the EDG Junior League)


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2 comments:

  1. dettgrfan1March 2, 2014 at 6:36 PM

    Great job with the article, Sam! Thanks for sharing the info!

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  2. Sam GurwinMarch 3, 2014 at 3:51 PM

    Thanks - Sam did do a great job and he had a great time. We both really like the Eastside Derby Girls and look fwd to the next bout.

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