What does that do for women?
‘Women are strong and we can protect one another. We can protect and defend ourselves. Derby’s not about violence. It’s a game about strategy. When I see two blockers protecting their jammer, I actually do get a bit teary. I get a bit emotional about it. It means a lot. I don’t want to paint Derby as a violent sport because it’s not. It’s about strategy.’
If you could describe Roller Derby as a person, how would you describe them?
‘I’d say they’re feisty and never say die but they’ve got a really big heart. They care about their friends but they’re dedicated and focused and they work hard.’
Do you think that ties in with Jackie O?
‘Yeah, I think it does. She’s an incredibly strong woman. She has amazing style. Derby is all about having your own style!’
How would you describe the partnership with the Inner West League and Young Henrys?
‘It’s just a really great opportunity for us to hook up with a crowd that know how to get the Inner West people together which is what we really want people to do as well . We just want people to understand what Derby is as a game and how much fun it is and come and support their local team.’
