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CCRE Press Release

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Contact: Melissa Morera FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

Tel. 804-306-8179

Email: ccrollerexpo@yahoo.com

ROLLER DERBY TAKES OVER WILDWOOD.

The Colossal Coastal Roller Expo brings skaters from throughout the country to Wildwood, New Jersey May 8-10, 2009.

Wildwood hosts its first official Roller Derby Weekend May 8-10, 2009 complete with hard-hitting games, a parade on the boardwalk and various other skate-inspired festivities. Male and female roller derby skaters from throughout the country are expected to attend the Colossal Coastal Roller Expo (CCRE) hosted by the Wildwood Convention Center, Wildwood Harley-Davidson and the city of Wildwood.

“It looks to be all-out derby mayhem,” said CCRE Chair Billy Rae Siren, “with many different styles of play showcased.”

Tournament play is open to spectators. Tickets will be available March 1 at www.ccrollerexpo.com or through www.ticketmaster.com. Please visit the website for a complete list of events and schedule. Any aspiring or current roller derby skaters should also visit the website for registration and additional information on attending the event.

The Colossal Coastal Roller Expo hopes to bring roller derby to a new audience in South Jersey and pull together skaters from different backgrounds and experiences for one fun-filled, adrenalin-fueled weekend.

For more information on this event, please contact Melissa Morera at ccrollerexpo@yahoo.com or visit the website at www.ccrollerexpo.com.

South Jersey Anniversary

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Fan Favorite Contest…Vote Now!!Fan Favorite Award for the SJD Anniversary Banquet!

South Jersey Derby is celebrating our one-year anniversary on Thursday, April 17, 2008 at Terra Nova in Glassboro, New Jersey.

In honor of this event, we are asking that you help us nominate this year’s fan favorite for the High Voltage Hotties Travel Team!

Please select one skater from the list below and submit an e-mail with your favorite skater’s name to sjderbygirls@yahoo.com or vote on myspace.

Any fans, friends of family members interested in attending the banquet dinner may also inquire more at the provided e-mail address. Come share this monumental night with us. We promise a good time! There are 50 open slots, so sign up quick.

Eligible Skaters for the Fan Favorite Award:

Mos Deathly – 16 Blocks
Billy Rae Siren – 1 Hit Wonder

Karma Chaos – 8
Jersey Jezebel – 13
Rebel Yell – Rt.66
Mega Mauhler – 17
That Kid Kenny – 112

Toxic Block Syndrome – 4.0
Chop Suey – 59 The House Special
Fairy Deadly – 00
Crash’n’Dash – 88

*Skaters must have competed in at least one game and be on current roster to be eligible for this award.

2007 Roller Derby Hall of Fame Event

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NATIONAL ROLLER DERBY

HALL OF FAME WEEKEND

A celebration of Roller Derby & the 40th anniversary of legendary team, the Eastern Warriors. Scheduled to appear: Judy Arnold, Judy Sowinski, Arnold ‘Skip’ Schoen, Vinnie Gandolfo, Pete Boyd, Cindy Ogbin, Jeff Hart, Judi McGuire, ‘Little Richard’ Brown and ‘Big Bad’ Bob Woodberry, plus other stars of Roller Derby.

FRIDAY, OCTOBER 26 Kickoff event featuring former Philadelphia Warrior skaters. 7 PM, location to be announced. Check www.rollerderbyhalloffame.com for details.

SATURDAY, OCTOBER 27 Philadelphia Warriors Celebration. 1 PM to 4 PM at the Crowne Plaza Hotel, 2349 West Marlton Pike Cherry Hill, NJ. A historical perspective celebrating the Warriors and Roller Derby, with a question and answer session featuring former skaters and fans along with memorabilia of the sport. Tickets are $10 and can be purchased at the door starting at 12:30 PM Saturday.

The Call of Duty Roller Derby Game. Featuring She Devils (USA) vs. Hammer City (CAN). 7:30 PM at The International Skate Center, 1 Hovtech Blvd. Mt. Laurel, NJ 08054. Tickets can be purchased in advance for $12 at shedevilsrollerderby.com or at the door for $15. Children under 5 years old free, 5-10 years old $5.

SUNDAY, OCTOBER 28

National Roller Derby Hall of Fame awards presentation & reunion dinner.

5 PM at the Crowne Plaza Hotel, 2349 West Marlton Pike Cherry Hill, NJ. Join as we induct the newest members into the Roller Derby Hall of Fame. Cocktail reception from 5-6 PM, then buffet dinner (four entrees) starting at 6 PM. Event will go till 11 PM and will include music & dancing. All are invited. Tickets for the dinner are $45 and must be purchased in advance. No tickets will be available at the door.

630 E. 24thStreet, Brooklyn, NY 11210 or payment can Hall-of-Fame Weekend VIP packages are available for $100.

Includes tickets to all events, plus a National Roller Derby HOF souvenir program yearbook, Warrior hat & t-shirt (please specify size).

Details at www.rollerderbyhalloffame.com.

Please help us spread the word so that everyone can attend this once-in-a-lifetime event honoring Derby’s greatest skaters and one of its most legendary teams!

Hope you can all join us at the end of October in Philadelphia & Cherry Hill as we celebrate ROLLER DERBY & the WARRIORS!!!!