Sport
2 December, 2024
Locals roll out first victory
THE Tableland Roller Derby League has claimed their first win at a recent tournament, defeating the Towns Villains 48-29
The Tableland team celebrated their victory at the new Short Track Roller derby Tournament (Northern Tropical Thunder) in Townsville, marking their first ever win as a Tableland-only derby team and their first success in short track format.
It was a “hard-fought bout” in Townsville’s 32-plus degree heat, and despite facing tough competition throughout the tournament, the Tableland team “showcased their growth as a team” and finished in second place.
“This win is a testament to the team’s perseverance and drive,” derby club president Jennifer Cox said.
“From forming and running a small community club to now having a win in a new format shows we are definitely onto something.
The club is already looking ahead and setting their sights on 2025, and with the success of the “Third Friday” Roller Discos they are all the more eager to bring roller derby action to local fans.
Tableland Roller Derby has free “come and try” days twice a year held at their training grounds at Atherton State High school but also notes that “anyone can join at any time”.
The first come and try day will be held on 16 February 2025 and the second will be held on 19 October 2025.
Their next Roller Disco will be held this Friday from 6pm at the Atherton State High School Hall.
The Derby season follows the school year, and the Tablelands team is a mostly a senior league, but they accept juniors over 10 as well.
The club goes to Townsville a couple of times a year for competition and generally plays one or two games a day.
For more information visit the club’s Facebook page at Tableland Roller derby League or www.tablelandrollerderby.com.
