Santa Cruz Derby Girls - THE Rollergirls of Santa Cruz

On Saturday, August 21, 2010, SCDG's Harbor Hellcats will match up against Eastern Contra Costa County's Undead Bettys in front of another sold out crowd at the Santa Cruz Civic Auditorium.  Watch for two new Hellcats to make their debut on the track:  InflictHer Pain and Fleetwood Smack.  Polly Kneesya will also return to the track after a broken ankle took her out of play in April, just two bouts into her first season. The Hellcats are 2-1 so far this year and they have three bouts left before the 2010 Season is finished.

For more information about the Harbor Hellcats, visit our website.  Information about Eastern Contra Costa County's Undead Betty's can be obtained from their website.

Each SCDG home bout is assigned a theme and fans are encouraged to participate.  This bout's theme is Derby Girls in Space.

SCDG has a limited number of press passes available for these bouts. Interested accredited journalists, photojournalists, photographers, and videographers should request a press pass. SCDG skaters, coaches and league members are available for interviews. If you want more information about the basics of the game, roller derby terminology or the league itself, please don't hesitate to ask. Contact us in advance for scheduling of interviews or attendance at practices or referee meetings.

 

 

At each bout, SCDG features a local non-profit organization as part of our efforts to give back to the community.  A portion of the night's proceeds will be donated to the featured organization. The Homeless Garden Project's mission is to bring together people from throughout the community in the beauty and security of their certified organic garden; to practice and teach principles of economic and ecological sustainability through classes and hands-on experience; and to provide homeless men and women job training and transitional employment.  In 2010, HGP celebrates 20 years of making an impact in the lives of those who find few opportunities for training, employment and an improved way of life!  To learn more about the Homeless Garden Project, visit their website, visit their farm, or call 831-426-3609.

Contact Community First to learn more about SCDG's Featured Non-Profit Program.

To prepare for tryouts, the league will hold a Boot Camp on September 18, 2010. Any women interested in trying out for the league or in learning more about roller derby are encouraged to attend. Basic derby skills will be demonstrated and taught. Skaters must provide their own gear, which must include helmet, knee and elbow pads, wrist guards, mouth guard and skates. There will be limited gear available for loan. Skaters must also have insurance and provide proof of current coverage. There will be registration and insurance fees - inquire for details.  For additional details, registration requirements, and location please email This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it .

 

The Santa Cruz Derby Girls, a California non-profit corporation, was formerly skating under the name Santa Cruz Rollergirls LLC. The Santa Cruz Derby Girls are a unified group of women and men dedicated to furthering the sport of roller derby and giving back to the Santa Cruz community.  SCDG is an apprentice league with the Women's Flat Track Derby Association (WFTDA).

Tickets for SCDG's bouts can be purchased online at: www.santacruztickets.com, by phone at (831) 420-5260, or at the Civic Auditorium's box office, located at 307 Church Street in downtown Santa Cruz.
Box Office hours are:
Tuesday - Friday: 11:00 a.m.-6:00 p.m.
Saturday: 10:00 a.m.-1:30 p.m.
The Box Office will open 90 minutes prior to events for event sales only.

Advance-purchase, general admission tickets are on sale now.
Doors open at 5:45, Game starts at 6:30
Adults $20.50 (advance)
Adults $24.50 (day of event)
Students (under 18) $13.50
Kids (under 13) $7.50
Babies in arms free (under 2)
Service charges included.