So I went to see Hollywood Trash play at the Los Angeles Derby Dolls championship gam last night. They sounded great, another band (Jessie Deluxe) also rocked out, and the match was thrilling from start to finish.
While watching those bad-ass chicks whipping around the rink as I thought up potential Derby Doll names for myself (Dana-mite? Carol Burn It? Skate Crime? <= Matt's), I thought "Man, I wanna do that! If only I were tougher and better at skating." Then, the announcer rattled off something about how they allow prospective new chicks come in and try their hand at the Derby life during the week. I was ecstatic. Right when I got home, I looked up the Derby Dolls page for more info.
This is what I found
I am missing a crucial element, apparently.
Nevermind that I can be a bit of a cupcake.
Nevermind that I'm not a great skater.
Health insurance.
Bane of my existence.
It makes sense though. I mean, it's a violent fucking sport and they don't have the funds to cover anyone. Plus, it's pretty damn likely that you or someone else is going to get hurt. They don't want anyone to get into trouble, including them, so it's a totally valid policy.
Still bums me out though.
Ah well. Better go find something else in the apartment to paint.
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