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Skater Sunday
Lux Breaker!!!
How long have you been skating?
A very long time. I actually skated with AZDD from seasons 1-4, and then retired for a few years. I missed my skates, so I started back up with a different league. I wanted something more competitive, so I went back to my roots and was drafted to the Brides.
Why derby?
Because itโs bad ass and so inclusive.
Whereโd you come up with your name?
Guys. The name was hard. There was a derby name directory at the time and you couldnโt copy anyone. Lux Breaker as in Luckโs Breaker. Like a black cat crossing your path. Or something... ๐
Bout day ritual/song?
I used to be able to sleep in, take a nap, eat a delicious lunch, lounge... Now I have to run around after a very active 4 year old who doesnโt care that I need to save my energy for the big game.
Other Hobbies?
Listening to my son tell jokes about various body parts and watching garbage television.
Job?
I work in a Genetics Laboratory as a Cytogenetic Technical Specialist.
Anything youโre looking forward to? In derby or real life??
Traveling! I want to go to all the places.
You can catch Lux and the rest of the Runaway Brides in their next bout of season 15 March21!!!
Skater Sunday!!!
Al Anilhate'ya
How long have you been skating?
March 2011
Why derby?
Why not?
Whereโd you come up with your name?
I wanted something short (the first part), close to my real name, with an intimidation factor, that wasn't taken. I think I've succeeded. I'm the only Al Anilhate'ya I know.
Bout day ritual/song?
I coach the AZDD Minor Assaults ever Saturday before my home team bouts. I like to squeeze in a nap if possible, because bout nights are long hauls for me.
Hobbies?
I have lots if other hobbies...I like to read, learn new things, garden and imbibe fancy gin cocktails.
Job?
I spend my days managing audit and compliance for my company.
Anything youโre looking forward to? In derby or real life??
I look forward to whatever challenge comes next, in derby and in life.
You can catch Al and the rest of the Runaway Brides in their next bout of season 15 December 7!
Small Business Saturday!!!
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Skater Sunday
Syntax Terror!!!
How long have you been skating?
Ive been skating for about 2 years. I started skating in a flat track league but my heart already belonged to the banked track, so I continued til try outs for AZDD came around in August 2018.
Why derby?
Derby is very underground and punk and Iโm soooo into it! I grew up playing Soccer and doing competitive cheer, so I jumped at the first opportunity to be more aggressive while simultaneously having a great time!
Whereโd you come up with your name?
I was still in school for Software Engineering when I first started derby. I had a bad habit of making syntactical errors when I wrote code, making me a Syntax Terror.
Bout day ritual/song?
Itโs really weird but I clean my entire place the day of a bout and hangout with my now retired derby wife Shelbs! She hypes me up all day.
Other Hobbies?
Outside of derby I hangout with my doggos and have recently been traveling a lot. This past weekend I went to San Francisco and this next year Iโm going to Seattle, Hawaii, Germany and Belize!
Job?
I work for Yelp in Franchise Development. So I work with brands like State Farm, Chick-fil-A, Kumon, etc!
Anything youโre looking forward to? In derby or real life??
Derby is real life, mostly my whole life.
Iโm excited for the season and continuing to be coached and molded by my great teammates. Outside of derby Iโm excited for whatever happens next! Always moving onward and upward!
You can catch Syn and the rest of the Runaway Brides on their next bout of season 15 December 7!
Skater Sunday!!!
Milani Mangler
How long have you been skating?
Iโve been skating since 2011, I tried out as soon as I turned 18. This is my ninth season as a Derby Dame.
Why derby?
My sisters friend was playing roller derby, so we went and watched a bout. I fell in love with it immediately and knew I wanted to play.
Whereโd you come up with your name?
Honestly, I really wanted my skate name to be Kim KarBASHian, but back in the day we had to get it approved from a derby name website and that name was taken. So, I put a makeup brand (Milani) and another word together and tadaaaa, Milani Mangler was born. But, that name doesnโt even really matter as a majority of the league calls me Baby.
Bout day ritual/song?
Usually I wake up and start drinking water immediately. I try to calm my nerves by staying occupied through out the day. Song ritual is really anything upbeat.
Other Hobbies?
My other hobbies are reading, hanging out with my boyfriend, dog, friends, and family. Also enjoy trying new places to eat, because food is amazing.
Job?
I work for a school lunch program as a production assistant.
Anything youโre looking forward to? In derby or real life??
Iโm looking forward to buying a house and getting better at roller derby.
You can catch Baby and the rest of the Runaway Brides in their next bout of season 15 December 7!
Skater Sunday
Pretty Plz #1221
How long have you been skating?
Originally Joined the Derby Dames when they were still flat track league in 2008
Why derby?
I grew up at Great skate every weekend and learned about derby when I was about 16. I always was involved with team sports and it felt like a great fit since I also loved skating. As soon as I turned 18 I tried out. I wish the Minor Assault existed back then!
Whereโd you come up with your name?
I think I was being scarcastic at practice, or maybe asking nicely. Either way it had a ring to it and just stuck. Plus I get called pretty
Bout day ritual/song?
Usually relaxing music all day. Stretching and good food. Then closer to game time, Iโm antsy and ready to go, listening to something more aggressive
Other Hobbies?
I play co Ed rec softball league and love on my four legged fur child
Job?
Director of operations for Desert Valley Testing, a cannabis testing laboratory
Anything youโre looking forward to? In derby or real life??
Iโm going from a runaway bride to an actual bride
You can catch Pretty and the rest of the Runaway Brides in their next bout of season 15 December 7!
Thank you to all the Brides tonight! I learned so much! And had fun! You're an amazing team! โค
Next bout! See you there!
This Saturday November 10th!
Hall of Dames
2517 W. McDowell Rd. Ste. #118
Phoenix AZ 85009
Doors open at 5pm
First whistle at 6pm
After party at ThirdSpace
1028 Grand Ave
Phoenix AZ 85007
You can purchase pre-sale tickets at
www.BrownPaperTickets.com
See you there!
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www.ArizonaDerbyDames.com
Save the date, Saturday November 10th!
This Saturday night!
Coffin Draggers vs Schoolyard Scrappers
AZDD Bombshells vs Runaway Brides
This Saturday night!
Coffin Draggers vs Schoolyard Scrappers
AZDD Bombshells vs Runaway Brides