Jet City Roller Derby A safe place to land

Georgia Knoles, a former member of a roller derby team in France, joined Jet City Roller Derby upon her return to the Pacific Northwest. Jet City, known for its inclusivity, welcomed her into their ranks, emphasizing the diversity celebrated in the sport. Last Saturday, Jet City faced Seattle's Grave Danger and the Outlaw Skate Crew in competitive bouts at Edmonds College. Knoles described the intense camaraderie built through teamwork and communication on the track. Despite losing to Grave Danger 207-151, Jet City triumphed over the Outlaws with a narrow victory of 149-145.

The league, established in 2006, has become a hub for roller derby in Western Washington, fostering a community for skaters of all identities. Skaters enjoyed post-match celebrations, reinforcing that the sport is as much about community as competition. Jet City Roller Derby remains a vital outlet for self-expression and support for its members.