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Reader: Give roller derby a sporting chance

By Patricia Calhoun Fri., Nov. 25 2011 at 6:00 AM
Categories: Comment of the day

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​Roller derby isn't just a very entertaining spectacle, it's a real athletic endeavor -- as anyone who saw the national WFTDA championships earlier this month at the 1stBank Center could tell you.

Or just listen to Pet Scoop:

Despite the crazy names and eccentric themes, roller derby is definitely a real sport, and anyone who has been to a match can see these athletes definitely work up a sweat.

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