Cd'A Roller Derby to hang up skates
The Coeur d’Alene Roller Derby (also known as the Snake Pit Derby Dames) are hanging up their skates in February 2024 unless they can find a practice space. The nonprofit roller derby league had supported local programs such as Bikers Against Child Abuse, Kootenai Humane Society, Centennial Trail clean up since their start in 2008.
Photo courtesy of Coeur d’Alene Roller Derby
Coeur d'Alene Roller Derby women watch their teammates play from the sidelines in the second half. From left: Danielle “Gin and Chronic” Shanley, Piper “Empiper Strikes Back” Kenney, Amber “Rosie the Revolter” Fuson and Stephanie “Bigs Eats Smalls” Coates. (ANDREAS BRAUNLICH/Coeur Voice)
COEUR d’ALENE — “Peace, love, Coeur d’Alene Roller Derby.” That was the sign-off for a letter to The Press signaling the impending end of Coeur d’Alene Roller Derby (also known as the Snake Pit Derby Dames) in February 2024 unless they’re able to find a new venue.
“For over two decades this women's roller derby league provided a positive, supportive space for physical growth, competition, and friendship. Even if you haven't been to one of our games, it’s likely we brought a smile to your face as we skated by in the annual parades or scanned your ticket at the rodeo. Maybe you or a loved one benefited from our support of local programs such as Bikers Against Child Abuse, Kootenai Humane Society, Centennial Trail clean up and more,” the letter read.
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