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- We are now recruiting for officials and other volunteers at the 2019 British Champs Playoffs. Playoffs will be held at Fenton Manor Sports Sports Complex in Stoke-on-Trent, on Saturday 21st & Sunday 22nd September. There will be eight games on each day, running approximately from 8am to 6pm on each day. All games will be full length WFTDA/MRDA “National” level games, involving teams from the following tiers: Tier 1 WFTDA-sideTier 2 WFTDA-sideTier 1 MRDA-side There may additionally be a junior derby exhibition game. We will endeavor to schedule volunteer crews in shifts, but please assume that if you are applying for these playoffs, you will be expected to work several games on each day. Please also ensure that you have the funds/means to get to the venue. Officials applications close on the 1st August, and officials will be informed whether they have been accepted by 15th August, at the latest. Volunteer applications will remain open as long as needed, and successful applicants will be informed on a rolling basis. If you have questions, please email Champs.Officials@gmail.com for officials, and British.Championships@gmail.com for crew. To apply, click the button below. Application Form ⚠️ Issue: * Incorrect or missing data Spelling mistake Broken link Other issue Your Name: Your Email: Details: * Submit Report... Read more...
- British Championships are recruiting for Leadership roles for the 2020 season, and we are looking for: Tournament Head Referee – WFTDA-sideTournament Head NSO – MRDA-sideFinance Director All roles will start from August 2019 and have a two year term. This will involve a handover period to your replacement in the lead up to and during the 2022 playoff event. THR Summary:As Tournament Head Referee for the WFTDA side you will be responsible for ensuring a high quality of skating officiating, that the tournament is run fairly and effectively and that the principles of the tournament are upheld throughout the season THNSO Summary:As Tournament Head NSO for the MRDA side you will be responsible for ensuring a high quality of non-skating officiating, that the tournament is run fairly and effectively and that the principles of the tournament are upheld throughout the season. FD Summary:As Finance Director you will steer the finances of Champs, ensuring the tournament is financially viable and clearly accounted for. You will work with the other tournament Directors to ensure all activity is budgeted for and income generated is in keeping with Champs’ ethos. More information, including a full role description, can be found on the application form. If you have questions, you can contact us via the website or by email. If you think this is for you, apply via the form below. Applications close on the 21st of July 2019. Application Form ⚠️ Issue: * Incorrect or missing data Spelling mistake Broken link Other issue Your Name: Your Email: Details: * Submit Report... Read more...
- Playoffs are taking place with sixteen teams playing across two days on two tracks from 21–22 September 2019 at Fenton Manor, Stoke-on-Trent. Are you an individual or company that is passionate about streaming high-quality and reliable feeds for live roller derby action? We are looking for a pay-to-watch streaming provider that can make the edited archives publicly available within a fortnight of the event. Is this you? Send us your proposal including: name and contact detailsbrief description of your experience and links to previous jobs and working with broadcastersbudget outlinerisk assessment Contact us on British.Championships@gmail.com or via our Contact Form with any questions you may have and to submit your tender by 15 July 2019. ⚠️ Issue: * Incorrect or missing data Spelling mistake Broken link Other issue Your Name: Your Email: Details: * Submit Report... Read more...
- Brains are important – everyone has one, and everyone needs to take care of it. That’s why a properly fitted helmet is essential wear for roller derby and other contact sports. Getting a helmet Visit your local stockist to see the options available, and to try some on. It’s important to get a correctly sized helmet – too loose and it’ll just pop right off, too tight and you’ll probably end up with a headache. If you can’t visit a stockist, you can measure your own head at home if you’re ordering a helmet online. Be sure to follow the manufacturer instructions carefully if you’re doing this, and maybe get a friend to help you. Fitting your helmet When you put your helmet on, you should have it sit just above your eyebrows. When you look up without moving your head, you should see the brim of the helmet. It should sit level and straight, and cover the sides of your head and your temples, and the base of your skull at the back. Once it’s sat on your head properly, move your head around. Even when it’s not fastened, the helmet shouldn’t move. It should feel secure against your head without being tight. If it moves or slips, it is too big. If your helmet has “Y” straps on the sides, adjust the fastener so the “Y” meets just below the ear. Not all helmets can be adjusted this way, notably “hockey” style helmets. Follow your helmet’s fitting guide. Fasten the chin strap, and adjust it so the strap sits comfortably under the chin. It should be snug, but not tight. You should be able to get a finger or two between your chin and the strap, and feel the helmet being pulled down if you open your mouth wide. If you can pull the strap up over your chin, it’s too loose – you shouldn’t be able to take the helmet off with the chin strap fastened. If you can’t comfortably breath, talk, or open your mouth, then it’s too tight. Take a look at the following photographs that show a correctly fitted helmet Thank you to Filthy Halfblood from Big Bucks High Rollers for modeling. Daily adjustments Every time you put your helmet on, quickly check the “Y” straps and chin straps are properly adjusted. Sometimes they can slip or become loose while in storage. Caring for your helmet Keep your helmet safe and looked after while you’re not wearing it. Avoid accidental knocks and drops to prolong the life of your helmet, and ensure it’ll do its job when you need it to. Don’t store it anywhere damp or humid, or anywhere that gets too cold or two hot. Most helmets let you remove the inserts and throw them in the wash with the rest of your kit, to keep bacteria and smells in check – but follow your manufacturer instructions carefully. Ensure you reattach the inserts properly when they’ve fully dried. When to replace your helmet You should always follow the manufacturer guidelines for when to replace your helmet. A damaged helmet won’t protect you as well as you think it should. If you have had a fall and received an impact to your head, you should replace your helmet. Almost all helmets are rated for a single heavy impact, or for a few minor impacts. If in doubt, replace your helmet. If you notice a crack, or the inner material of the helmet is damaged, you should replace the helmet. Most helmets should be replaced every year or two even if you don’t receive a head impact. The materials in the helmet break down naturally over time. Make a note of when you purchased your helmet, and follow your manufacturer’s instructions on when to replace the helmet due to age.Helmets are one of the cheaper bits of safety equipment to replace, but protect the most important thing you have. If you are in doubt, replace your helmet. Be a team player If you notice someone isn’t wearing their helmet correctly, politely let them know. Take a moment to see if they need help fitting it properly. Be concussion aware Head injuries are serious business. Ensure you know the symptoms to look out for in team mates and in yourself. The WFTDA have resources on concussion management, assessment, and advice. It also holds guidelines and policies relevant to roller derby.https://wftda.com/concussions/ The BMJ have a handy pocket guide for identifying concussion, which is ideal for your kit bag.tttps://bjsm.bmj.com/content/bjsports/47/5/267.full.pdf England Rugby have short e-learning modules on concussion. Ideal for understanding the basics and getting to know how to spot signs of concussion.https://www.englandrugby.com/my-rugby/players/player-health/concussion-headcase/ If in doubt… If you need help getting a helmet, visit a local stockist and talk to someone. You should get help in selecting and fitting your helmet. If you need help to check your existing helmet, ask your team mates or your coaches to show you how to adjust it properly. If you’ve taken a heavy blow to the head in the past, even just once, it’s probably best to replace your helmet. If, during a game or training, you take a knock to the head then it’s okay to sit out for a while and assess how you are. Not all concussion symptoms are obvious or immediate. Let your coach or bench staff know you’ve taken a knock to the head. If you’ve taken a knock to the head and you don’t feel right, see stars, feel dizzy, or identify with any symptoms of a concussion, then seek medical assistance. If medics are present, have them come to you and check you out. If they clear you, but you still don’t feel right, then get a second opinion at your nearest A&E department. ⚠️ Issue: * Incorrect or missing data Spelling mistake Broken link Other issue Your Name: Your Email: Details: * Submit Report... Read more...
- The British Roller Derby Championships is the largest tournament of its kind in the world. It is entirely volunteer-run and we need YOU! If you like seeing weekly scores posted to Facebook, images shared on Instagram, want to follow the news on Twitter and more, we need YOU. Champs can only happen if members of our skating community (skaters, officials on and/or offskates, coaches and others) step up to help make it happen! We are looking to increase our crew in the Media team. Can you turn a phrase? Bring the hype? Enjoy sharing news and views? What’s in it for you? You get to help make derby happen. You will be part of a team that spans the UK and hear any breaking news first. You’ll get to see how Champs works from behind the scenes and if you have ideas on how Champs can do things better, you can let us know and help make those developments! You will help develop Champs visual content and work with derby photographers and requesting and respecting permissions, links and credits. Finally, for anyone looking to boost their CV, volunteering provides great practical work experience! We are currently recruiting people to help us with: Facebook (2–3 people)Twitter (1–2 people)Instagram (1–2 people)Website (holiday cover ad hoc position) We have regular weekly updates across our media and by sharing the roles we aim to ensure that everyone can take guilt-free holidays or time off when real life interrupts our roller lives! If you think this is for you, apply via the form below! PS tell your friends! Application Form ⚠️ Issue: * Incorrect or missing data Spelling mistake Broken link Other issue Your Name: Your Email: Details: * Submit Report... Read more...

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