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East Coast Invitational Extravaganza Press Release

Philly Roller Girls to Host East Coast Derby Extravaganza
Two-Day Invitational Event Will Feature Nonstop Flat Track Roller Derby Action

PHILADELPHIA, PA - November 28, 2006 .. The Philly Roller Girls announced today plans to host a large-scale flat track roller derby event featuring two full days of competition by teams from across the nation. The event will take place March 17-18, 2007 at the Sportsplex in Feasterville, a multi-rink facility specially designed for roller sports tournaments. Participants will include Women's Flat Track Derby Association (WFTDA) member leagues as well as regional rookie leagues applying for membership in the national organization.

One rink will feature full-length, regulation bouts between travel teams from WFTDA member leagues, including the Philly Roller Girls. WFTDA is a group representing over 30 all-female, independent flat-track roller derby leagues throughout the United States. The event will be sanctioned by WFTDA and travel team bouts will count toward the participating leagues' national rankings.

Additional rinks will host open scrimmages and challenge bouts..half-hour bouts between home teams, special teams and rookie leagues. The challenge bouts will adhere to WFTDA rules, with the exception of the reduced playing time. All events, including scrimmages, will be open to the public, giving fans a chance to see up-and-coming regional derby talent as well as seasoned veteran skaters.

"This is a roller derby event the likes of which Philadelphia has never seen before," said Jersey Diabla, general manager of the Philly Roller Girls. "We intend to put the City of Brotherly Love squarely on the national flat track roller derby map and give local fans a chance to see two days of serious derby action in their own backyard."

Invitations to WFTDA member leagues and applicants have gone out and if the enthusiastic response is any indication, derby fans are in for a wild ride in March. Keep checking www.phillyrollergirls.com for updated information, including a list of participants and detailed schedule.

About the Philly Roller Girls
Philly Roller Girls is an all-girl, skater-owned and operated roller derby league that formed in March 2005 and recently completed its first home season. It comprises a diverse group of hard-working athletes with the strength and character to provide serious entertainment for fans while having fun in the process. The league has over 60 dedicated skaters on four teams..the Broad Street Butchers, the Heavy Metal Hookers, the Hostile City Honeys and 2006 champions the Philthy Britches..as well as new recruits (known as fresh meat) who are currently awaiting team placement. For more information, visit www.phillyrollergirls.com.

About WFTDA
Founded in 2004, the WFTDA promotes and fosters the sport of women's flat track derby by facilitating the development of athletic ability, sportswomanship, and goodwill among member leagues. The governing philosophy is "by the skaters, for the skaters." Women skaters are primary owners, managers, and operators of each member league and of the association. Operational
tasks include setting standards for rules, seasons, and safety, and determining guidelines for the national and international athletic competitions of member leagues. All member leagues have a voice in the decision-making process, and agree to comply with the governing body's policies. For more information, visit www.wftda.com.

Ticket Information
Tickets for the event are available at http://www.phillyrollergirls.com. Beginning in February, they may also be purchased at Crash Bang Boom (4th Street at South Street in Center City), Canvas Coffee (400 E. Girard Ave. in Fishtown), Connie Mac's (8000 Crescent Blvd. in Pennsauken, NJ) or MOJO 13 (1706 Philadelphia Pike in Wilmington, DE ). General admission: $15 per day or $25 for a weekend pass.

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