MRD's CJ's TAKE ON NH SKATE FREE OR DIE

So much to say about this bout. The number on the scoreboard at the end of the game made no difference to the girls from New Hampshire. They look at every skating opportunity as a growing experience and are the best losers I've every met. No really, not a single one was upset about the loss and they all came to the after party and had a blast. It is rare to meet girls so humble and willing to learn. For me the true winners of this game were the ones who tried their hardest from NH. This leads me to ponder a particular conundrum in the skating community. Girls who skate and skate and push themselves to the point of no return and girls who skate for the absolute passion of the game. Obviously there is a crossover of skaters who fit both categories but I think it is so important to remember that we are all in love with the same sport and sometimes the winners are not the winners at all. When we played Montreal last time these girls came to the after party and seriously taught us some skills on the dance floor. They were decked out in the sickest 80's gear and seriously busted out mad break dancing moves on the floor. They were fun and real. I just want to thank all of the woman who work so hard to make this sport safe and fun.

On another note, SLAM is sidelined again due to ANOTHER injury. This is what happens when you over train. It just takes a toll on your poor body. Now I have trochnateris bursitus of the hip which is going to require some cortisone injections in my hip. Uhhgg!! Hope to be back on skates soon but for now I'm down for chillin' with my Slamito.

So for now I will leave you with love to NHRD:
Chicana Bruzya (Where the hell did you go?)
Hazel (You so remind me of Molly Ringwald)
Empress (I'm so happy we got to talk)
Pammy D (the dancing queen)
Dee Stortion (hope you injuries heal soon)
Kelli Krusher (I friggin' love you)
Tank'D (What can I say, you the shiz)
Irate Pirate (Thanks for reading my blog. LOL!)
Bass Ass Mama (You're badass and I miss having you for a drill partner)
Rosie (you're my hero)
Bettie off Dead (hope your bum is feeling better soon)
May B. Knotty (Che rules and you're sweet)
Scarley Davidson (I know your league will miss you so much. Good luck!!)
Ruby Hooligan (Good luck on your ventures, keep us posted)
Twiggy too (shit, thanks for the pics baby)
Antics (missed you)
Shit, there are so many of you fabulous ladies, if I forgot anyone I am so sorry. You all rock!!

XOXO,
SLAM

BOSTON SCRIMMAGE PICS AND MORE.....

As promised, here are a few pics from the Boston scrimmage. Nothing too exciting so don't get all crazy. I am the cute one. HAHA. No, really. So I went to see the Sports Doctor guy and he says I have Traumatic Patello Femoral Syndrome, otherwise known as Runner's Knee. He said that as long as I keep falling on it, it is not going to go away. Oh my. So I met with a trainer today and we are going to work on strengthening my quads and hamstrings so that I can have better knee support. He's going to kick my ass and I'm going to love every minute of it damnit!! I went to the try-outs and although I was sad I was proud of my girls for giving it thier all. There is an official B Team now and the first bout is June 7th. They will be playing the Providence Killah Bees. In all honesty, I think this is all for the best. I still feel I need more scrimmaging time so I can kick ass with confidence. Some girls just start playing bouts after 4 months of training but I am not about that. I want to be on my game and not look like an idiot. Hopefully when I do get teamed I get more than 2 seconds of play time. I am hoping my trainer can help me with those big bursts of energy needed to get around the bitches in my way or catch back up to the pack with the quickness. I am totally stepping up my training and I am pretty excited about it. As always I will keep you guys updated. Your determined little engine. SLAM.

HELLO BLOGGER BUDDIES

Oh my goodness. I am a bad little blogger. I am so sorry that I have kept you all breathlessly anticipating my next post. Scrimmaging is kicking my ass. We had our first srimmage against Boston this past weekend. Those are some tough chicks! They are so sweet off the track and the minute the whistle blows the sweetness is replaced by hard hits and me on my ass!! It was a good learning experience for me, for sure. I got so use to scrimmaging my own league that I was caught off gaurd by something new. When I scrimmage my own team I know exactly what to expect. I know everyones weaknesses and strengths. I know exactly what I need to do, although I may not always be able to execute it. We are now practicing and bouting at the Portland Expo. The floors at the Expo are hella slippery. I think I am going to have to get grippier wheels. I promise to keep you all updated and I will try to write more.

PEACE YA'LL

P.S. If I find some pics from the Boston Scrimmage I will post them.