Recap of Tales from the Whipped.

The Columbia Quad Squad would like to thank everyone for coming out to our October 25th bout, Tales from the Whipped! Columbia QuadSquad v. Carolina Bootleggers. We had a great time and are glad to have your support in our journey to becoming a nationally ranked, women’s flat track, roller derby league!

We had a fast paced, hard hittin' bout which really put our ability to the test. Thanks to our great coaches and the cheers from loyal fans like you, we were able to defeat the Bootleggers 89 to 44! Mel Anoma and Crystal Cut led the charge, blowing through the pack and putting the big numbers on the board! Our captain, Holly Hunter broke down the Bootleggers defense by controlling the pack and setting the pace for our Jammers. We would like to say a special thank you to Claudraphobia for her contributions to our team! This was her last bout as she will be stepping behind the scenes to assist in grooming our new members and push our league to the next level. Along with Debya Gore 2000, she is passing her knowledge and love for the sport on to our "B" team. They will be solely dedicated to bringing you more derby action!

Our Angels and Devils expo contained mixed teams from across the Southeast and delivered the type of fun only derby can. We would like the thank the Atlanta Rollergirls, Sweet Union, the Regulators, Savanah and URGE for joining our beloved CQS girls to put on a pre bout show! The Halloween theme was especially fun! The Devils were able to edge out the Angels, giving our fans the excuse to be a little bad in the following weeks!

The Columbia QuadSquad would like to officially thank the Sexual Trauma Services of

the Midlands for joining us during the bout. Along side their awesome masked heroes and through the generocity of our fans, we raised over $1000! The CQS ladies strive to promote awareness in our comunitty for issues that affect Columbia's women and children. STSM’s mission is to provide services to sexual trauma survivors and education about sexual trauma issues. http://www.stsm.org/ In voting for your favorite derby girl, you helped raise money for programs and counseling that change the lives of many neglected and abused individuals and families in the Midlands and surrounding counties. We will be awarding "The Cape" to the derby girl you selected as your favorite during the next bout November 21. You will have to be in attendance to witness the winner of this coveted award!

You are cordially invited to our last bout of the season, November 21^st. In the Cornucopia of Pain we will be taking on Augusta's Soul City Sirens. As always, doors open at 5:30 whistle blows at 6:30. Tickets are available online at http://www.brownpapertickets.com/event/87352 , at The Whig across from the Capital, 2G’s Clothing in 5 Points, and as always from your favorite rollergirls! Tickets are $10 in advanced and $12 at the door. Kids 10 and under are still free. Visit us on Facebook to RSVP at http://www.facebook.com/home.php?#/event.php?eid=169087338465&ref=ts See you on the 21^st!

SC State Championship!

We're getting ready to host South Carolina's first roller derby championship- Capital Punishment on April 26! We'll be playing the Richland County Regulators and the Low Country High Rollers (Charleston, SC) in a double round robin format. That's SIX 30-minute bouts!

There are some changes in this bout. It'll be a long day so doors open at 3:30 and it'll probably go on until 9pm so come when you can! We're charging $12 in advance and at the door to help pay for the extra police, EMT's and other people that help make our bout possible.

Click on the Z-link for more info and to order tickets. You can also buy tickets at 2G's, The Whig, our webiste and from your favorite rollergirl.

Who’s your Daddy?

This blog was originally posted Sunday, June 15, 2008 by Bluegrass Crash



The long awaited showdown between the Columbia QuadSquad Rollergirls and the Richland County Regulators took place on Father’s Day at the aptly dubbed, “Who’s Your Daddy?” roller derby bout. Both local teams were welcomed to a full house of screaming fans at Jamil Temple, the thunderous crowd spotted with Regulator gold and QuadSqaud red.
With the screech of first whistle, the competitive anticipation quickly turned to game time battering. QuadSquad superstar Holly Hunter tore through the pack to claim status of lead jammer, a feat repeated by the QuadSquad during the next five jams before Regulator jammer, Rabbit Punch, was able to bust through Columbia’s steady defensive wall to claim lead status for her team. The QuadSqaud held control of the track throughout the first period, taking lead jammer status in ten of 13 jams and scoring 55 points over the Regulators’ 15.
Between periods, QuadSquad pivot/blocker Claudraphobia said, “We are warmed up and not a single player is tired,” a smile spread across her sweaty face, “I’m gonna have one massive bruise on my ass, though!”
The second period began with Holly Hunter in the penalty box, where she was required to spend one second before taking to the track. However, according to WFTDA rules, she was still eligible for lead jammer status, as long as she entered the track behind the pack. Piece of cake! Not only did Holly Hunter obtain lead status, she knocked contending jammer, Star Stormer, to the ground and then proceeded to glide through the pack twice, scoring a total of nine points in the first jam alone. That was only the beginning of another successful period for the QuadSqaud, in which the team obtained lead jammer status in eight of 12 jams, and raised the score to 108-32.
During the period break, QuadSquad assistant coach, A Horse with No Name, noted, “We are playing well, but there is room for improvement. We have confidence and we are defending our house.” That strong defensive spirit carried the QuadSquad successfully through the last period, where the team racked-up lead jammer status in 10 of 12 jams and defeated the Regulators with a final score of 168-60.
“Who’s Your Daddy?” The ColumbiaQuad Squad, that’s who!

Other Highlights
• Injury List: QuadSquad rollergirls Debya Gore 2000, Bluegrass Crash, and The Debilitator were out, due to derby-related injuries.
• New Faces: Two bouting skaters made their bout debut . . . Columbia, say hello to Ruff Rolla and Krypta Knight!
• Jammer News: The QuadSquad jammed an impressive rotation of Holly Hunter, Lil’BitCrazy, and Mel Anoma. Rookie jammer, Hurricane Dean, scored her first lead jammer status . . . Congratulations!
• Penalty Queen: Power blocker Tara Nass racked up the most penalties during the bout, as her husband and two boys cheered on every thrown elbow. (What a “roll” model mom!) Honorable mentions include booty-blocking pro Shiv Tyler and speed demon Lil’BitCrazy.
• Mrs. Clean: Krypta Knight had the lowest number of penalties, while Hurricane Dean and Claudraphobia also played a (mostly) clean game.
• Best Quote: When asked about her proudest game moment, blocker BrassKnuckle Brandy exclaimed, “When I knocked my best friend [Betty Burnout] the f*** out!” Ahhhh . . . nothin’ like Derby Love!