Lothian Roller Derby

We are a group of all gender roller derby skaters in the Lothian area of lovely Scotland, having awesome fun on 8 wheels!

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#EdinburghPride #TransRightsAreHumanRights #LGBTQRights

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It’s Pride month and although we are all apart, we are still celebrating! There is a place for everyone at Lothian Roller Derby and we are working all the time to make our league the friendliest and most open it can be to all.

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The rights that we campaign for everyone to have are continuously under threat, we need to stand together: https://t.co/MgwAKJMQbO https://t.co/NjqVOeSJea
And Lilith and Abi’s book: https://t.co/yaSJO6Ga9v

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These links are a good starting point on racism in our sport:

https://t.co/CJIj68fHi0
https://t.co/6NyotY8NxL
https://t.co/dZGlSaBO9u

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Racism is a systemic issue in the USA and in Scotland, and roller derby is no different. To remain silent is to be complicit in the ongoing oppression of and violence towards People of Colour (POC)...

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As a league we are working together to learn more about how to be actively anti-racist and planning how we can be truly inclusive, and supportive of POC in our communities.

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Learning about non-skating official roles tonight! Always good to remind ourselves and a good way to introduce some of the rules to our newer members too!

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Tonight's derby is also served with a side of craft projects and pet pictures! It's lovely to catch up with everyone!

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Rewatching a world cup game with the team, good derby and good learning, and spotting some skating and officiating buddies but maybe most importantly introducing some of the new ones to @_fearleaders - we love them! #DerbyTwitter

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This is Maisie, a beautiful 8 month old corgi, who enjoys walks, being carried up stairs and puppy training. And occasionally visiting us after training and at the pub! #EuroLeash #DerbyTwitter

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As we get ready for our game against @faircityrollers in April the coaches are stepping their game up, and the skaters are loving it!

[The Apex @thederbyapex]

Try and match the effort of your Coaches.

If they make an agenda for you, be sure to read it.

If they film practice and post footage, be sure to watch it.

If they post notes, read and ask questions.

Don't take effort for granted.

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That's pads clunking about in there. Now I have washed my self and my pads, the day is officially over. Travelled a fair few miles, ate many snacks, called the pack a lot, managed to avoid a headache. Did the ref thing and loved it! #TeamZebra #DayInTheLife

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Looking all official and #refresenting - all trying something different today! Grangemouth sports centre also has derby trak lines - it is amazing!

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The only thing that matters after roller derby - the food. Pizza is the food of officials, not sure if skaters have an other preference! #DerbyTwitter #GetInMyBelly #TimeForBed

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I am happier than I look at being at the power of Scotland training this morning! Lot a of old friends? Going to be a great morning!