2010 Eastern Regionals Preview
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2 seed Philly won the tournament last year in a 90-89 final over Gotham. Photo (from this year's Wild West Showdown event): Axle Adams. -
Bottom seed DC faces Carolina on Day 1. They defeated Naptown in a close June game at East Coast Extravaganza. Photo: Marc Lebryk. -
Top-seeded Gotham is 7-0 this year, including three dominating wins over tough Western Region competition at August's Hometown Throwdown event. Photo: Axle Adams. -
3 seed Boston and 4 seed Charm City played an instant classic in August, with Charm City ending up on top after 13 ties or lead changes, 152-136. Photo: Craig Lammes. -
2009 was the first year that 7 seed Carolina failed to advance to the WFTDA championship tournament; they'll try again but will have to defeat both DC and Philly to have a chance. Photo: A Boy Named Tsunami.
Quarterfinal: #2E Philly vs. #7E Carolina or #10E DC
8:00 PM, Friday, September 24
The final bout of Day 1 ends with Philly starting a quest for a repeat of the Eastern title they took from Gotham in 2009.
Like Gotham, Philly looks like a good bet to reach the final this year. Over the last two years, Philly has only one loss against an Eastern Region team other than Gotham -- that one coming in a August 2009 game against Charm City in which Philly sat most of their first-string players and lost 149-74. When Philly and Charm met again three weeks later at the 2009 regionals, Philly solidly beat them by a somewhat eerie final score of 149-74. This year, Philly has been playing mostly out-of-region, with their only sanctioned Eastern action coming against Boston (a 137-52 win for Philly) and Dutchland (a 172-38 win for Philly).
If Philly gets out of the quarterfinals as expected, they'll meet either Boston or Montreal in the semifinals. History suggests that Charm City would be Philly's most dangerous non-Gotham opponent in the tournament, but they're unlikely to meet this weekend unless Philly suffers an early upset or Charm manages to shock Gotham in the other semifinal.
Philly has a new weapon on the jam line for the 2010 tournament -- like Gotham, they picked up an A-list Rat City jammer transfer in Miss Fortune. Added to a crew that includes Shenita Stretcher, Mo Pain, Persephone, Elle Viento and Teflon Donna, the acquisition of Fortune gives Philly one of the deepest jammer lines in the sport today. And like Gotham, they have a very smart and strong blocker loadout that works exceptionally well together, with Heavy Flo, Ivana Rock and Olivia Face particularly hard-hitters.
06 Castro // 8 Mo Pain // 11 Ivana Rock // 15 Persephone // 22 Elle Viento // 29 Copper Top // 47 Eurothrash // 0049 Mercedes Bends // 60 Summer Assault // 67 Dara Licks // 77 Dotti Horror // 83 Sunshine Skate // 85 Teflon Donna // 91 Alessa Evil // 99 Miss Fortune // 305 Shenita Stretcher // 527 Heavy Flo // 668 Olivia Face // 933 Ginger Vitis // 1972 Gloria Grindem
Comments
I'm so excited...
i feel like jessie spano. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bflYjF90t7c
can easterns be more exciting than NCs? i don't know, but i can hope.
too funny
that was hilarious.
Yesss...
Best Saved by the Bell episode EVER.
chinese cheker
chinese cheker transfered from nashville to dc. she is a standout blocker who once used the pseudonym peking truck. that one fits her hitting style more closely.
A little less thong in the room
You forgot to mention Princess America, Justice. I don't see her on the Carolina roster. If she isn't playing, wouldn't this be the first WFTDA tournament she hasn't participated in? Regional or National? or even pre-WFTDA any sort of skating event? Am I mistaken? Am I nerd? Don't answer that.
It's true - Princess America
It's true - Princess America is not rostered for 2010 Eastern Regionals. I can't remember if she was at the 2006 Dust Devil, but I'm guessing she was. She did play in every WFTDA tournament from 2007 Easterns through 2009 Easterns, when Carolina failed to advance to the championship tournament.
NOOO!!!!!
:(
She absolutely was
Princess America absolutely was at the 2006 Dust Devil (the first WFTDA Championship Tournament, and first modern roller derby tournament of any kind, held in Tucson in February of that year). I'm pretty sure she skated out with a giant US flag. It was a very, very derby moment.
Carolina finished 8th that year, and made a lasting impression with their big accents, big smiles, and big skating despite generally small stature -- what they lacked in physical size they made up in heart.
It is just about impossible to imagine a WFTDA tournament season without Princess America. We'll miss you!
No one's thinging a thong
Yes, PA is taking a sabbatical...
and Eva Lye will be participating in this regionals...her first since 2007, too...I think.
Gotham v Philly
I know there's a lot of derby to be played between now and Sunday, but I'm already thinking about the potential and inevitible Gotham/Philly (read: unstoppable force/immovable object) final. I honestly think they are the two best derby teams in the country. Flat track derby is at its best when they go at it.
Carolina's not lacking...
Even though we'll all miss Princess' giant smile on the track, CRG is not lacking in the talent department going into easterns. With the return of vet skaters Celia Fate and Eva Lye and having a solid core of vet skaters that have competed on the highest level with undeniable rookie talent (omg can't wait to see Thrashley on the track again) I'm really excited to see them wow us this weekend. I'm not expecting to see a #7 to #2 jump like in NCs, but then again, was anyone expecting that?!
... having another Jessie Spano moment ...
truth be told...
Celia Fate's a rookie. This is her first season with Carolina's All-stars. She was kinda preoccupied having surgeries during her league's first 4 years & was injured before her league's first home game. When the announcers say she's "a vet", they're referring to how she's beat everyone of those big talkers in a carbomb, kegstand or danceoff contest. She also has a fabulous cape.
I'm Celia Fate and I wholeheartedly misrepresent this message.
The Representative From Carolina Has The Floor
Celia Fate's a rookie. This is her first season with Carolina's All-stars. She was kinda preoccupied having surgeries during her league's first 4 years & was injured before her league's first home game. When the announcers say she's "a vet", they're referring to how she's beat everyone of those big talkers in a carbomb, kegstand or danceoff contest. She also has a fabulous cape.
I'm Celia Fate and I wholeheartedly misrepresent this message.
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Apple Smacks
Sort of a similar story compared to NSRG's Apple Smacks. I think she's had four rookie seasons now.
Might as well throw my predictions out there...
Providence vs Dutchland = Toss-up. Why? Even though Dutchland just beat Providence on 9/11 this gave Providence a chance to see what & how Dutchland was playing right now. Give any team that close in the rankings an up-close look and a few weeks practice and we might see a different result. Or not. Honestly, I haven't seen enough of either team to go on a limb here.
Carolina vs DC = Carolina win. Although DC looked good in a win over Charm City's Speed Regime that was a win over a home team and not anything you can really bank on. Other than that Dc's season hasn't exactly been stellar. Carolina has beaten 3 teams in the tournament (DC is one of them) & looked good in thier loss to Atlanta.
Charm City vs Steel City = Charm win. Yes, Charm has more losing games than most people would have liked this season, those were "quality losses" (if there is such a thing) to top 10 teams. A few were even blow-outs however I think Charm has gotten thier footing back after wins over Texas, Boston & non-WFTDA San Diego. Steel City's record has gotten fat on lower ranked squads, so unless Steel decides to prove me wrong I see Charm winning.
Boston vs Montreal = Boston win. I am just picking Boston because I have seen them play more and wouldn't we rather have Montreal providing the halftime entertainment at the Championships rather than being in them (although I will give New Skids a tip of the hat for beating Tampa).
Gotham vs winner of Dutchland/Providence = Gotham win. Unless the whole Gotham team comes down with food poisoning AND Suzy Hotrod & Bonnie Thunders are in an elevator accident this should be an easy win for Gotham. Sorry Dutch or Prov... you can still play for 5th place though.
Philly vs DC/Carolina winner = Philly win. Basically just a tune-out game for Philly (much like Gotham's first bout) I don't see this going any other way except for Philly winning. Maybe a pro underdog alien invasion might change things but I doubt it. Libery Belles over the aliens by 30.
Gotham vs Charm/Steel City winner = Gotham wins. Ok, since I already picked Charm to win over Steel City I am going to assume (I know, I know) that they will be playing & losing to Gotham. Not that I don't think Charm has a chance but it's pretty slim so I see Gotham going to the Regional Championships and Charm bouting for the 3rd place spot.
Philly vs Boston/Montreal winner = Philly win...but they are going to have to work for it. Going with the premise Boston beats Montreal, I see them giving Philly a good bout here. I won't say it will go down to the last jam but I think Boston is going to put up more of a fight than you would think. Still, Philly will go on to play Gotham on Sunday and Boston is going to face Charm for the 3rd entry into the Championships.
Boston vs Charm = Charm wins. This is a really hard one to pick. Both have losing records on the season (remember those "quality loses") and Charm did recently defeat Boston. I think this is going to be a back and forth bout and really come down to the last 2 jams (maybe the last 2 seconds). However, I think Charm will still pull it out but I wouldn't be upset to hear "I'm Shipping Up To Boston" playing after this one is over.
Gotham vs Philly = Gotham wins. This is the one everyone all weekend has been waiting for. So unless some huge upset happens earlier I can't help be see these two meeting for 1st place in the East Region. Now, while I think this will be a great bout I don't see Philly taking out the Gotham juggernaut short of a key injury or two happening to the Gotham side. Even then I think Gotham has enough weapons to pull out a win. No matter what happens we will still be seeing both of these teams at Uproar on the Lake Shore in November.
OK, that's it. I am not going to do the losers brackets because while there will be some great bouts on that side, you are out the running and playing for respect. So unless respect comes with airfare and a weekend pass we won't be seeing any of these teams in Chicago. Except if they have a bunch of great dance numbers and provide more giggles than a box of puppies. I didn't use Flat Track Stats, Derbymatic, DNN's list of scores from old games or that homeless guy in New Orleans that uses tarot cards to tell your fortune. I just relied on my gut feelings and having watched more derby than the FDA recommended yearly allowance. I think we all are in for a great weekend of tournament play flavored with some Derby Doll & MDC action.
/Go Magic City Misfits!!!!
//Don't forget Texas & Windy City are also playing this weekend. That should be good!
buuuuuut
Gotham vs Philly = Gotham wins. This is the one everyone all weekend has been waiting for. So unless some huge upset happens earlier I can't help be see these two meeting for 1st place in the East Region. Now, while I think this will be a great bout I don't see Philly taking out the Gotham juggernaut short of a key injury or two happening to the Gotham side. Even then I think Gotham has enough weapons to pull out a win. No matter what happens we will still be seeing both of these teams at Uproar on the Lake Shore in November.
Even though Philly won last year and I don't remember (though absolutely could be wrong) an injury taking out any of the Gotham roster?
Just saying! Either way, if this is the end game, I expect it to be every bit as exciting and 'holy eff I'm about to explode from the suspense' as last year!
Dutchland is so ready! Start
Dutchland is so ready! Start watching us!
I would have but
ECDX seemed to be having troubles with the video (and Battle on the Bank was at the same time and their video was butter smooth). Same with any bout broadcast from Montreal: slow, choppy, painful to watch. Basically like trying to watch streaming video on an ISDN connection. Other than that I wasn't aware of any other bouts Dutchland had that might have been available on the internet.
Good luck!
Good luck Dutchland! I wish I could be there to see that bout.
And good luck Charm City. I'd really love to see you all make it to nationals.
SKIDS!
Boston vs Montreal = Boston win. I am just picking Boston because I have seen them play more and wouldn't we rather have Montreal providing the halftime entertainment at the Championships rather than being in them (although I will give New Skids a tip of the hat for beating Tampa).
While that halftime show was superawesomesauce. I'd much rather be in Chicago screaming my fool head off for my fellow Canucks as they compete as the FIRST EVAR Canadian team participating in the WFTDA Championships. One thing Montreal has shown us is that they keep coming out stronger and stronger.
And if they don't make it to Chicago there sure as hell better be another Skids halftime show.
GO SKIDS! http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wdxY4HiZDao&feature=player_embedded
Underestimated
Boston vs Montreal = Boston win. I am just picking Boston because I have seen them play more and wouldn't we rather have Montreal providing the halftime entertainment at the Championships rather than being in them (although I will give New Skids a tip of the hat for beating Tampa).
I like when we are underestimated, it makes it even more fun when we win, especially surprisingly.
GO SKIDS GO!
Can't wait to call this bout on DNN
Boston vs Montreal = Boston win. I am just picking Boston because I have seen them play more and wouldn't we rather have Montreal providing the halftime entertainment at the Championships rather than being in them (although I will give New Skids a tip of the hat for beating Tampa).
I like when we are underestimated, it makes it even more fun when we win, especially surprisingly.
GO SKIDS GO!
If there is a chance of a major upset this weekend, this is the matchup.
Si vous n'aimez pas roller derby de Montréal .... Vous n'aimez pas la vie.
Mesdames Bonne chance
Like I said
it was based just on the fact I have seen Boston play more. Now if someone wants to bribe me with some Tim Horton's and one of Grapes's sport coats I might change this pick.
I think Beyonslay was out all
I think Beyonslay was out all of last year. ???
beyonslay out
True, it's hard to play derby while pregnant. She was out for the year. I, despite rumors, am not pregnant, and look forward to skating with PRG when I am healed, (hopefully Nov/Dec*keep your fingers crossed for me*). So, I'll be at this tournament cheering on my Belles, hoping they go all the way again. I miss this game so much it hurts, inside and out.
See you all this weekend!
Drugs, PRG for life (can't keep an old lady down for long)
In the immortal words of Towelie
"Oh man. I'm so excited* right now I don't know WHAT'S goin' on!"
*slight paraphrase
Kat Von D'stroya?
Where's she at? formerly of Detroit, currently of Steel City (I think), I don't see her on the roster.
Ohio Valley Roller Girls
She created a league :)
You can find them on Facebook so far.
Skids Skiddles and the rest of the Rainbow
You know, I've realised that maybe because we are such good entertainers off the track, I would understand people wanting us to stay off it because of their fear of facing off such sexy, fun, and kick-ass canadian derby players WHO CAN actually play some serious derby. The best of both worlds! Go Skiddles!
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wdxY4HiZDao
Robin Drugstores
You will be missed this tourney season. We will miss your anal fisting most of all. We love you panther.
nay nay
Robin Drugstores II
You will be missed this tourney season. We will miss your anal fisting most of all. We love you panther.
nay nay
Why you are all playing....I'm gonna keep her busy under the bleachers....( My time has come!!)
III
You will be missed this tourney season. We will miss your anal fisting most of all. We love you panther.
nay nay
Why you are all playing....I'm gonna keep her busy under the bleachers....( My time has come!!)
You might have to tangle with a few people for her.
IV
I rather suspect that's part of the appeal.
jesus cristo
What the hell's gonna happen to me this tourney? Gang bang under the bleachers? Should I be afraid?
nah
I've seen you skate. A trap the goat, even under the bleachers, isn't going to work on you. They should be afraid.
:P
Boston. Montreal. Fantastic. Amazing.
1. Boston is currently playing Montreal.
2. Montreal's team is named the New Skids On The Block, which is a pun on "New Kids On The Block," a Boston-based band.
3. Boston's team features a skater named "Maura Buse." "More Abuse" was a song off of the first album released by the Spaceshits, a Montreal band.
This is fantastic AND amazing. Believe it!
Five. (Three, sir.) Three.
4. There was a jammer matchup of Killary Clinton against Georgia W. Tush.
Actual 5
There was a matchup of Lil' Paine vs Lil Mama. If Boston plays Charm City later there is the possible matchup of Lil' Paine vs I.M. Pain
......DERDS!!!!
aaaaargh........DERDS (derby nerds, lol)
just don't be a Derk, LMAO.
;-)
....Careful G.No...
You rember what happened last time...you got called the most "Vocal" supporter of Oly; and I'm not a Derd...but if I were, you'd be my mentor~!
I am a Derd, who am I kidding....lol have you seen those stats?
You rember what happened last time...you got called the most "Vocal" supporter of Oly; and I'm not a Derd...but if I were, you'd be my mentor~!
I am a totally Derd.....and sometimes I can come off kinda derky, but all in all being the 6th man (fan) isn't that bad of a gig. lol
Go OLY!
srs question: who was that kid in the ironman costume?
I think this was Sunday. He tried playing along while I did my plyo jumping warm up and his dad (?) might have taken a photo. I want this photo! That kid was precious.
I blame the Tournament World haze
I know of the kid you're talking about, but for the life of me I can't connect the dots on why because the father figure (not his dad) wanted his picture taken really early in the morning that day and I was relatively hung over.
Somewhere in the archives of the weekend is a picture of the kid and the father figure. Once I find it and post it, that may lead to some answers.