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Officiating applications for MRDA Playoffs and Championships are open

Posted on March 26, 2019 - 11:00 am by

 

Officiating applications are now open for the European and North America MRDA 2019 Playoffs, and the MRDA Championships 2019.

MRDA Playoffs are an exciting two day, one track events that will host the top 8 ranked MRDA teams from the regions and will be hosted by Granite City Brawlers and Mohawk Valley Roller Derby. MRDA Championships will be a three day, one track event featuring the top 12 MRDA teams and is hosted by Denver Ground Control.

Applications

Applications for European playoffs (Aberdeen, Scotland, UK)
http://bit.ly/MRDAEuroPlayoffs2019

Applications for North America playoffs (Rome, NY, USA)

http://bit.ly/MRDANAPlayoffs2019

Applications for MRDA Championships (Denver, CO, USA)

http://bit.ly/MRDAChamps2019

Application deadlines

April 29th, 2019; midnight EST

  • Tournament Head Referee
  • Tournament Head NSO
  • Tournament Apprentice

May 13th, 2019; midnight EST

  • Crew Head Referee
  • Crew Head NSO

May 20th, 2019; midnight EST

  • All other officiating applications

 

Further information regarding the event and applicant expectations is within the applications.

 

MRDA Update – Southern Discomfort Investigation

Posted on February 21, 2019 - 5:35 am by

 

In our original statement, posted 19th January 2019, the MRDA BoD noted that an investigation into complaints made against Savage Hun was ongoing. With that investigation now complete, the Board would like to update our community of the outcome.

The MRDA Board has discussed with the Grievance Head and will be upholding a 3 game suspension and a year of probation based on the COC violations from the 2 victim statements. Further, the BoD would like to make it very clear that it is not up to anyone but the victim decide the impact, for which the intent has no bearing. Much like in our sport, very special circumstances must arise before a referee considers the intent of a penalty. It’s the impact that is an issue. Savage Hun and the SDRD Board have been advised of this outcome.

To reiterate from our original post on this matter, MRDA is not a home for those who think it’s ok to assault and harass their league mates, their competitors or anyone present at events hosted by the Association itself, by our member leagues or where MRDA members are present. Where possible, the Board will be proactive in disciplining members who have breached the Code of Conduct and policies we ALL agreed to upon joining the MRDA.

We take complaints seriously. Individual members or member leagues can bring a complaint to Grievance or the Board at any time. You will be heard.

 

2019 BoD Announcements

Posted on January 30, 2019 - 11:00 am by

It is with much excitement that the MRDA confirms it’s Board of Directors for 2019. All Board Members commenced in their new positions on 15th January and are currently supported by the previous board members during a month long handover period.
Thanks to departing board members Sin Diesel, Goldie Gloves, Ninja Sass’em, Wombo Combo & Cary Stark for your tireless efforts to support and grow our Association. We are all very grateful for your labour.

President – D. Baggins

“Hello everyone I’m excited to have been elected the MRDA President for 2019. I’m starting my 4th year as a MRDA skater and so happy I decided to try a sport at 33. Its been a fun ride I can’t wait to see where this year takes me. I would like to take this opportunity to thank my dear friend Sin Diesel I couldn’t have made it where I am today without you thank you for believing in me years ago.”

Vice-President – Gazooka

Credit – NSP 189

“Been with Manchester Roller Derby pretty much since it started, playing on New Wheeled Order, bench coaching the CheckerBroads and helping out the league where I can! Enjoy the Craic coaching Ireland Men’s, am a semi-qualified snowboard instructor, occasional gig goer and have a lovely ginger cat!”

Secretary – Donald Jones

“League Affiliation: Harm City Havoc.  Roller Derby Skater & volunteer, full time network guy, part time instructor, and LEGO master builder. Have been known to show up random places. Now MRDA Secretary as I was told there would be cake. I have yet to see the cake, has anyone seen said cake?”

Treasurer – Girl Fawkes

St Louis Gatekeepers’ own Girl Fawkes continues on the board in 2019 as Treasurer and unofficial MRDA archivist/Oracle. When not sipping on whiskey & gingers you’ll find her eating sushi, baking, and running rampant through St Louis with her bicycle gang.

Dir. Member Relations – Julia Sleazer

“I started derby in 2010 as an official and officiated & skated before I began announcing in 2013. I originally came in as an official after I smashed my wrist into tiny pieces at rugby, and thought it would be a bit safer. My professional background includes Cat Maintenance and Esoteric Knowledge. In that, I am an award winning cat petter at 2 international competitions and am good to have on your trivia team. I currently am pursuing a degree in AI, because I’m trying to move the current timeline more towards Bladerunner and less towards 1984.”

Dir. Officiating – Denominator

Credit – Stéphane Faraut Photographe

“Hello world. I’m Denominator and I have been officiating for 6 years and currently based at Varsity Derby League in Canberra, Australia. My highlights include being a part of the biggest tournament in the world (The Great Southern Slam) and officiating the World Cups in 2018.
My favourite songs include “Brown Cow Stunning” by Monique, and “Making Love Out Of Nothing At All” by Air Supply. I’ll watch almost any movie so long as it’s not scary. I’m Scottish so I’ll eat anything deep fried and served with haggis.”

Dir. Public Relations – Commando Roll

Credit – Tiff Stidwill

“Hi folx, I’m Commando Roll from Sydney City SMASH and my pronouns are They/Them. Here in Sydney you can find me skating with SMASH, coaching with Sydney Roller Derby League and announcing at any game where people are dumb enough to hand a microphone to me.
When I’m not skating I’m usually inhaling coffee, wine and other delicious things. Real talk – if you own a cat I have 100% trawled through your social media to look at your cat more.”

Dir. Sanctioning & Games – Skabarella

Credit – NSP189

“I’m Skabarella, Ska for short. I’m currently the head referee for Manchester Roller derby and have been involved in the sport since 2011. This year I’m taking up a support role for our MRDA team whilst continuing to officiate and help spread MRDA to new leagues.
I’ve always been a keen advocate of MRDA and am excited to get started in my new role.
I also like cats.”

 

MRDA Statement – Southern Discomfort investigation

Posted on January 19, 2019 - 5:45 am by

 

This week, Southern Discomfort (SDRD) made a statement detailing the results of an investigation into breaches of their Sexual Harassment Policy, league Code of Conduct and MRDA’s Code of Conduct.

The MRDA Board, in conjunction with the Grievance Committee, takes accusations of sexual assault and harassment, in fact any breach of policy or Code of Conduct, seriously. In this matter, SDRD sought our guidance from the beginning. Investigating any incident is complex and difficult, and MRDA has mechanisms in place to help our member leagues navigate these situations should they arise.

The MRDA Board has reviewed the actions taken by SDRD in this matter. We believe it is important for the MRDA to consider the safety of our whole community, and as such we advise the following measures have been taken –

Horndog is banned from the MRDA for 2 years.

Rolling Thunder is banned from the MRDA for 2 years.

Sutton Impact is banned from the MRDA for 2 years.

Should Horndog, Rolling Thunder or Sutton Impact wish to return at the end of that 2 years, they will need to petition the MRDA Board, providing documentation that demonstrates further efforts have been made to re-educate themselves and make amends for their behaviour. If the Board of the day decides to allow them to return, 2 years probation will apply.

Igor Maniac is suspended from officiating MRDA events pending outcome of a WFTDA investigation.

Savage Hun is suspended from the MRDA pending outcome of the SDRD investigation.

Ballistic Whistle will be on probation for 1 year from the point of reinstatement to any MRDA league.

MRDA is not a home for those who think it’s ok to assault and harass their league mates, their competitors or anyone present at events hosted by the Association itself, by our member leagues or where MRDA members are present. Where possible, the Board will be proactive in disciplining members who have breached the Code of Conduct and policies we ALL agreed to upon joining the MRDA.

We take complaints seriously. Individual members or member leagues can bring a complaint to Grievance or the Board at any time. You will be heard.

 

MRDA Winter Rankings 2018

Posted on December 30, 2018 - 11:00 am by

 

MRDA is proud to announce Winter Rankings for 2018. These rankings include games played at MRDA Champs in Portland USA, Silver City Cup in Aberdeen Scotland and AMRD Nationals in Perth, Australia among other events.

1 St. Louis Gatekeepers
2 Bridgetown Roller Derby
3 Vancouver Murder
4 Southern discomfort
5 Manchester Roller Derby
6 Texas Men’s Roller Derby
7 Magic City Misfits
8 Tyne and Fear Roller Derby
9 Lincolnshire Rolling Thunder
10 Denver Ground Control
11 Philadelphia Hooligans
12 Mohawk Valley Roller Derby
13 Austin Anarchy
14 Drive-By City Rollers
15 Puget Sound Outcast Derby
16 San Diego Aftershocks
17 Race City Rebels
18 Toronto Men’s Roller Derby
19 Mass Maelstrom
20 Minnesota Men’s Roller Derby
21 Manneken Beasts
22 Your Mom Men’s Derby
23 Victoria Men’s Roller Derby
24 Oklahoma Men’s Roller Derby
25 Brisbane City Rollers
26 Lane County Concussion
27 Chicago Bruise Brothers
28 Carolina Wreckingballs
29 Barrow Infernos
30 West Swedish Roller Derby
31 Wisconsin Men’s Roller Derby
32 Chinook City Roller Derby
33 Dakota Men’s Roller Derby
34 Casco Bay Roller Derby
35 Pittsburgh Blue Streaks
36 Houston Men’s Roller Derby
37 Atlanta Men’s Roller Derby
38 Collision Men’s Derby
39 Wheels of Mayhem
40 South Wales Silures
41 Granite City Brawlers
42 Derby Club le Crès Lattes Montpellier
43 Crash Test Brummies
44 Cleveland Men’s Roller Derby
45 Nottingham Roller Derby
46 Flour City Fear Men’s Roller Derby
47 Harm City Men’s Derby
48 Detroit Men’s Roller Derby
49 Varsity Derby League
50 Capital City Hooligans
51 Sydney City SMASH

Leagues currently ineligible for rankings

Capital City Derby Doods
Cincinnati Battering Rams
Glasgow Men’s Roller Derby
Men’s Roller Derby Japan
Montreal Men’s Roller Derby
New York Shock Exchange
Panam Squad
Pioneer Valley Roller Derby
Roller Derby Toulouse
Sioux City Korn Stalkers
Tampere Rollin’ Bros
The Inhuman League
Thunderquads Roller Derby Masculino
Wirral Roller Derby

Leagues on hiatus

Capital District Trauma Authority
East Anglo Smacksons
New Orleans Brass Roller Derby
Tampa Bay Men’s Roller Derby
The Skaters Grim
Vermont Men’s Roller Derby

MRDA Welcomes new member league – North Wales Roller Derby

Posted on December 23, 2018 - 11:00 am by

 

MRDA is excited to announce our newest member league – North Wales Roller Derby .

Formally coming together as a league in 2017, NWRD is a mixed gender league that has competed in both Men’s and Women’s divisions of the British Championships Tournament. NWRD Men’s also sent 9 skaters to the last MRDWC in Barcelona as part of Welsh Men’s team.

NWRD Men’s team will compete again in Tier 2 of the British Championship in 2019 and are looking forward to the challenge of playing against higher ranked teams

Llongyfarchiadau to North Wales Roller Derby and welcome to the MRDA.

 

MRDA Announces Playoffs and Champs for 2019

Posted on November 5, 2018 - 11:00 am by

 

2019 Playoffs & Champs

MRDA are pleased to announce the locations and hosts of our 2019 season!

First up, are our European Qualifies (MEQ Playoffs) which will be hosted by the Granite City Brawlers in Aberdeen, Scotland on 3-4 August 2019

Then North American Qualifiers (NAQ Playoffs) which will be hosted by Mohawk Valley Roller Derby in Rome, New York, USA on 17-18 August 2019

We are excited to announce that 2019 MRDA Champs will be hosted by Denver Ground Control, in Lakewood, Colorado on 11-13 October 2019. Further details to be announced, so mark your calendars, pack your jacket and get that high-altitude training in.

2020 Champs

Given the high representation of UK and European teams at this year’s MRDA Champs, we are proud to announce our intention to hold the 2020 MRDA Champs in Europe. Due to the likelihood of the continued International representation at the elite level we aim to hold MRDA Champs outside North America at least every three years moving forward.

MRDA Welcomes new member league – Bototos Bandidos – Viña del Mar, Chile

Posted on October 24, 2018 - 11:00 am by

 

MRDA is excited to announce further expansion into South America with Bototos Bandidos, from Viña del Mar in Chile joining the Association. Bototos Bandidos have been working hard towards joining the MRDA, playing many games with their 14 skater squad, including current MRDA Member League the Puget Sound Outcasts.

Welcome to the MRDA Bototos Bandidos! Felicidades!


							

			
		

	








	

		

			

				Changes to MRDA Board of Directors & IT Leadership
			

							

					Posted on October 12, 2018 - 6:35 pm  by  				

					

		

			

				
 


The Men’s Roller Derby Association is proud to announce the following changes to our Executive Board of Directors, who are responsible for overseeing the MRDA as the international governing body for men’s roller derby.


President


Jimmy Rage has stepped down as president. Sin Diesel is acting in a caretaker capacity in this role for the short term.


Vice President


D Baggins has stepped into the Vice President role, vacated by Sin Diesel.


“I am excited to take on the role as Vice President and it is something I have worked very hard towards. For the past two and a half years I have been the Committee Head of Insurance within the MRDA. During that time I have worked with the prior and current administration on various issues within our organization. I have always taken every opportunity I have been given, to take the ball and run with it and I will bring the same passion and dedication to the Vice President position that I have exemplified during the past 3 years. I would also like to strengthen our relationship with both the WFTDA and JRDA organizations, having already established a working relationship with them over the course of my time in derby. In my own league I have contributed as an NSO, a skater, and have served on my team’s Board of Directors as well as multiple committees. I believe this helps me bring a broad range of information and knowledge to the position of Vice President. I am extremely grateful for the opportunity to help grow this organization”


Director of Public Relations


Commando Roll is the new Director of Public Relations after Lumberjerk stepped down.


“Hi folks! I am Commando Roll from Sydney City SMASH in Australia. We were Australia’s first MRDA league so it is only fitting that the first board member from our part of the world is a member of SMASH. I have a background in Communications and Content Marketing and am excited about being able to bring my experience to the MRDA Board. I am very passionate about the growth of the MRDA, and working to continuously improve our sport and our association.”


 


In other movements within the MRDA structure, there has also been a change to our IT Leadership


 


Information Technology Director


Mooose was an important part of the development of MRDA Central and has stepped down from this key role. Now leading our Information Technology team is Dev Null.


“I’m Dev Null from Calgary Canada and I am one of the founders of Chinook City Roller Derby and currently play with the Glenmore Reservoir Dogs.  I’ve been in IT for 24 years doing everything from consultation to management.  I want to create an IT team for the MRDA who can build and implement the best possible system we can. If you are a full stack developer or a sysadmin please fill out the job form and we will find a place for you! I also hope to bring a measured approach to keeping the website changes coming while being open to feedback and new ideas.”


The MRDA would like to thank Jimmy Rage, Lumberjerk and Mooose for their tireless efforts on behalf of the MRDA members and wish them well for the future.

							

			
		

	



	

            

                
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