Derby Name: Professor Booty

Number: 00

Team(s): The Rolling Pin-Ups & The Burning River All-Stars

Position(s):  Lately for the Pin-Ups: Pivot & Jammer (gag) & for The All-Stars:  Outside blocker

How did you learn of the league? I think I just typed in Cleveland roller derby & BRRG popped up.  I sent an email & had to wait all damn summer to start!

What made you want to become a derby girl? Well it was becoming quite evident that I was too small for those brutes I was encountering in various rugby city leagues & I needed something fun to do.  I considered lacrosse and even soccer but I wasn’t very excited about either & I didn’t think they would be aggressive enough for me.  A friend of mine had tried derby in Minneapolis and it seemed like a good fit.  I checked out a couple of practices, watched an OHRG bout & the rest is history!

Were you a good skater before you joined the league? I hadn’t skated since I was a kid before joining the league so I’m going to say probably not.

Who do you miss the most that has left the league? Hands down Kill Basa.  Followed by Skellawhore and definitely not Pain!

Are you happy you switched to the Pin-Ups, was it hard to leave the Steamers? I am EXTREMELY happy that I switched to the Pin-Ups – as far as life decisions go, it has definitely been one of my best!  As far as leaving the Steamers goes – of course it was tough.  It wasn’t decided overnight but it came to the point where I either had to leave the team or quit derby.  And that’s all I’m going to say about that…

How did you decide on the name Professor Booty? I thought of a couple of names (like the dirty scientist & lab dancer) but Professor Booty seemed to get the most laughs & since I enjoy hamming it up from time to time, that one was the winner.

What are your thoughts about the difference from ’07 BRRG to ’09 BRRG? Oh man where do I even begin?  The level of play is so much more intense and skilled, bouts are way more challenging and fun and the league (as a whole) has so much more skating knowledge and ability.

Who is your favorite person to knock down? I don’t think I have just 1 favorite.  Okay well maybe I do but its a secret!  Or is it?

Last year you were MVP blocker, how does that feel? I had the double finger cross going at the banquet while I was waiting to hear who would win that award.  I was up against some pretty tough competition but when I heard my name I was so f-ing happy and honored and then I think my face got all red.  I worked really hard trying to become a better blocker and I definitely upped my off skates training so it was nice to know that my hard work paid off.  Even if it wouldn’t have been me, I still would have been satisfied getting some sort of recognition.  That award has given me even more motivation to keep up that extra work this season both on and off the track.

What is your fondest derby memory? My dad made a sign last season that said “Professor Booty is my daughter” and I can remember how happy that made me feel when I saw it for the first time.

How do you feel about the turn 2 boys? Absolute adoration – even though you always make me blush!

What do you feel is essential to propel roller derby as a sport? Continual on skates improvement, increased fitness and competitiveness, player retention & recruitment and increasing our fan base.

How do you like being on the team with the least amount of skaters again? Well considering the fact that I pretty much love my new team (especially after this last bout), I can honestly say that it doesn’t bother me one bit and I actually don’t even think about it.  Being down players has only made us grow and play together as a team (plus we have incredible endurance!).  Coming in as a new team member, I can honestly say that I was/am pleasantly surprised with the Pin-ups’ super positive attitudes and am impressed by the support available both on and off the track.

What were your thoughts when seeing yourself jamming on the sk8intheface header? I was flattered & embarrassed too!

How has your life changed since roller derby? I definitely crave meat way more than before!  Briefly – derby helped me to get my guts back, has made me more serious about my fitness & has introduced me to some wonderful people.  I can’t imagine not skating.

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