Bloomington, IN—December 23rd— The Women’s Flat Track Derby Association (WFTDA) is proud to announce today that the Bleeding Heartland Rollergirls have been accepted as a member of the WFTDA, the national governing body for women’s amateur flat track roller derby in the U.S.



As a new member of the WFTDA, the Bleeding Heartland Rollergirls join the ranks of over 30 all-female, skater owned and operated leagues nationwide that have united to lead the growing sport of women’s flat track roller derby. WFTDA member leagues engage in sanctioned interleague play, including regional and national tournaments. Bleeding Heartland Rollergirls will be a Division III member in the east region.



About the WFTDA


Founded in 2004, the WFTDA promotes and fosters the sport of women’s flat track derby by facilitating the development of athletic ability, sportswomanship, and goodwill among member leagues. The governing philosophy is “by the skaters, for the skaters.” Women skaters are primary owners, managers, and operators of each member league and of the association. WFTDA’s operational tasks include setting standards for rules, seasons and safety, and determining guidelines for the national and international athletic competitions of member leagues. All member leagues have a voice in the decision-making process, and agree to comply with the governing body’s policies. For more information, visit www.wftda.com.



What’s next?


Be on the lookout for your Bleeding Heartland Roller Girl’s 2009 Season schedule and come out and support your hometown derby girls.



Established in August 2006, the Bleeding Heartland Roller Girls (BHRG) is south central Indiana’s premier flat track roller derby league. BHRG practices at the SportsPlex and Eagle’s Landing.



####