“She’s a bubbling-hot cauldron of doom, and she’s gonna blow!”
Number: 808
Season: 4
Boutfit trademark piece: A black bandanna with flames on it. It’s my lucky bandanna that also represents an aspect of the original Pele.
What does your name mean: Contrary to popular belief, my name is not based on a particular soccer star. Pele is the Hawaiian volcano goddess. I find it very appropriate for roller derby.
Favorite song to skate to: Cupid Shuffle! No, wait – that’s for the Afterparty. Then, it’s “I Like to Move it”. Can’t help but skate fast to that song.
Favorite part of roller derby: There’s so many! My league, the sport itself, and mostly the confidence it gives me and what it’s taught me about my capabilities.
Advice for those wanting to succeed in derby: Age is irrelevant. All it takes is desire and effort. I started at age 36, and I’m entering my fourth season getting ready to turn 40. To succeed, all you gotta do is be willing to try.
