Zelri V.D Schyff – Rolling into the Roller Derby World Cup

The countdown is on! This July, 38 teams from around the globe will lace up their skates and head to Austria for the highly anticipated Roller Derby World Cup. With a history spanning over 90 years, roller derby has made its way around the world and is a sport that empowers women and breaks down patriarchal barriers. Joining me on the podcast this week, is Zelri van der Schyff, who will be representing Team South Africa along with her team mates at the world cup. Zelri is also a coach and part of the management for the Cape Town Roller Girls.

We dive into what it takes to get to the roller derby World Cup, the top teams to watch, and the incredible journey of the South African team. Zelri breaks down how roller derby actually works (yes, we answer the “is there a ball?” question), what the penalty box is really like, and why this full-contact sport is making waves for body positivity and inclusivity — no matter your age. Zelri also shares with us some of the misconceptions and remarks made about roller derby, that are belittling to the power of the game. Is there a ball involved in roller derby? How long does the game last? And am I too old to play? We answer these questions and more on this episode. 

Whether you’re a die-hard derby fan or a curious newcomer, this episode brings the hype, the heart, and the hard hits. Let’s roll!

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