These Vintage Photos Prove That Roller Derby Has Always Been Cool

No More “Phony”

Even though the players wanted to skate “phony” with exaggerated hits and falls, Seltzer denied them, claiming that the public would soon grow bored of the fake drama. He then made it his mission to legitimize Roller Derby, encouraging the formation of junior leagues for kids and getting skaters to agree to a “no railing” rule.

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