These Vintage Photos Prove That Roller Derby Has Always Been Cool

Passing the Torch

By 1954, the Derby had established the San Francisco Bay Bombers, which became the most fabled team in the sport’s history. By 1958, Seltzer had grown tired of the struggles he faced with Derby behind the scenes as crowds dwindled once again. He handed the torch to his son, Jerry Seltzer, who stumbled upon success once again.

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