Announcements – Rose City Rollers

Announcements – Rose City Rollers https://rosecityrollers.com Internationally recognized women's flat track roller derby league Sat, 04 Jan 2025 16:56:13 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.8.3 https://rosecityrollers.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/09/cropped-rcrpurple-32x32.png Announcements – Rose City Rollers https://rosecityrollers.com 32 32 We’re Hiring! Development Coordinator https://rosecityrollers.com/news/were-hiring-development-coordinator/ Fri, 03 Jan 2025 21:00:07 +0000 https://rosecityrollers.com/?post_type=rcr_news&p=6367 Join our team! Rose City Rollers is hiring a new Development Coordinator! Reports to: Development Manager Rose City Rollers is a growing entrepreneurial nonprofit with a mix of earned and philanthropic income. We love creative thinking, trying new things, and taking smart risks in all we do. The ideal candidate is excited to continuously learn and grow in this role We are looking for a…

]]> Rose City Rollers at the CareOregon Starlight Parade on June 1st! https://rosecityrollers.com/news/9910/ Fri, 17 May 2024 21:10:37 +0000 https://rosecityrollers.com/?post_type=rcr_news&p=9910 Come celebrate with the Rose City Rollers and experience the electrified, funky fun as we skate in the CareOregon Starlight Parade! One of the Rose Festival’s most popular events, the Starlight Parade offers a unique blend of traditional marching bands, flood-lit floats, glow-in-the-dark umbrellas, and creative hand-built entries. This event showcases the vibrant and diverse community groups from…

]]> Winter Clinic Series by Wheels of Justice https://rosecityrollers.com/news/winter-clinic-series-by-wheels-of-justice/ Wed, 18 Oct 2023 22:38:26 +0000 https://rosecityrollers.com/?post_type=rcr_news&p=7440 Freeze the day and sleigh your opponents with the Wheels of Just Ice at our Winter Skills Clinic Series! These clinics are designed for skaters who are already bouting or scrimmaging, and topics will not be repeated, so sign up for as many as you like! November 11th, 5-8 pm: Jamming Skills and Strategies (Adults 18+) with Loren Mutch and Zip November 18th, 11 am-2 pm: Defense Skills and…

]]> Get to know our Community Partners! https://rosecityrollers.com/news/communitypartners/ Mon, 07 Aug 2023 22:10:35 +0000 https://rosecityrollers.com/?post_type=rcr_news&p=6785 We’ve teamed up with some amazing local partners to provide free and low-cost skating opportunities for youth this summer! Read on to learn more ACPDX is a local nonprofit working to address inequities in youth wellness and academics by providing mentor-led after-school programming for underserved kids right here in the Portland Metro area. We’ve worked with them since fall 2021 and so far…

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]]> Coming Soon: Revolutionizing Coach Training with Our World-Class Program! https://rosecityrollers.com/news/coachingprogram/ Fri, 28 Jul 2023 18:18:46 +0000 https://rosecityrollers.com/?post_type=rcr_news&p=6740 According to the Trevor Project, 78% of trans and nonbinary youth were the subject of discrimination due to gender identity. Only 1 in 3 LGBTQ+ youth have played sports due to fears around how others would react to their identity, policies preventing them from playing on a team that matches their gender identity, or a lack of confidence in their coaches (only 4% of LGBTQ+ youth athletes reported…

]]> Step Up to the Mic: Be a Roller Derby Announcer! https://rosecityrollers.com/news/step-up-to-the-mic-be-a-roller-derby-announcer/ Wed, 26 Jul 2023 21:51:25 +0000 https://rosecityrollers.com/?post_type=rcr_news&p=6727 The Rose City Rollers are seeking enthusiastic announcers for the 50+ Roller Derby games we host each year. We have a team of three announcers for each game, fulfilling different roles. We are looking for people with: If you are interested in being an Announcer or would like more information, email volunteer@rosecityrollers.

]]> Rosebuds All-Star Skaters make it to Team USA! https://rosecityrollers.com/news/jrs-team-usa/ Wed, 29 Mar 2023 22:56:02 +0000 https://rosecityrollers.com/?post_type=rcr_news&p=5717 Our Rosebuds All Stars made history last year when they won their first National Championship. Now 6 of these skaters are training to head to France this July to compete at the World Cup! Making the JRDA World Cup is easily considered a pinnacle in this sport and these amazing athletes have proven that they’re some of the top skaters in the entire nation! Tryouts for Team USA took place last…

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]]> RCR + Welcome to PDX: What a Spin! The Real Estate Market Today https://rosecityrollers.com/news/5168/ Tue, 20 Dec 2022 18:42:13 +0000 https://www.rosecityrollers.com/?post_type=rcr_news&p=5168 Let’s talk real estate with #RCRSponsor and seasoned expert Deb Counts-Tabor of WelcomeToPDX! If you’ve been thinking about making a move or dreaming of owning your own home, it’s no secret that the process can seem pretty intimidating – especially in a fluctuating market. During this webinar Deb will cover some helpful tips on how to prepare, what’s happening with the market today…

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]]> Rose City Rollers 2022 Impact Report https://rosecityrollers.com/news/rose-city-rollers-2022-impact-report/ Fri, 21 Oct 2022 02:23:40 +0000 https://www.rosecityrollers.com/?post_type=rcr_news&p=4970 It’s been a big year for Rose City Rollers, and we’re beyond excited to share what we’ve been up to. 2022 marked a roaring return to derby, including the first season our skaters have seen since initial shut-downs in March of 2020. Our SKATEMOBILE hit the streets for it’s third summer, and brought the joy of roller skating to the community via many free and low-cost events.

]]> RCR is Seeking a Tech Partner! https://rosecityrollers.com/news/rcr-is-seeking-a-tech-partner/ Tue, 06 Sep 2022 15:56:57 +0000 https://www.rosecityrollers.com/?post_type=rcr_news&p=4678 The Rose City Rollers are seeking a technology partner to help revolutionize how our community and staff function. Check out our project overview, and forgive the non-tech speak: we play derby. Know someone(s) that’d love to build the most excellent system for the most excellent derby league? Read about what we’re looking for below and submit a proposal to Rocket Mean (Executive Director) and…

]]> Rosebuds All Stars Make Derby History; Bring Home the Gold https://rosecityrollers.com/news/rosebuds-all-stars-make-derby-history-bring-home-the-gold/ Tue, 16 Aug 2022 17:19:18 +0000 https://www.rosecityrollers.com/?post_type=rcr_news&p=4635 Rose City Rollers Rosebuds All Stars made history this year, bringing home their first-ever national championship win. The annual Junior Roller Derby Association (JRDA) tournament, which has been on hiatus for two years through the pandemic, took place this year in late July, hosted at the Barney Family Sports Complex in Queens Creek, AZ. Leading up to the tournament…

]]> Derby Resources: RCR @ Roller Con Edition! https://rosecityrollers.com/news/derby-resources-rcr-roller-con-edition/ Tue, 02 Aug 2022 17:11:29 +0000 https://www.rosecityrollers.com/?post_type=rcr_news&p=4571 RCR has been around for a minute, and we’ve learned a few things along the way. The last few years have been super challenging for a lot of leagues, with many bouncing back from hard times, venue losses and general attrition. We’re here to help how we can – share a bit about what’s worked for us and hopefully give your league some resources that will support getting rolling again.

]]> Rose City Rollers – 2022 Member + Fan Survey https://rosecityrollers.com/news/rose-city-rollers-2022-member-fan-survey/ Fri, 22 Jul 2022 17:48:05 +0000 https://www.rosecityrollers.com/?post_type=rcr_news&p=4551 Dear supporters, skaters, and community members, After a few years with lots of big changes we wanted to take some time to connect with you: to hear how you’re doing, how you think we’re doing, and how we can keep making things better. Your support has meant so much to us in times of change and uncertainty – and we truly couldn’t be where we are today without you. If you have about…

]]> 2022 Season Announcement https://rosecityrollers.com/news/2022-season-announcement/ Tue, 01 Feb 2022 18:57:15 +0000 https://www.rosecityrollers.com/?post_type=rcr_news&p=4143 We are SO excited to finally announce our 2022 season after nearly two years away! As we gear up for a derby-packed schedule, things will look a little different for all of us. Here’s what you need to know: We still have a small number of season tickets available, but they’re going fast. CLICK HERE to purchase & guarantee admissions to all of our 2022 events! Without further ado…

]]> How Our Community Discovers Their Power https://rosecityrollers.com/news/how-our-community-discovers-their-power/ Tue, 28 Dec 2021 22:00:37 +0000 https://www.rosecityrollers.com/?post_type=rcr_news&p=4102 It’s no secret that the last two years have been difficult for many folks in many ways. Since the beginning of the pandemic, we’ve seen the increasing need for safe, social and healthful activities and have been dedicated to meeting our community where they’re at and forging a path to offer them these opportunities in any way we can. In this time we’ve overhauled the way we conduct practices for…

]]> Rose City Rollers: Phased Reopening Plan v2.0 https://rosecityrollers.com/news/rose-city-rollers-phased-reopening-plan-v2-0/ Mon, 15 Mar 2021 17:47:55 +0000 https://www.rosecityrollers.com/?post_type=rcr_news&p=3734 UPDATE: our Phased Reopening Plan has been updated as of April 2021 to fit current guidelines. We first published our Phased Reopening Plan in June of 2020. While we’re still very much looking forward to returning to the derby we know and love, it’s no secret that the things have changed in that time. In light of that, we’ve revamped this plan and wanted to share it, in the hopes that it can…

]]> Our Statement Against Violence toward the AAPI Community https://rosecityrollers.com/news/our-statement-against-violence-toward-the-aapi-community/ Fri, 05 Mar 2021 00:24:25 +0000 https://www.rosecityrollers.com/?post_type=rcr_news&p=3725 Image Credit: Stop AAPI Hate RCR stands in solidarity with our Asian American and Pacific Islander community. America, and the Pacific NW in particular, has had a long history of racism and violence against Asians, but right now racially motivated violent and hateful acts against the AAPI community in Portland and across the county are on the rise. We believe our anti-racist and anti-bias work…

]]> Rose City Rollers: Phased Reopening Plan https://rosecityrollers.com/news/rose-city-rollers-phased-reopening-plan/ Mon, 29 Jun 2020 17:00:59 +0000 https://www.rosecityrollers.com/?post_type=rcr_news&p=3370 If you’re like us, you’ve probably been missing the derby we know and love a whole lot. Returning to skating is something we’ve given a lot of thought to – especially how we can do so responsibly. The health and safety of of our members, volunteers, staff, fans and community is top of mind for us as we navigate the world we currently live in. As such, we’ve outlined a comprehensive…

]]> Silence is Complicit https://rosecityrollers.com/news/silence-is-complicit/ Tue, 09 Jun 2020 16:26:07 +0000 https://www.rosecityrollers.com/?post_type=rcr_news&p=3361 (Image Credit: Moments by Mariah) Dear RCR community and beyond, It’s time to speak out. In fact, it’s long overdue that we do so. And speaking out is only the very first step. We must stand together with the marginalized and oppressed communities whose lives face daily threat due to systemic racism. We – as a community and organization – have work to do. George Floyd is the most recent…

]]> UPDATED 3/13 – RCR Community Health Update: COVID-19 https://rosecityrollers.com/news/rcr-community-health-update-covid-19/ Thu, 05 Mar 2020 08:01:56 +0000 https://www.rosecityrollers.com/?post_type=rcr_news&p=3127 UPDATE: 3/13/20 As of right now, all RCR practices, scrimmages, games and skating activities are cancelled. This skating ban will be in effect through March, with the Staff and Board evaluating and updating membership by April 1st. Portland Public Schools closing was always a threshold of ours, so Gov. Brown’s directive to close all schools solidifies our feelings that, in the interest of safety…

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