Springfield Roller Girls

Southwest Missouri’s premier all-female flat track roller derby league

One of the most beloved derby girls of her time, J.F. Slay makes decisions on the track that are swift, powerful and methodical. Off of the track, she is an advocate for peace, but during game time, she hits girls with such powerful blows that she’s destined to be a legend for years to come.

J.F. Slay

Number 1960

Your Derby Name: J.F. Slay
Your Derby Number: 1960
Your Astrological Sign : Leo
Occupation: Vampire (a.k.a. Blood Drive Coordinator)
Favorite Music: Rise Against
Favorite Movies: I love movies that make you think.
Teams you Play for: Battle Broads
Positions you Play: Blocker
How did you come up with your derby name?: President JFK is in my list of favorite people. My name pays homage to him.
How and when did you get involved in roller derby? : I’ve wanted to do it forever, and when time allowed, Tiger Beatdown filled me in.
Have you had any derby-related serious injuries? : Not yet!
Favorite position to play and why: I like 2, because that’s what I do most. Jamming is tons of fun too.
What kind of skates and wheels do you use?: Reidell beginner skates, Mojo wheels
What’s your favorie rookie moment?: Passing my 25 in 5 with some of my favorite ladies.
Most exciting moment in your derby career?: Well, I’m still a rookie, so my 25 in 5 is still the best.
What do you do on game day?: Apparently I watch fantasticly horrible movies.
Who is your hero?:
Favorite team to play against and why: Route 66 Roller Derby because I’ve never had so much fun in the back of a pickup.
What’s your favorite drink?: The Sugar Daddy from the Mudhouse and the Soprano from the Mudlounge.