Rocky Hardplace

Derby name: Rocky Hardplace

Derby number: 6x7

Significance of name/number: If you have ever been stuck behind me in the pack, you know. I am also the question to the answer of Life, the Universe, and Everything (as according to Douglas Adams).

Derby birthday: May 2006

Favorite position: PIVOT/B3

Worst injury: I went on a mission to take down Blonde Amazon but instead I ended up taking myself out of the last bout of 2008 by eating bumper and straining my right shoulder.

Skater rival: Diva State – I hear she’s back, but does anyone care?

Derby wife: Marcel DuStomp (retired)…since I am a widow I am open any woo’ing and offers to make me an honest derby woman.

DyDD awards/achievements: MVP Silicon Valley vs Wave of Mutilation March 2010, MVP Marauding Mollys vs. Tough Love (BHRB) April 2010, Most Bad Ass (team specific) Rainy City Roller Girls’ Knocktoberfest October 2010.

Real-life job: I am a corporate shill for Visa/MC…I know what happens after you hit submit when shopping the web. (go buy some merchandise!)

Hometown: Williamsport, PA…but was living there in Allentown from 1990-2000.

Hobbies: Um. DERBY! Hanging with my sweet dog, who’s name is…ROCKY.

Personal hero: My parents. Their love and partnership is a thing of beauty. Also…Ms. Snowmer!!! She is our resident MacGyver.

Favorite afterparty drink: Fireball Cinnamon Whisky

Favorite quote/personal motto: Evil requires the sanction of the victim. – Ayn Rand