Iowa City—January 9, 2012— The Women’s Flat Track Derby Association (WFTDA) is proud to announce today that the Old Capitol City Roller Girls have been accepted as a member of the WFTDA, the national governing body for women’s amateur flat track roller derby in the U.S.

As a new member of the WFTDA, the Old Capitol City Roller Girls join the ranks of over 75 all-female, skater-owned and operated leagues nationwide that have united to lead the growing sport of women’s flat track roller derby. WFTDA member leagues engage in sanctioned interleague play, including regional and national tournaments. Old Capitol City Roller Girls will be a Class B member in the North Central Region.

Old Capitol City Roller Girls has an exciting season scheduled for 2012, including numerous WFTDA bouts. Their first bout of the season is February 4, 2012 when they will take on the Minnesota Roller Girls All-Stars. Their first home bout scheduled for March 10, 2012.

About the WFTDA
Founded in 2004, the WFTDA promotes and fosters the sport of women’s flat track derby by facilitating the development of athletic ability, sportswomanship, and goodwill among member leagues. The governing philosophy is “by the skaters, for the skaters.” Women skaters are primary owners, managers, and operators of each member league and of the association. WFTDA’s operational tasks include setting standards for rules, seasons and safety, and determining guidelines for the national and international athletic competitions of member leagues. All member leagues have a voice in the decision-making process, and agree to comply with the governing body’s policies. For more information, visit www.wftda.com.

About Old Capitol City Roller Girls
Old Capitol City Roller Girls are ecstatic about their graduation to full member status. They work hard as a league and look forward to being a part of this opportunity. They will continue to work in tandem with the WFTDA founding ideology working by the skaters, for the skaters, as well as remaining active and devoted to their communities. They look forward to the challenging and exciting experiences this season has in store.