Raising Officials: A Practical Guide
May 25th, 2014 | by Y. I. Otter
It takes a village to raise and official. Y.I. Otter looks at what you can do in your league and beyond to make life better for all concerned.
Browsing the "Officiating" Category
“Don’t Talk to the Refs” is Holding Derby Back
April 25th, 2013 | by Curtis E. Lay
Curtis E. Lay explains why he thinks that players and refs need more open communication during games, for the good of the sport
You Suck, Ref! Life After Minors
February 7th, 2013 | by Curtis E. Lay
The 2013 derby season is under way, and it gives me much to anticipate—the camaraderie and support of fellow officials,
A Wish for Love, Peace, and Safety
December 19th, 2012 | by Curtis E. Lay
The creators of this site called it “DerbyLife.” I have no doubt that they chose the name based not just
I Blow at Jam Timing
December 10th, 2012 | by DerbyLife
By Plenty O’fficial Of all the NSO positions, I love jam timing the most. Don’t get me wrong, penalty tracking
Hello from an NSO
October 18th, 2012 | by DerbyLife
Hi, my name is ***** and I am an NSO. I’ve been involved with roller derby for more than a
A Salute to the Hot Bald Lady in the WFTDA Rule Book
August 9th, 2012 | by Curtis E. Lay
She is instantly recognizable, one of the most iconic people in roller derby. She is studied far and wide, with
Advice From A Veteran Referee
June 25th, 2012 | by DerbyLife
By Su Real, Denver Roller Dolls. Most derby leagues I have worked with over my career take the attitude that
Refs on Film
June 18th, 2012 | by Curtis E. Lay
At some point, I bet you’ve come across an ad promoting an art test. “Draw Me!” it barks. It goes
You Suck, Ref! Part 3: Where’s the F@#%ing Call?
May 3rd, 2012 | by Curtis E. Lay
Read You Suck, Ref! Part 1, or Part 2. A nearly universal complaint about roller derby is the difficulty of
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