For Immediate Release
Jackson, Miss. (April 14, 2011) – The hard-hitting, heart-stopping, Magnolia Roller Vixens announced the kick off of their much anticipated second season of roller derby here in Jackson, Mississippi.
This Saturday, April 16, at 7 p.m., the team will kick off the season with its first home opener “Survival of the Illest,” against the Hub City Derby Dames at the Jackson Convention Center. The event is sure to please, with girls in fishnets and on skates, making full-on contact while the announcer and DJ work fill the room with energy. There will also be plenty of concessions and libations.
With some of the best skaters in Mississippi, the Hattiesburg Misfits are sure to pose a challenge for the Vixens, who have spent the winter training in their off season in order to prepare for this year’s ambitious schedule.
That schedule include:
- May 21, against the Torpedo Bay Roller Girls from Mobile, Ala.
- June 4, against the Capital Offenders, from the Red Stick Roller Derby league in Baton Rouge, La.
- July 9, against the Priskilla Presleys from Memphis Roller Derby league
- Aug 20, against the Acadiana Roller Girls from Lafayette, La.
All of the Vixens home games are held at the Jackson Convention Complex on Pascagoula Street. Doors open at 6 pm, and the action starts at 7 pm. Tickets are $12 in advance, $15 at the door, and kids 12 and under are $5. Tickets can be purchased at www.magnoliarollervixens.com or from your favorite roller girl. Season passes are also available. Dates are subject to change.
Formed in May 2008, the Magnolia Roller Vixens are Jackson’s only skater owned and operated Roller Derby team. The Vixens are ALWAYS looking for Refs, Non Skating Officials, and bout volunteers. They are also available for charity events, interviews, public appearances, and community events. For more information about the Vixens please visit www.magnoliarollervixens.com.
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Media Contact: Anna Masters, a.k.a Anna BomBination (769) 798-6322