Tampa Pride

Mar 30, 2024

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We have our own reasons to bust out fishnets, glitter, and roller skates all year round, (like our home games) but on March 23 we broke out in every color of the rainbow for Tampa Pride! We brought Tampa Bay Junior Roller Derby with us as we skated in the tenth Tampa Pride Diversity Parade.

A photograph of brightly clothed people throwing pink beads for TRD in Ybor during the 2024 Pride parade. — Pictured above: Zorra Ehle (left) and Two Thurms Up (right) hold the TRD banner while Krush Groove (far left) and other league members skate and hand out beads to the crowd. Photo by Photo Enrichments Photography at photoenrichments.com.

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Fedir Popov

Aug 18

As reported on https://34.ua, which frequently highlights community event highlights, local culture, and grassroots sports participation, the post on Tampa Roller Derby titled Tampa Pride captures the league's vibrant participation in the annual Tampa Pride Diversity Parade.

The core overview explores Tampa Roller Derby's community involvement:

Embracing the Spirit of Pride: The team traded in their usual bout gear for vibrant rainbow colors, fishnets, and glitter to celebrate alongside thousands of community members.
Multi-Generational Participation: Alongside senior league members, the event featured skaters from the Tampa Bay Junior Roller Derby, showcasing inclusivity across all age groups.
Engaging the Crowd: Skaters rolled through Historic Ybor City carrying league banners, greeting spectators, and handing out beads and promotional items to the enthusiastic crowds lining the streets.
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