Circle City Roller Derby (CCRD), formerly the Circle City Roller Girls, is a women's flat track

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league based in Indianapolis, Indiana. Founded in 2008, the league currently consists of two teams which compete against teams from other leagues. Circle City is a member of the Women's Flat Track Derby Association (WFTDA).

History

The league initially bouted at the

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Ice Rink, but this closed, and they moved to The Forum at Fishers. In 2016, during their eighth season, they moved to bout at Perry Park, in Indianapolis, on the southside of the park. The league has close links with Men's Roller Derby Association league, the

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'', April 8, 2010 and the Indianapolis Junior Derby team. Circle City was accepted into the

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Program in April 2011,12 Leagues Accepted into Apprentice Program
", WFTDA, 13 April 2011 and became a full member of the WFTDA in June 2012.Nine Leagues Become Full WFTDA Members
", WFTDA, 1 June 2012 On December 15, 2020, the league announced via their Facebook page that they would be changing their name to Circle City Roller Derby, writing that the “rebranding reflects our commitment to inclusivity, welcoming all athletes into our community.”Pinned Post
Circle City Roller Derby 15 December 2020 Currently the team is working to update their social media platforms, merchandise, and possibly their logo as well.

WFTDA rankings

References

{{Indiana Sports Sports competitions in Indianapolis Roller derby leagues established in 2008 Roller derby leagues in Indiana Women's Flat Track Derby Association Division 3 2008 establishments in Indiana