Derby name:Gerle Haggard
Real Name:
Miranda Villanueva
Number:
13
Derby name:
Gerle Haggard
Real Name:
Miranda Villanueva
Number:
13
How did you come up with your name and number?
My brother in law, Joe gave me the name. Thank you, Joe. And I've always liked the number 13.
What made you first start roller derby, or how did you discover roller derby?
Kileron's sister came into the bookshop and asked if me and my twin wanted to come to practice.
Why do you love roller derby so much?
I love roller derby because it's great exercise and I get to be around a bunch of kick-ass, amazing women.
How many hours per week do you practice?
As many as I want to.
What is your favorite drill?
The whipping drill.
What is the most challenging part of roller derby?
Breathing.
What are your non-derby hobbies?
Drinking, dancing, sewing, making hand made cards, I love to hang out with my brother Austin.
What’s your favorite piece of your roller derby wardrobe?
My helmet because of my Travis Bickle sticker.
How does your derby alter ego differ from your everyday persona?
One is drunker, you guess which one.
What is a common misconception about roller derby?
That we're all lesbians.
What’s your favorite roller derby web site?
MountainDerbyGirls.org
What advice would you give someone who is thinking about joining roller derby?
Come in, check it out, have a good time, skate or die.