It is so lovely to share a track with our Skater of the Week, Clairella De Vil #423! Villy shows up for every single jam with grit, determination and strength. She’s relentlessly hard-working, a bundle of positive energy and can push through any challenge placed in her path. We’re so lucky to have a teammate that is as dependable and passionate as Villy.
How long have you been playing roller derby?
“A little over 2 years.”
What do you do for your day job?
“Pharmacist.”
What is your volunteer role within the team?
“Member Relations Board.”
What kind of skates do you roll on?
“Antiks on Arius plates.”
What’s your favorite position to play?
“Blocker.”
What is one of your derby strengths?
“I always get back up when I fall down.”
What made you want to play roller derby?
“We went to see CRG play for my birthday in 2023 and it seemed like a really great group of queer and accepting people who had a good time hitting each other and I decided I wanted to be a part of that.”
If you had to pick a highlight from your derby career so far, what would it be?
“Making WFTDA one year after the tryouts where I broke my leg, and everyone on the entire team being so supportive and happy for me.”
What do you do for fun off the track?
“Hanging out with my partner, dog and cat, reading, cross stitch, building things, gardening. I really have too many hobbies.”
What would you say to someone who has thought about playing roller derby?
“Two years ago I hadn’t touched skates. One year ago, I broke my leg and needed surgery. If I can do this, anyone can do this. It’s the best group of people I’ve ever known, and it’s been worth every second. I look forward to hitting you!”