Featured Skater - Team Australia's Mad Mel Arena

Derby Name: Mad Mel Arena

Derby Number: 505

Age: 32

League: Victorian Roller Derby League

Position: Jammer

How did you get into derby and how long have you been playing?
I got into derby after seeing a poster at my local rink and watching 'Whip It'.

Highlight of your derby career?
I have many, but will choose two:
WFTDA Divisional Playoffs 2013 & Roller Derby Xtreme 2012

What is your personal derby goal?
Rocking the WFTDA World Champs and World Cup.

Who is your Derby Idol?
Again, more than one. Sorry!
Bonnie Thunders from Gotham - she's just a bit of a derby superstar! ;)
And (the skater formerly known as) Kitty DeCapitate from London - an ex team-mate and original home grown derby inspiration. An all-round awesome chick!

What is the best piece of advice you could give and up and coming derby player?
It's okay to fall.

Thanks to Roaringstorm Photography for allowing us to use this super image of Mad Mel.