Predominately I'm a blocker. I play as pivot and outside, which means I usually rock out the front of the pack. I like it up there where I can see everything that goes on and wait for the jammers to come to me. I love when the opposing jammer is just about to break the pack and I am the last line of defense. I do my best - or worst! - to keep her back or knock her to the floor where she'll have to start all over again trying to make it back up to and past me.

Over the past few months I've started jamming at practices. I've done so in order to learn that position should I be needed and to learn about the position as to be a better blocker. Honestly, I don't like jamming that much. Not only is it incredibly tiring, but you have to rely on other people (your team) to help you. I don't like relying on anyone for anything in life. I do it myself. But I also like to help other people. As a blocker I get to help. You know, like "it's shake n bake and hept."

I feel comfortable having someone rely on me. The challenge to prove myself dependable is one I often take. In derby, the jammer needs me, and I like to be known as a reliable team player. Nothing feels better than people wanting you on their team.

I love derby. Oh, how I love the derby.

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