The Chicago Outfit Roller Derby has announced that it will participate in Chicago's 42nd Annual Pride Parade Sunday June 26, according to a press release.
"Pride complements our other charitable and community initiatives," said Nicole "Nicomatose" Matos, "including our partnership with Howard Brown Health Center and our recent participation in Slutwalk Chicago. It reflects the inclusive and empowering nature of roller derby as a sport."
Currently celebrating its progress in national rankings, The Outfit hopes to foster additional growth with a round of advanced tryouts Monday, June 27, at the Fleetwood Roller Rink, 7231 W. Archer, Summit. The league's next boutscheduled for Saturday, July 9, at the Windy City Fieldhouse, 2367 W. Loganfeatures a double-header against the archrival Roller Girls of St. Louis.
Ticket sales and more info are available at www.chicagooutfitrollerderby.com .