Phoenix Bunz
Location
Grove City, OH
Hometown:
Grove City, OH
Number:
23
Position:
Blocker
Pivot
Jammer
Derby Since:
2007
Team Affiliation(s):
Ohio Roller Girls
Midwest MEGA Team
Awards & Notables:
2008 Rookie of the Year 2008
2008 Sprockette Team Award
2009 Tail Blocker of the Year
2009 Hardest Hitter
2010 Blocker of the Year
2010 Dynamic Duo (Alongside Pippi)
2010 Hardest Hitter
2010 Most Versatile Player
2010 MVP - Charter Team
2011 Scarlette Fury Award for Most Dedicated Rollergirl
2011 Tail Blocker of the Year - Charter Team
2011 MVP - Charter Team
2011 Dynamic Duo (Alongside Pippi)
2011 - The Playmaker
2011 Jammer's Best Friend
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Athletic Background:
I've played sports all my life.
In high school I compiled 12 varsity letters. (I think that's still the record there).
I also played AAU basketeball, club soccer and club softball.
In college I played softball for 4 years and after graduation went back for another semster and played soccer for a season. (College life is awesome in itself, but even better when you're there and have already received your degree!!)
Favorite Derby Story:
Beating Naptown in their house in 2009 was a pretty big moment for us.
Beating Grand Raggidy in our house in 2010 was another memorable win.
Derby Heroes:
Several of OHRG members that have been around since the inuagral year. Without their work and dedication I would have never had the opportunity to play this amazing sport.
With so many awesomely talented skaters it's hard to pick even a handful. However it's the skaters that leave the show-boating to someone else that I respect the most.
Other Heroes:
My mom first and foremost.
Michael Jordan (hence the 23)
And Oprah Winfrey. (don't laugh, I'm serious)
Favorite Derby Gear:
My skates-duh
Other Hobbies:
Working at Nationwide Insurance.
Hitting the gym or checking out one of Columbus' many awesome events.
Favorite Meal & Drink:
Scallops and Cherry Vodka and diet.
Or Pizza and the above drink.
Favorite Book:
It's impossible to choose a favorite, but a recent read was pretty inspirational.
Even Silence has an end by Ingrid Betancourt. It's a amazing testiment to the human spirit and what we are all truly capable of.
Favorite Movie or TV Show:
Oprah. Thank goodness she is starting her own network after he show goes off air!
Favorite Derby Move:
swooping hits. The timing makes it special.
Derby Name Story:
I like the story behind the phoenix. I couldn't go with just phoenix, so I had to come up with an addition. Referencing my bunz seemed like a natural fit.
Write Your Own:
What motivates you on the track?
To be the best and to make my teammates better.
