JXN Roller Derby fans packed the Convention Center for a bout that had everything: high-speed jams, hard hits, wild comebacks, and a scoreboard that refused to pick a winner.
Jackson’s own squad rolled in hot, dominating the first half and stacking up a commanding 30-point lead. The blockers were ruthless, the jammers were untouchable, and the crowd was loud. Montgomery Roller Derby, though, came out swinging in the second half, chipping away at the lead jam by jam. By the final quarter, the energy shifted. Montgomery grabbed the lead, and it looked like JXN might be skating toward heartbreak.
But this team doesn’t fold under pressure.
In the last jam of the game, with the score teetering and the clock ticking down, JXN dug deep. One final surge, one clean break from the pack, and just enough points to even the score: 136–136, the kind of finish derby dreams (and rivalries) are made of.
And let’s talk about those JXN standouts:
- Rowdy Reeta Ricochet lived up to the name, delivering speed and game-saving hustle that kept Montgomery’s jammers guessing.
- Kiss My Ash jammed like a woman on a mission, slicing through defenders with sharp edges and sharper instincts.
- Nat Attack was the enforcer, locking down the defense and making sure nothing came easy.
- Rockit? Jet fuel on skates, launching into bursts that gave JXN its edge in crucial moments.
The vibe? Electric. Fans repped the green and white with fresh JXN merch: tie-dye tees, logo stickers, and cheers that shook the walls. Referees worked overtime to keep up with the intensity, and the benches never sat still.
From the first whistle to the final second, this bout was a masterclass in grit, strategy, and hometown pride. If you’re new to the sport, this was the kind of match that makes you a lifer.
With a finish like that, a rematch isn’t just likely: it’s inevitable. And when it happens? You won’t want to miss it.
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