At the end of my past life, I earned the right to be the first flat track derby announcer with the Texas Rollergirls.
What follows is a very old, very unauthorized, and very unedited version of the document I produced describing my experiences during the genesis of flat track derby. It would be some of the last moments of my past life.
Enjoy.
What follows is a very old, very unauthorized, and very unedited version of the document I produced describing my experiences during the genesis of flat track derby. It would be some of the last moments of my past life.
Enjoy.
LOUDMOUTH: Confessions of a Flat Track Derby Announcer
By
Bowie V. Ibarra
Copyright 2007 Bowie V. Ibarra
“Good God! Good God!
Would somebody stop the damn match!
Enough’s enough!”
- Jim Ross, WWE Announcing legend, during the
infamous Mankind/Undertaker Hell in a Cell match
Chapter VII: The Texas Rollergirls Announce Team
For the most part, the announce team has remained a
constant. Here is a brief biography of
the people who have formally lent their voices to the Texas flat track
revolution.
WHISKEY L’AMOUR – PLAY
BY PLAY
Nicknames: The First Lady of Flat Track Derby Annuncing
Sign: Aries
Memorable Quote: “Whoopty Frikkin’ Doo, this is Roller Derby.
Gimmick: A voice of many colors, Whiskey will forever
be remembered for her outrageous costumes and bright smile. Retired after the National Championship 2007.
Oh, yeah. And her boobs.
Consecutive Three Time
Announcer of the Year Award Winner.
LES McGEHEE – MASTER OF
CEREMONIES
Nickname: Motormouth
Gimmick: An old school skating announcer complete with
vintage suit and skates. In his brief
stint, will be remembered for his extremely witty remarks and ad-libbed praise
of the Texas Rollergirls. His
“foreigners” bit is still used to this day.
Notable Recognition: Master of improvisational comedy and author
of “Plays Well with Others”, a veritable bible of improve comedy advice and
sage words for living.
CHIP QUESO – CROWD
WRANGLER
Sign: Leo
Nicknames: The God of Gouda, The King of Chamobere, The
Ayatollah of Gorgonzolla, Prince of Provolone, The Chedder Jackass, The
Monterrery Jackoff, Cheiftan of Cheddar, Mozzerella Masterbater, Velociraptor.
Memorable Quotes: (Something that resembles English screamed
over the microphone. Probably Gaelic.)
Gimmick: Rarely referenced love of cheese. Known for schmoozing with every rollergirl
and league in his general vicinity or driving distance. Never met a camera he didn’t like. Also known for randomly joining group photos
uninvited.
JIM “KOOL AID” JONES –
MASTER OF CEREMONIES
Nicknames: The Sinister Minister, “Flat Track Cult
Leader”, “Bastard son of Dionysus”
Sign: Libra
Memorable Quotes: “The couple that swats together… stays
together”.
“The Hustler defense just fell apart like Chip Queso’s
marriage”.
Gimmick: A super-intelligent cult leader who calls
matches with one of the sharpest eyes in derby.
He is easily the quickest wit in flat track today, second only to
Motormouth.
Known for: Forming the emo/folk/emo band “The Butt
Butter Churners” and composing the signature standard “Queso’s Mom is a Fuckin’
Ho’”. Proud supporter of “Find A Ref A
Friend”. www.findarefafriend.com
HOT WHEELS
Nickname: Penalty Princess
Memorable Quote: “Aw, shut up!”
Gimmick: A devilish MILF with frightening dominatrix
influenced outfits.
Known for: Spending her final season whipping people’s
asses while pregnant.
THE SCARLOT HARLOT
Nickname: The Redhead with Bedhead
Gimmick: Retired Hell Mary bad ass who filled in for
Hot Wheels after her retirement.
Known for: Short temper and big hits on the track, and a
bright smile, amicability, and sense of humor off the track.
JULIO E. GLASSES
Nickname: Iron Announcer Texas
Memorable Quotes: “It’s a game of angles”.
Gimmick: Silly latin crooner turned chef.
Known for: Singing rollergirl inspired song
excerpts and making obscure references,
studying the names of the visiting rollergirls as well as the home team during
skater warm ups. Leads physical and
vocal warm ups of announce team.
Sometimes takes restroom breaks during bouts. Frankie the Zarape, ZarapeGate, and
ZarapeBowl.
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