Once a Depression-era spectacle, roller derby is known as an inclusive, community-driven sport, and Iowa is fully part of its modern-day revival. At least eight leagues are active across the state, with many welcoming any gender and skaters with no prior experience. In Des Moines, the local roller derby league held its first sanctioned bout since the pandemic last November. 🛼Read more at ipr.org Video by Josie Fischels #iowapublicradio #npr #rollerderby #rollerskating #iowa