Two Victoria-area teens have been selected to represent Canada at the Junior Roller Derby World Cup in Brisbane, Australia in July 2025.
Chloe Crotty (she/her), aged 17 and known by the derby name Tuffy, and Teaghan Dillon (he/him), 18 and known as Kitty Catapult, were chosen as members of Team Canada Junior after a highly competitive try-out process.
The athletes have played roller derby for the Rotten Apples, the junior team of Victoria’s own Eves of Destruction Roller Derby League, since they were 11, and have both served as captain. Both were also members of BC’s provincial team, West Coast Spirit, last season, with Crotty as co-captain.
“I’m very proud to be representing our country on an international level, says Dillon. “It takes serious physical and mental training and a lot of heart.”
“This took years of hard work and dedication,” says Crotty. “I feel so grateful for the opportunity to represent Canada with one of my closest friends.”
“I’ve watched these two grow up playing roller derby. Achieving their dream of joining Team Canada is a testament to their hard work, determination, and passion for the sport,” says Kiana McKinstry, coach for the Rotten Apples. “Team Canada is so lucky to have them both, and I will be cheering them on every step of the way.”
Team Canada will face teams from around the world, including the United States, France, Australia, New Zealand, and Great Britain. The Rotten Apples have a track record of success at the World Cup, with former teammate Naomi “Scream Soda” Morrell captaining Team Canada to a bronze medal in 2023.
Competing on the international stage in roller derby is an expensive undertaking. Athletes pay their own expenses, from new uniforms, to professional-level gear, to food, transportation, and lodging during the World Cup.
You can support Kitty and Tuffy through their GoFundMe: https://gofund.me/083ca694, and their upcoming fundraisers.
