Dani Henderson

Summary
About
Dani is a veteran all-around player. She is a speedy blocker who has been known to wear the helmet stripe or star cover. She is a dependable team player and vocal leader on the track. She is small but mighty.
Achievements
2017 USARS NationalsThird Place
2016 USARS NationalsThird Place
CLUB HISTORY
Dani played roller derby for another local league before helping to start the Red Hots in 2012. She is an owner and player of the team and was captain from 2013-2015.
Club | Wins | Loses | Win rate |
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2 | 1 | 66.67 |
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News about Dani
Interview with Dani
Where were you born?
I was born in the Panama Canal Zone in Panama, but grew up in Cleveland, OH
Current Occupation
Account Exec in technology
How old were you when you first skated?
39
What college did you attend?
MBA – University of Wisconsin, Madison; BS Miami University – Ohio
Did you practice any other sports in high school or college?
Cross Country & Track Runner
What you would tell a young girl who wanted to play roller derby?
Start speed skating!
What is your favorite thing about roller derby?
Its competitiveness and fast pace
How long does it take you to get to practice?
20 min – 1 hour depending on traffic
What has been the best roller derby game you have played?
Against the PA All Stars at Cicero in 2014.
Have you played roller derby on other teams?
I also play with the Windy City Rollers
What is your favorite city in the world?
Paris and New Orleans
What is your favorite T.V. show?
Friday Night Lights
And your favorite movie?
Grease
What you do for charity/volunteering?
Lycee Francais School; Global Alliance for Africa, PAWS
Who would you most like to meet?
Connie Britton
What’s hot right now?
Skating Fast!
What’s not right now?
Standing still on skates.