Joining the Ravens

Who are the Ravens

The Ravens are RJR's All-Star travel team, consisting of up to 20 Level 3 players who commit to playing the season (January-July) together. 

Where do the Ravens Travel

Typically, our games are along the East Coast, but may travel further at the discretion of the parents and the league.  In recently years we've travelled as far as Tampa Bay or Pittsburgh.  We often find ourselves in Columbia, SC, Savannah, GA, or in Northern Virginia.  

What is competitive play?

The Ravens have to play 8 sanctioned games per year.  A sanctioned game is a regulation game, but with strict enforcement of the rules.  Games are played from January through May, with the postseason (regionals) in June, and champions in July for teams that win their region.

What are the Requirements?

• Passed all assessments, including Level 3 assessments

• Attend practices frequently, including the 7:30 am practice on Sundays

• Must be able to travel to a majority of games

  • We rely on skaters prioritizing derby games and communicating well in advance to ensure we have a full roster at each game. 

• Must be cleared by the coaching staff

• Complete additional training and "homework" assigned by the coaches

• Desire to work hard and grow your derby skills with your teammates

  • Practices are harder than Level 1/2 practice, focusing on advanced skills, gameplay, and mastering the fundamentals

  • Practices are stricter with a goal of growing and excelling as a junior sports team.

Please reach out to the coaches if you want to move up quickly.  They can advise on strategies to grow your skating ability quickly, including additional time on skates (drills you can do at home), off-skates exercises, and watching derby footage.

Parent Expectations

• Travel with the team whenever possible

• Help to organize trips for away games

• Pay attention to league communications and be engaged with the league

• Communicate with the coaches and organizers when your skater cannot attend a game as soon as possible

• Support your skater, and help them remain committed for the entire season