"Rollergirls" (2006)

This recently canceled A & E reality show was about members of an all female roller derby league in Texas. In contrast to their rough demeanor on the banked track, the women led normal lives during the day, and had life's ups and downs to deal with. One woman was a waitress who made an attempt at stand up comedy. Another woman was a nurse, yet another was a teacher who found a job in Maui before the series disappeared from the airwaves.

One episode had some of the skaters going to San Francisco in an attempt to convince legendary roller derby queen Ann Cavello (who passed away a few weeks ago) to attend their championship game. They had named their championship cup for her. Ms. Cavello was a piston who said exactly what was on her mind. She welcomed the women, who obviously adored her and were in awe of her accomplishments. During the very last episode I saw, Ms. Cavello agreed to come see the game.

Portions of roller derby bouts were shown during episodes, but the show may have been canceled because people were expecting a full hour of skating and fighting.