The Roller Derby Women Kicking Ass and Making History in Asia

The crash and bash of roller derby is gaining traction in Asia. Originally conceived in the 1930s as a sport where men and women could compete on equal grounds, roller derby’s egalitarian and feminist message is resonating with people halfway across the world. Snooky Wong, co-president of Hong Kong Roller Derby, has been instrumental in the sport’s growth in Asia. Earlier this year, the club hosted a Pan-Asian tournament, with teams coming from China, Thailand, and the United Arab Emirates. “Roller derby is the exact opposite of the female oppression,” says Wong. If you liked this video, we have more stories about the sports scene in China, including: China’s Undisputed Street Basketball King    • Meet China’s Undisputed Street Basketball ...   Why the World’s Best Dragon Boaters Are Women Farmers    • Why the World’s Best Dragon Boaters Are Wo...   Follow us on Instagram for behind-the-scenes moments:   / goldthread2   Stay updated on the latest on Twitter:   / goldthread2   Join the conversation on Facebook:   / goldthread2   Have story ideas? Send them to us at [email protected] Producers: Venus Wu and Joel Roche Music: Audio Network #hongkong #asia #rollerderby