Question 1

How many skaters may be on a roster?

Accepted Answer

15 - The maximum number of skaters on the roster for one single game is 15.

Question 2

A bout is composed of how many minutes total of play?

Accepted Answer

60 minutes

Question 3

What is the maximum length of a jam?

Accepted Answer

2 minutes - The maximum length of a jam is 2 minutes. This means that a jam cannot exceed this time limit. It is important for jams, especially in sports like roller derby or basketball, to have a time limit in order to maintain fairness and keep the game moving. If a jam were to go on indefinitely, it could lead to fatigue or other complications for the players. Therefore, setting a maximum time limit ensures that the game remains controlled and within a reasonable duration.

Question 4

How many players are on the track at a time for each jam?

Accepted Answer

10 - In roller derby, each jam consists of 10 players on the track at a time. This includes 5 players from each team, with one designated as the jammer and four as blockers. The jammer's objective is to score points by lapping members of the opposing team, while the blockers aim to prevent the opposing jammer from scoring. Having 10 players on the track ensures an exciting and competitive game with strategic gameplay and intense action. Rate this question:

Question 5

Jammers are allowed to start a jam with their helmet cover in hand, not on their helmet? True or False

Accepted Answer

True

Question 6

How does the referee signal lead jam?

Accepted Answer

two short whistle blows

Question 7

What are the minimum equipment requirments?

Accepted Answer

helmet, mouth guard, wrist guards, elbow pad and knee pads - The minimum equipment requirements for this activity include a helmet, mouth guard, wrist guards, elbow pads, and knee pads. These protective gear items are necessary to ensure the safety of the individual participating in the activity. The helmet protects the head from potential injuries, while the mouth guard helps to protect the teeth and jaw. Wrist guards, elbow pads, and knee pads provide additional protection for the joints and vulnerable areas of the body, reducing the risk of fractures or other injuries.

Question 8

A pivot is....

Accepted Answer

A & B  - Prior to the start of a jam, Pivots may line up on the Pivot Line. In certain circumstances, a Pivot may take over the position of Jammer for their team -Passing the Star.

Question 9

Once jammer status is transferred in a legal star pass it ____________ be transferred back to the original jammer

Accepted Answer

can not

Question 10

After a successful "pass the star" by the lead jammer and her pivot, can the pivot then call off the jam legally?

Accepted Answer

No - A Jammer who has removed, or whose teammate has removed, the Jammer helmet cover has forfeited , The Lead Jammer status.

Question 11

Skaters may legally re-enter the track in front of the opponent who forced them out-of-bounds, if the opponent went out-of bound at any pint after the initiating block.

Accepted Answer

true

Question 12

Which of the following must a skater do when re-entering the track from the penalty box?

Accepted Answer

Re-enter behind all in-play Blockers

Question 13

A skater who is lead jammer can call off the jam while being removed from play due to a penalty?

Accepted Answer

False

Ocala Roller Derby Trivia January 2025

2) A bout is composed of how many minutes total of play?

3) What is the maximum length of a jam?

4) How many players are on the track at a time for each jam?

5) Jammers are allowed to start a jam with their helmet cover in hand, not on their helmet? True or False

6) How does the referee signal lead jam?

7) What are the minimum equipment requirments?

8) A pivot is....

9) Once jammer status is transferred in a legal star pass it ____________ be transferred back to the original jammer

10) After a successful "pass the star" by the lead jammer and her pivot, can the pivot then call off the jam legally?

11) Skaters may legally re-enter the track in front of the opponent who forced them out-of-bounds, if the opponent went out-of bound at any pint after the initiating block.

12) Which of the following must a skater do when re-entering the track from the penalty box?

13) A skater who is lead jammer can call off the jam while being removed from play due to a penalty?