Neon and her mom Brutiful Harley in Westfield.
Prodigy? Did someone just call me that?
Reading the
Westfield newspaper, they called me a prodigy, and for the first time
in my life I actually mean something to someone. Confidence was never
my persona, let alone in my vocabulary until I became Neon. I never
thought I could excel at this sport. It has been five months since I
have started skating with Pair O Dice City Rollers. Every time I
strap those skates to my feet I feel clumsy, uncoordinated, and
awkward but I continually push through those feelings. Athletics is
not my strong point, and to be considered gifted to a spectator who
has only watched me skate once, is remarkable.
I was recently
asked what it felt like to be the youngest player on the team, and if
it had any effect on how I was treated. Being young is not considered
a bad thing, although I cannot attend after parties to enjoy a win or
loss with the team. Age is not a factor when it comes to roller
derby; it is about recognizing your strengths and overcoming your
weaknesses.
I am not sure how I
feel about this attention. Sure I panicked and I will be the first to
admit. I have never been “in the spotlight.” I have gone
unnoticed for years, happily. I feel under pressure, not wanting to
let anyone down. Mixed emotions stir, unsure how to handle this
situation. The one thing I know is that, I will be and do the best
that I can for my team, for my love of this sport.
If everyone else
can believe in me, I CAN believe in myself.
Neon playing against the Long Island Roller Rebels.
Love always,
-Neon
xoxo
That's Neon in the middle with the hot pink tape on her pads skating in the Monson 4th of July parade.
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Wooooo neon stiletto rules! :) that's a girl that always impresses me, keep it up!
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