From The Pivot Line

Could it be?

Has roller derby finally attracted enough international attention to be included in the 2020 Olympic Games?

The female-dominated sport, which was revived and reformed nearly 10 years ago, is among eight sports vying for a spot in the 2020 Olympic Games. The International Olympic Committee anounced rollersports, which includes speed skating, roller figure skating and roller derby, as a contender in 2011. Others on the short list include well-knowns like baseball, softball, wakeboarding, squash and karate.

A decision isn't expected to be made until the committee meets again in 2013.

While roller derby's chances of inclusion are slim, it's still nice to dream about that shiny gold medal.

Let's not forget though, us roller girls take it upon ourselves to make things happen. Just a few months ago, more than 10 countries were represented in the first-ever Roller Derby World Cup, hosted in Toronto. Team USA, made up of the best skaters in the country, took first place.

So even if derby doesn't make it to the Olympics anytime soon, our skaters are going to compete on the highest level possible whenever possible.