Tears for Tee
POSTED 4.13.21

DETROIT, MI –  On the morning of Friday, April 9, we learned that our skate sister, Mrs. Theresa “Tee” Jones, was called home after a year-and-a-half battle with cancer. In the skate world, Tee was a member of the Detroit Rhythmic Rollers, the skate club responsible for the infamous Cruise and Skate onboard Royal Caribbean.  It was on Royal’s best ships that we skated and shut down the clubs on the high seas before exploring the sights in places like Jamaica, Bermuda, Barbados and Cozumel.  It was at dance halls where we Bopped and stepped Chicago style.  It was at the skating rink where we showed off our favorite Halloween costumes and overstuffed ourselves at the lavish buffet table that she prepared for Skate-O-Ween. 

Tee was many things to many people:  wife, mother, grandmother, friend, auntie, skater, bopper, stepper, cook, skate event coordinator, exercise enthusiast and more.  She was an extraordinary woman who touched many people of any age, race, gender, or orientation, from babies to elders.  She had a gift for bonding with people and building lasting friendships. 

It was an honor to be with her at her last (known) national skating event, 2019’s “Legends in the Sky” where she wore a beautiful black sleeveless dress accenting her prized muscles (complements of workouts at Planet Fitness) and white skates with extended toe stops.  She was full of joy as she fellowshipped with fellow seasoned skaters, rolling 30 stories high, in a rotunda with floor-to-ceiling plate glass windows that provided breathtaking views of DC, Maryland and Virginia.  How appropriate for someone who is herself, legendary.

Please say a prayer for her family as they mourn the loss of this beautiful soul. Homegoing services are planned for Saturday, April 17.  Click here for details.

State 2 State 4th Annual Sk8 Off
POSTED 4.11.21

HEMET, CA –  Mark your calendar and make travel arrangements to enjoy a weekend of roller skating and more at the 4th Annual State 2 State Sk8 Off - The Resort Experience Part 2.  September 10-11, State2State Productions is hosting a weekend with all kinds of activities which include the Kick Off skate jam and competition Friday night. Participants must register in advance.  Saturday morning there will be a skate workshop with techniques for everyone to learn.  After class, Meet and Greet at the Poolside Wine Tasting event.  Top off the weekend at the main event, the Playa’s Sk8 Ball with a live performance by Suga Free.  Book your room by August 11 to get the negotiated block rate.

All Star Skate Night 2
POSTED 4.2.21

HUNTSViLLE, AL –  May 8, for one night only, get your roll on in Huntsville a the All Star Skate Night 2 brought to you by For the Love of Skating.  DJ-D and D Carl will be spinning the wheels for your skating enjoyment.  Guests must be 18 or older to attend.

1st Annual San Antonio Riverwalk Roll
POSTED 3.2121

SAN ANTONIO, TX –  Skaters nationwide are invited to come to the 1st Annual 2021 San Antonio Riverwalk roll.  Skate for three nights with five great DJs:  DJ Wildchild, DJ Suave, Mz. DJ Tone, DJ Arson and DJ E.  Weekend activities include a fiesta style Meet and Greet, an outdoor roll, and a catered happy hour.  Book your room at the Marriott Plaza hotel.

S3 All Access Granted
POSTED 3.16.21

MEMPHiS, TN/HORN LAKE, MS  –  The Secret Skate Society would like to invite all skaters to their First Annual All Access Granted Skate Weekend.  Skate Thursday through Sunday, April 29 through May 2 at two different rinks, East End Skating rink in Memphis and Skate Odyssey in Horn Lake.  The weekend includes a Warm Up Meet and Greet, SSS Takeover Day Party and three skate sessions with five awesome DJs in the lineup.  Book your hotel now at the Fairfield Inn & Suites Memphis Southaven.