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USA Roller Sports sets 2026 nationals dates in Lincoln, Nebraska

USA Roller Sports split 2026 nationals into a July 7-15 speed meet and a July 17-Aug. 2 artistic run in Lincoln, with hotel, stream and ticket details set.

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Montreal roller skating community thrives with Chloé Seyrès at the center

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India’s freestyle skaters shine at World Cup in Italy

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Aastha Naykar wins two bronze medals at national roller skating meet

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RSFI says professional roller derby league is nearly ready for launch

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Ayrshire Coast Rollers launch inclusive skating community in Ardrossan

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Taunton's Forrest's Family Fun Center closes its roller skating rink

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