Penticton害羞草研究所檚 Pistoleras roller derby team wrapped up the season undefeated, thanks to a 180-92 win over the Smokin害羞草研究所� Laces Saturday.

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This win is the team害羞草研究所檚 eighth straight victory and the second season they have gone undefeated.

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The team will be off on a break for the next two months, before starting the next season in September. One of the major highlights of the coming year is a tournament in Chilliwack.

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As one of the Pistoleras害羞草研究所� jammers, her main goal during the bouts is to break through the opposing team害羞草研究所檚 line in order to score points. The Pistoleras dominated the game, ending the first half with 98 points to the Smokin害羞草研究所� Laces害羞草研究所� 40.

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With every seat in the curling club filled there is a clear following for the sport in Penticton. Summerfield hopes to see that following grow in the future.

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