Sunny Wytha Chansapain

How did you come up with your derby name and number?
One of my teammates actually came up with it. I'd been having a hard time figuring out what I wanted my name to be, but the one she picked was perfect. It's hard to find one that isn't already registered and is still somewhat original.

Why did you join TTRB?
I had been wanting to try derby for a really long time, but had let all my fears about why I shouldn't do it get in the way. I finally decided that I would never know if any of those fears was true it I didn't at least try. So I started skating and going to PFM. I heard a few girls talk about TTRB having tryouts soon and I wanted to know more. As soon as I found out it was banked track derby, I was both scared and interested at the same time. Then I met a handful of the TTRB ladies and knew that they were the kind of ladies I wanted to skate with and the kind of league I wanted to be a part of.

Who is your derby idol?
Anya Heels, Re-Animate Her, Bonnie Thunders

What is your favorite off-skates workout?
Hot Yoga and Rock Climbing

Besides skating, what service do you provide to the league and the community?
I am part of the Bout Production and Inter-League Committees. I do some fundraising every year with a group of climbing friends. We raise money for the HERA foundation. It is an organization that supports the research and treatment programs of ovarian cancer.

What do you like most about Roller Derby?
The same girl who knocks you down will also hug you and buy you a drink after the bout.

If you could give any advice to a new or interested skater, what would it be?
Just get out there and try it! The more you practice, the better you will get. Don't be afraid to ask for help either. Your derby sisters want you to get better.

What is your biggest fear?
Not taking every opportunity that I have to live life to its fullest.

What makes you happy?
Skating, sunshine, good food shared with good friends, warm clothes fresh from the dryer, chocolate and my kitty.

What are your likes?
Well placed sarcasm, good natured ribbing, spontaneous moments of song and dance, dessert for dinner, passing on the right, sweating, jaywalking and human folly