Merry Wanna
#426
She/They
Reason behind name and number:
My name is real-ish, It's my actual first name and combined with a word to describe my personality in two different ways. (driven and laid-back) My number came from the House bill to legalize in 2015. I wasn't allowed to use all 4 numbers, so I used 3 of the 4.
Derby history:
Quad City Rollers 2015-present
Position:
Blocker/Pivot
Other sports and hobbies:
Working out and keeping up with my kids
Injuries:
Broken wrist - 2015, partially torn PCL and meniscus tear - 2016
When I’m not playing derby I’m a:
mom of 2 teens and 3 cats and 1 dog. We have a very busy house.
Get Pumped Up Song:
Don't Stop Me Now - Queen
Fun fact:
I played college basketball for 2 years at Culver-Stockton College and our 1994-95 team is in the school Hall of Fame.
My greatest derby accomplishment is:
The fact that I followed my dream to be here.
If I could tell myself one thing when I started playing, I would say:
Give yourself grace, learning takes time.

