Toledo Roller Derby League Fights to Secure Future Home

Glass City Rollers host fundraiser to find permanent venue for games and practices.

Published on Feb. 15, 2026

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The long-running Glass City Rollers roller derby league in Toledo, Ohio is working to secure a permanent home for their games and practices. The league held a fundraiser at the Toledo Tattoo Company in an effort to raise money and awareness to find a suitable venue to host their bouts and training sessions.

Why it matters

Roller derby has a passionate fan base in Toledo, but the Glass City Rollers have struggled to find a reliable home rink over the years. Securing a permanent location would provide stability for the league and ensure the sport continues to thrive in the community.

The details

The Glass City Rollers have been a fixture in Toledo for many years, but have had to bounce around to different venues for their games and practices. The fundraiser at Toledo Tattoo Company was an effort to generate funds and publicity to help the league find a permanent home that can accommodate their needs, including a regulation-size track and seating for spectators.

  • The Glass City Rollers held a fundraiser at the Toledo Tattoo Company on February 15, 2026.

The players

Glass City Rollers

A long-standing roller derby league based in Toledo, Ohio that is seeking a permanent venue to host their games and practices.

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What’s next

The Glass City Rollers hope the fundraiser will help them secure a suitable venue in the Toledo area to call their permanent home.

The takeaway

Roller derby has a dedicated fan base in Toledo, but the Glass City Rollers league has struggled to find stability by lacking a permanent home rink. Their fundraising efforts aim to ensure the sport continues to thrive in the community for years to come.