Windy City Rollers 2 Tickets Roller derby originated in Chicago in the 1930s, when Leo Seltzer and Damon Runyon added physical contact and teamwork to marathon roller skating races. Taking off in popularity, the sport continued evolving and the level of spectacle increased over the decades.  Come see Chicago's number one women's roller derby league with these 2 tickets. They play at the UIC Pavilion, 525 S Racine, Chicago, IL.