Team Indigenous, empowering native athletes through roller derby

April Fournier, co-founder of Team Indigenous, emphasizes the importance of visibility for native people in roller derby. She shares her journey and the inspiration behind forming a team of Indigenous athletes. The team communicates through video conferencing and participates in events like Roller Con. Team Indigenous focuses on community and representation rather than competition, celebrating shared experiences and cultural identity.

What is the significance of representation for Indigenous athletes according to the text?

What motivated the creation of Team Indigenous?

How does April Fournier describe her experience of being a person of color in roller Derby?

What does April Fournier mean when she says Team Indigenous is not about wins and losses?

Describe the community aspect of Team Indigenous as mentioned in the text.