Mark it on the calendar: October 4 is opening day for the 2026–27 roller speed skating season, with SSL leagues from coast to coast hitting the floor for their first practices and league nights.
What's new this season
- The Triple Crown returns. The three-state series is back on the schedule — three championship-level meets, one crown. Watch the meet schedule as dates lock in.
- More leagues than ever. Eight active leagues across twenty states, and growing. Find the one near you on the leagues page.
- Results, rankings, and skater profiles keep getting better — every race your skater skates shows up on their SSL profile.
New to the sport?
Roller speed skating is one of the best-kept secrets in youth sports — fast, affordable, and family-run at almost every rink. Kids race kids their own age, from Tiny Tots (5 and under) all the way up. Reach out through your local league's page and they'll get your skater started.
Start with our getting started guide, or jump straight to finding a league near you.
Returning families
Check your league's page for practice schedules, and make sure your skater's SSL profile is up to date — age divisions for the new season are set by your skater's age on January 1.
See you on the line. 🛼