Consolation Cup Provides Alternative to US Quidditch Cup

By Danielle Lehmann 

For many teams who did not earn a bid for US Quidditch Cup 10, competing against out-of-region teams is no longer a possibility. Last year, however, Texas State Quidditch changed that prospect for many who just missed out on national-level play. Texas State returns with Consolation Cup II this weekend, when 22 teams (Editor’s Note: One team has dropped from Consolation Cup II, but as of press time the identity of this team has not been confirmed) make their way across the United States to compete in the intense tournament.

SAVAGE Looking to Become the Ultimate Quidditch Apparel Company

By Audrey Wheeler 

A-Line jerseys and Petersons gear are a well-known sight to see running across the pitch, but a new all-star is rising that goes by the name of SAVAGE, the Ultimate Apparel Company. Known for sponsoring Team USA and the underdog Team Uganda, SAVAGE is the main jersey provider for MLQ and has gained increasing popularity amongst teams in all regions in the United States.

Double Trouble: Beating with a Buddy

By Diana Schulberg

The bond between beater partners is one of trust, reliance, and possibly too much dependency. As the sport of quidditch grows exponentially, the average size of teams becomes less exclusive and larger in general. This wider pool of players has presented teams with more strategic options in terms of player organization and tactics but has also begun to call into question one of the traditional practices of quidditch: that of beater partners.  

The Rebirth of Fédération Québécoise de Quidditch | La Renaissance de la Fédération Québécoise de Quidditch

By François Carabin

Traduction française plus bas.

After sustaining rapid growth during its first three years of existence, the Fédération Québécoise de Quidditch (FQQ) slowly faded away in 2016 when it saw most of its activities disappear. With the arrival of 2017, the Federation is looking to revive and be more effective. Emmanuelle Rheault, FQQ President, will come back in 2017 after a brief absence, with the goal of modifying the mission of the FQQ in order to help revive it.

Gender Rule Excludes Womens Colleges

By Taylor Veracka

What does quidditch have in common with horseback riding? For now, the sports’ only similarity is the fact that both allow all genders to compete with and against one another, though many hold out hope that quidditch will eventually join equestrianism in the Olympic Games. Gender inclusivity is something that not only sets quidditch apart from most other sports but also presents many unique challenges, specifically in governing the politics of a full-contact sport where all genders can participate.

Hannah Monty Down Under

By Danielle Lehmann

On the field, Hannah Monty makes tackling bludgers and shooting quaffles look easy, but she’s much more than a really good quidditch player. Off the field, Monty juggles being team captain, vice president of the Australian Quidditch Association, law school, additional sports, and the recent title of ‘world traveler.’  

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