Quidditch
Events [30]
Harry Potter and the Philosophers Stone [B1]
Diagon Alley [B1-C5]
76-79
Draco Brags About His Quidditch Skills And His Ambition To Join His House Team
While being fitted for robes, Harry meets Draco Malfoy, a haughty boy who introduces him to wizarding bloodline prejudices and unwittingly sets the stage for their future rivalry.
While being fitted for robes, Harry meets Draco Malfoy, a haughty boy who introduces him to wizarding bloodline prejudices and unwittingly sets the stage for their future rivalry.
79-80
Hagrid Describes Quidditch As A Popular Wizarding Sport Played On Broomsticks
Hagrid describes Quidditch, the wizarding sport, and explains the four Hogwarts houses, reassuring Harry about his place in the school despite his anxieties.
Hagrid describes Quidditch, the wizarding sport, and explains the four Hogwarts houses, reassuring Harry about his place in the school despite his anxieties.
The Journey from Platform Nine and Three-Quarters [B1-C6]
98-101
Charlie’s Role As Quidditch Captain Adds To Ron’s Sense Of Inferiority
Ron and Harry share stories about their families. Ron reveals the challenges of growing up in a large wizarding family and the feeling of living in his brothers’ shadows, while Harry reflects on his life with the Dursleys.
Ron and Harry share stories about their families. Ron reveals the challenges of growing up in a large wizarding family and the feeling of living in his brothers’ shadows, while Harry reflects on his life with the Dursleys.
106-108
Ron Enthusiastically Explains Quidditch To Harry
Ron shares his fears about being sorted into Slytherin and not living up to his family's legacy. He explains that his whole family has been in Gryffindor, and he worries that he won't meet expectations.
Ron shares his fears about being sorted into Slytherin and not living up to his family's legacy. He explains that his whole family has been in Gryffindor, and he worries that he won't meet expectations.
The Sorting Hat [B1-C7]
126-128
Quidditch Trials Are Announced For The Second Week Of Term
Dumbledore concludes the feast with start-of-term announcements, warning students to avoid the Forbidden Forest and the third-floor corridor. He then leads the school in a humorous rendition of the Hogwarts song.
Dumbledore concludes the feast with start-of-term announcements, warning students to avoid the Forbidden Forest and the third-floor corridor. He then leads the school in a humorous rendition of the Hogwarts song.
The Midnight Duel [B1-C9]
143-145
Wizarding Students Constantly Talk About Quidditch
A notice in the Gryffindor common room announces the start of flying lessons, revealing that Gryffindor and Slytherin will learn together. Harry dreads the lessons, fearing embarrassment in front of Malfoy, as students discuss Quidditch and their broomstick experiences.
A notice in the Gryffindor common room announces the start of flying lessons, revealing that Gryffindor and Slytherin will learn together. Harry dreads the lessons, fearing embarrassment in front of Malfoy, as students discuss Quidditch and their broomstick experiences.
145-147
Quidditch Is Mentioned As a Major School Sport During Flying Practice
During the first flying lesson, Neville panics and accidentally launches into the air before Madam Hooch’s signal. He falls and breaks his wrist, requiring Madam Hooch to escort him to the hospital wing, leaving the class unsupervised.
During the first flying lesson, Neville panics and accidentally launches into the air before Madam Hooch’s signal. He falls and breaks his wrist, requiring Madam Hooch to escort him to the hospital wing, leaving the class unsupervised.
150-152
McGonagall And Wood Discuss Gryffindor’s Quidditch Prospects With Harry As Seeker
Instead of punishing Harry, Professor McGonagall introduces him to Oliver Wood, the captain of the Gryffindor Quidditch team. Impressed by Harry’s natural flying ability, Wood eagerly welcomes Harry as their new Seeker.
Instead of punishing Harry, Professor McGonagall introduces him to Oliver Wood, the captain of the Gryffindor Quidditch team. Impressed by Harry’s natural flying ability, Wood eagerly welcomes Harry as their new Seeker.
152-153
Gryffindor’s Quidditch Prospects Improve With Harry Joining The Team
Harry shares the news of becoming the youngest Seeker in a century with Ron. Fred and George Weasley, also Quidditch players, express their excitement, confident that Gryffindor can win the Quidditch Cup this year.
Harry shares the news of becoming the youngest Seeker in a century with Ron. Fred and George Weasley, also Quidditch players, express their excitement, confident that Gryffindor can win the Quidditch Cup this year.
Hallowe'en [B1-C10]
167-169
Quidditch Is Introduced As A Sport With Four Types Of Balls And Seven Player Roles
Gryffindor’s Quidditch Captain, Oliver Wood, takes Harry to the Quidditch field for the first time and begins his training as Seeker. Wood explains the fundamental roles of Chasers, the Keeper, and Beaters, illustrating each player’s responsibilities in handling the Quaffle and Bludgers. Wood emphasizes the physical demands of the game and Harry’s unique role.
Gryffindor’s Quidditch Captain, Oliver Wood, takes Harry to the Quidditch field for the first time and begins his training as Seeker. Wood explains the fundamental roles of Chasers, the Keeper, and Beaters, illustrating each player’s responsibilities in handling the Quaffle and Bludgers. Wood emphasizes the physical demands of the game and Harry’s unique role.
169-170
Quidditch Training Highlights The Challenges And Strategy Of Playing As A Seeker
Wood introduces Harry to the elusive Golden Snitch, the pivotal element in Quidditch that the Seeker must catch to secure victory. They begin Harry’s training with golf balls to hone his agility and speed, which Harry performs well, impressing Wood. This first experience reinforces Harry’s potential and Gryffindor’s hopes for the upcoming matches.
Wood introduces Harry to the elusive Golden Snitch, the pivotal element in Quidditch that the Seeker must catch to secure victory. They begin Harry’s training with golf balls to hone his agility and speed, which Harry performs well, impressing Wood. This first experience reinforces Harry’s potential and Gryffindor’s hopes for the upcoming matches.
Quidditch [B1-C11]
180-181
Harry Learns About Quidditch Fouls and the Role of the Seeker
As November ushers in cold weather at Hogwarts, Hagrid defrosts broomsticks for the start of the Quidditch season. Harry trains intensely for his first match under Wood’s guidance. Despite efforts to keep his role as Seeker a secret, rumors spread, leading to mixed reactions. Hermione supports Harry with his studies, strengthening their budding friendship after the troll incident.
As November ushers in cold weather at Hogwarts, Hagrid defrosts broomsticks for the start of the Quidditch season. Harry trains intensely for his first match under Wood’s guidance. Despite efforts to keep his role as Seeker a secret, rumors spread, leading to mixed reactions. Hermione supports Harry with his studies, strengthening their budding friendship after the troll incident.
183-184
The School Gathers to Watch the Highly Anticipated Quidditch Match
On the morning of his first Quidditch match, Harry struggles with nerves but gains confidence when Gryffindor supporters unveil a colorful banner reading “Potter for President.” The show of support lifts his spirits as he prepares for the game.
On the morning of his first Quidditch match, Harry struggles with nerves but gains confidence when Gryffindor supporters unveil a colorful banner reading “Potter for President.” The show of support lifts his spirits as he prepares for the game.
184-185
The Team Prepares for the Highly Anticipated Match Against Slytherin
Before the match, Oliver Wood delivers an impassioned pep talk to the Gryffindor Quidditch team. Fred and George humorously interrupt, lightening the mood, but the team remains focused, determined to secure victory against Slytherin.
Before the match, Oliver Wood delivers an impassioned pep talk to the Gryffindor Quidditch team. Fred and George humorously interrupt, lightening the mood, but the team remains focused, determined to secure victory against Slytherin.
The Mirror of Erised [B1-C12]
194-195
Malfoy Mocks Harry’s Success As Gryffindor’s Seeker
With Hogwarts blanketed in snow, students anticipate the holidays. Fred and George Weasley charm snowballs to pelt Quirinus Quirrell’s turban, while Hagrid nurses storm-weary owls. Draco Malfoy mocks Harry for staying at Hogwarts during Christmas, but Harry looks forward to celebrating with Ron and the Weasleys.
With Hogwarts blanketed in snow, students anticipate the holidays. Fred and George Weasley charm snowballs to pelt Quirinus Quirrell’s turban, while Hagrid nurses storm-weary owls. Draco Malfoy mocks Harry for staying at Hogwarts during Christmas, but Harry looks forward to celebrating with Ron and the Weasleys.
209-210
Quidditch And Its Glory Momentarily Pale Against Harry’s Obsession With The Mirror
Harry brings Ron to see the Mirror of Erised, where Ron sees himself as Head Boy and Quidditch captain. The boys argue over whose turn it is to use the mirror before being interrupted by Mrs. Norris, prompting a hasty retreat.
Harry brings Ron to see the Mirror of Erised, where Ron sees himself as Head Boy and Quidditch captain. The boys argue over whose turn it is to use the mirror before being interrupted by Mrs. Norris, prompting a hasty retreat.
210-211
Ron Sees Himself As Quidditch Captain In The Mirror
Ron looks into the Mirror of Erised and sees his deepest desires: himself as Head Boy, Quidditch captain, and holder of the House Cup. Harry’s desire to see his parents again clashes with Ron’s vision of personal success, leading to tension between the friends.
Ron looks into the Mirror of Erised and sees his deepest desires: himself as Head Boy, Quidditch captain, and holder of the House Cup. Harry’s desire to see his parents again clashes with Ron’s vision of personal success, leading to tension between the friends.
Nicolas Flamel [B1-C13]
216-217
Quidditch Practice Intensifies As Gryffindor Prepares For A Crucial Match
As Gryffindor intensifies Quidditch practice to secure a win against Hufflepuff, the team learns Snape will referee the match. Concerned about Snape’s bias, Harry shares his worries with Ron and Hermione, who suggest extreme measures to keep him off the field. Harry resolves to play despite his fears.
As Gryffindor intensifies Quidditch practice to secure a win against Hufflepuff, the team learns Snape will referee the match. Concerned about Snape’s bias, Harry shares his worries with Ron and Hermione, who suggest extreme measures to keep him off the field. Harry resolves to play despite his fears.
220-222
Harry Prepares To Play Despite Snape Refereeing The Match
With the Quidditch match against Hufflepuff approaching, Harry grows increasingly nervous about Snape’s role as referee. His suspicions deepen as Snape’s behavior becomes more menacing, and he worries about the professor’s knowledge of their discovery of the Sorcerer’s Stone.
With the Quidditch match against Hufflepuff approaching, Harry grows increasingly nervous about Snape’s role as referee. His suspicions deepen as Snape’s behavior becomes more menacing, and he worries about the professor’s knowledge of their discovery of the Sorcerer’s Stone.
221-222
The Gryffindor Team Faces A High-Stakes Match Against Slytherin
Before Gryffindor’s Quidditch match, Ron and Hermione sit in the stands with Neville, secretly practicing the Leg Locker Curse to use against Snape if he threatens Harry. Despite their concerns, they hope for Harry’s success on the field.
Before Gryffindor’s Quidditch match, Ron and Hermione sit in the stands with Neville, secretly practicing the Leg Locker Curse to use against Snape if he threatens Harry. Despite their concerns, they hope for Harry’s success on the field.
Norbert the Norwegian Ridgeback [B1-C14]
238-239
Ron Blames His Quidditch Altercation With Malfoy For The Current Situation
After being bitten by Norbert, Ron’s hand swells dangerously, and he ends up in the hospital wing. Draco Malfoy steals a book containing Charlie’s letter, learning about their plan. The trio resolves to carry out the transfer despite the increased risk.
After being bitten by Norbert, Ron’s hand swells dangerously, and he ends up in the hospital wing. Draco Malfoy steals a book containing Charlie’s letter, learning about their plan. The trio resolves to carry out the transfer despite the increased risk.
The Forbidden Forest [B1-C15]
243-244
Harry Reflects On Losing The Points He Earned In Quidditch
Harry Potter, Hermione Granger, and Neville Longbottom face Professor McGonagall’s wrath after their midnight excursion. She deducts 150 points from Gryffindor, placing their house at the bottom of the standings, and assigns all three detention.
Harry Potter, Hermione Granger, and Neville Longbottom face Professor McGonagall’s wrath after their midnight excursion. She deducts 150 points from Gryffindor, placing their house at the bottom of the standings, and assigns all three detention.
244-245
Harry’s Quidditch Heroics Are Overshadowed By His Mistake
After losing 150 points, Harry Potter becomes the target of resentment among Gryffindor, Ravenclaw, and Hufflepuff students, who blame him for jeopardizing their chance to defeat Slytherin in the House Cup.
After losing 150 points, Harry Potter becomes the target of resentment among Gryffindor, Ravenclaw, and Hufflepuff students, who blame him for jeopardizing their chance to defeat Slytherin in the House Cup.
245-246
Quidditch No Longer Feels Fun For Harry Amid Team Resentment
Feeling guilty over losing points for Gryffindor, Harry Potter offers to resign from the Quidditch team. However, Oliver Wood refuses, emphasizing Harry’s importance to their chances in future matches, even as team tensions linger.
Feeling guilty over losing points for Gryffindor, Harry Potter offers to resign from the Quidditch team. However, Oliver Wood refuses, emphasizing Harry’s importance to their chances in future matches, even as team tensions linger.
259-261
Ron Mentions Quidditch In His Sleep Before Harry Wakes Him
After returning to the common room, Harry shares his harrowing experience with Ron and Hermione. He comes to the terrifying conclusion that Severus Snape is trying to steal the Sorcerer's Stone for Lord Voldemort, who waits to return to power. Harry is now more determined than ever to prevent this from happening.
After returning to the common room, Harry shares his harrowing experience with Ron and Hermione. He comes to the terrifying conclusion that Severus Snape is trying to steal the Sorcerer's Stone for Lord Voldemort, who waits to return to power. Harry is now more determined than ever to prevent this from happening.
Through the Trapdoor [B1-C16]
262-263
Ron Mentions Quidditch To Lighten The Mood Amid Harry’s Concerns
As final exams approach, Harry Potter battles mounting anxiety over Lord Voldemort’s possible return. His scar pains him frequently, nightmares of the hooded figure haunt him, and his fear distracts him during testing. Despite this, Harry, Ron, and Hermione complete their exams, trying to reassure themselves that the Stone remains safe under Dumbledore’s watch.
As final exams approach, Harry Potter battles mounting anxiety over Lord Voldemort’s possible return. His scar pains him frequently, nightmares of the hooded figure haunt him, and his fear distracts him during testing. Despite this, Harry, Ron, and Hermione complete their exams, trying to reassure themselves that the Stone remains safe under Dumbledore’s watch.
The Man with Two Faces [B1-C17]
288-290
Quirrell Attempted To Kill Harry During A Quidditch Match
Harry Potter confronts Quirinus Quirrell and learns he was the mastermind behind attempts to steal the Sorcerer’s Stone. Quirrell reveals his role in the Halloween troll attack and his collaboration with Voldemort to regain power.
Harry Potter confronts Quirinus Quirrell and learns he was the mastermind behind attempts to steal the Sorcerer’s Stone. Quirrell reveals his role in the Halloween troll attack and his collaboration with Voldemort to regain power.
306-307
Harry Compares The Joy Of This Evening To His Thrilling Quidditch Victories
Gryffindor triumphs over Slytherin after Dumbledore’s last-minute point awards, changing the decorations in the Great Hall and igniting a joyous celebration.
Gryffindor triumphs over Slytherin after Dumbledore’s last-minute point awards, changing the decorations in the Great Hall and igniting a joyous celebration.
Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets [B2]
The Worst Birthday [B2-C1]
3-4
Harry Longs to Play Quidditch Again
After the argument, Harry reflects on his miserable summer with the Dursleys. He misses Hogwarts and everything about it, including Quidditch, his classes (except Snape's), and his friends. Meanwhile, the Dursleys have locked away all of Harry's magical belongings and padlocked Hedwig's cage to prevent her from sending messages to the wizarding world. Harry feels trapped and isolated.
After the argument, Harry reflects on his miserable summer with the Dursleys. He misses Hogwarts and everything about it, including Quidditch, his classes (except Snape's), and his friends. Meanwhile, the Dursleys have locked away all of Harry's magical belongings and padlocked Hedwig's cage to prevent her from sending messages to the wizarding world. Harry feels trapped and isolated.
7-8
Harry Misses Playing Quidditch More Than Anything Else at Hogwarts
After being dismissed by the Dursleys, Harry goes outside and sits on the garden bench, feeling lonely on his birthday. He reflects on how much he misses Hogwarts and his best friends, Ron Weasley and Hermione Granger, who have not written to him all summer. Harry wonders if they have forgotten him, and he feels disconnected from the magical world.
After being dismissed by the Dursleys, Harry goes outside and sits on the garden bench, feeling lonely on his birthday. He reflects on how much he misses Hogwarts and his best friends, Ron Weasley and Hermione Granger, who have not written to him all summer. Harry wonders if they have forgotten him, and he feels disconnected from the magical world.
