About Quadball
How to play Quadball
Quadball (formerly Quidditch) is a modern, mixed-gender full-contact sport that combines elements of rugby, handball and dodgeball. The result is a dynamic, tactically demanding team sport that requires speed, game awareness and teamwork in equal measure.
What makes Quadball special is that four balls are in play at the same time. This means that several situations unfold simultaneously: while one team is trying to score, other players are competing for control of the dodgeballs, while at the same time, players are preparing to catch the flag. As a result, every match is varied and requires constant communication and quick tactical decisions.
A central feature of the sport is its inclusivity. Quadball is played in mixed-gender teams to enable everyone to participate in competitive sports on an equal footing, regardless of gender. Different skills and playing styles complement each other on the field, making teamwork all the more important.
The sport originated in the Harry Potter books. Since then, however, it has developed into an independent sport in its own right. Today, Quadball is played around the world and continues to evolve: national leagues, international tournaments and even World Cups are held.
Playing field & Equipment
- Rectangular playing field (approx. 60 × 33 m) with three hoops at different heights at each end of the field
- A keeper zone in front of the hoops and a midline divide the playing field
- Seven players per team are on the field at the same time
- All players keep a plastic stick between their legs throughout the entire game
- Four balls are in play at the same time
1 Volleyball (Quaffel) used to score goals
3 Dodgeballs (Bludger) used to knock out opposing players
The Flag (a tennis ball attached to a sock) is worn at the waistband of a neutral Flag Runner. Catching the Flag awards additional points and ends the game.
Positions
Chaser
- Headband: White
- Score Goals with the Volleyball
- Shape attacking and defensive play
- Three Chaser per Team
Keeper
- Headband: Green
- Defends the hoops
- Starts the next attack after gaining possession by making the ball live
- One per team
Beater
- Headband: Black
- Play with the Dodgeballs
- Knock out opposing players and create space for their team
- Two Beater per team
Seeker
- Headband: Yellow
- Come into play after 20 minutes
- Try to catch the Flag from the Flag Runner
- Catching the Flag awards additional points and ends the game
- One per team
What makes Quadball unique?
- Mixed Gender: Teams play with people of different gender identities on the field together. The Three-Maximum Rule ensures that a maximum of three players of the same gender can be on the field at the same time.
- Inclusive: Quadball allows people with different strengths and backgrounds to play sports together on an equal footing.
- Full-contact: Permitted physical contact, tackles and blocks make Quadball an intense and dynamic sport.
- Multitasking: With the stick between their legs, players have to run, pass, throw and keep track of multiple situations on the field at the same time.
- Tactically demanding: Multiple balls and different positions create constantly changing situations that require quick decisions.
- Played worldwide Quadball is now played in numerous countries across all continents, bringing teams together at national and international tournaments