Canada National Quidditch Team History and Achievements
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- Canada's best international finish was 3rd place at the 2014 IQA Global Games.
- The 2012 team was formed just two months before the championships with no formal tryouts.
- The 2014 selection process involved 74 candidates across two physical tryout locations and video submissions.
The Canada national quidditch team represents Canada in international quidditch competitions sanctioned by the International Quidditch Association (IQA). Since its debut in 2012, the team has evolved from a loosely assembled group of enthusiasts into a rigorously selected national squad competing on the world stage.
History and Early Competitions
The team made its first appearance at the 2012 IQA Summer Games in Oxford, UK. Because the team was formed only two months prior to the event, there were no formal tryouts; the roster consisted of players from Ontario, British Columbia, and Québec who were able to travel to the UK. Canada finished 4th out of five teams, struggling with a small roster and lack of experience compared to powerhouses like the USA and France.
The 2014 IQA Global Games
By 2014, the selection process became significantly more professional. The team held rigorous tryouts in Kingston, Ontario, and Vancouver, British Columbia, as well as accepting video submissions, drawing 74 candidates. The final roster featured players from prestigious institutions including the University of British Columbia, University of Ottawa, University of Toronto, and McGill University.
Competing at the Burnaby Lake sports complex in Burnaby, BC, Canada secured a third-place finish, trailing only the United States and Australia.
World Cup Performances
2016 IQA World Cup
At the 2016 World Cup in Frankfurt, Germany, under the leadership of head captain Chris Radojewski, Canada reached the semi-finals. They ultimately finished 4th after losses to Australia in the semi-finals and the United Kingdom in the bronze medal match.
2018 IQA World Cup
The 2018 tournament in Florence, Italy, saw Michael Howard take over as head captain. Canada competed in Group E and faced teams from Group F. Despite a strong start with wins over Switzerland, Norway, and New Zealand, a loss to Spain and a subsequent defeat by Turkey in the 9th-place seed match pushed them into the consolation brackets. Canada finished the tournament in 9th place after securing wins against the Czech Republic, Norway, and Spain.
Team Identity and Jerseys
The team's visual identity has evolved over time. The original 2012 jerseys, designed by David Danos, were discontinued due to their striking similarity to the Hockey Canada logo.
On May 29, 2014, Quidditch Canada introduced a new design by Adam Robillard, featuring a stylized maple leaf on a black background.
Competitive Summary
| Year | Tournament | Location | Placement |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2012 | IQA Summer Games | Oxford, UK | 4th |
| 2014 | IQA Global Games | Burnaby, BC | 3rd |
| 2016 | IQA World Cup | Frankfurt, Germany | 4th |
| 2018 | IQA World Cup | Florence, Italy | 9th |
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When did the Canada national quidditch team first compete?
The team made its debut in 2012 at the IQA Summer Games in Oxford, UK.
Why were the 2012 jerseys discontinued?
They were discontinued because the design was too similar to the Hockey Canada logo.
Who was the head captain for the 2018 IQA World Cup team?
Michael Howard served as the head captain for the 2018 team in Florence, Italy.