The referee flew out to the center of the pitch where the crowd was already waiting in the surrounding stands for the start of the game. Every player was announced from each team as they flew out onto the pitch to the approval of the cheering crowd. It was time to begin!

As the teams took their sides and got into position, the referee addressed the crowd with his voice magically amplified. "Welcome to today's match between the youth teams of Ireland and Norway! The winner of today's game will determine this year's international youth champion. Good luck to both teams!" It went without saying that he expected them to play fairly.

The shrill sound of his whistle was heard as he threw the quaffle into the air for one of the chasers to catch it.