Playing the Golden Snitch
During play the Seekers are patrolling the field waiting for
the opportunity to catch the Golden Snitch when it is thrown
by one of the Snitchers. The Snitchers, like the referees,
are not part of either team. They are considered auxillary
officials who control one very important aspect of the game.
Throwing the Snitch
The two Snitchers move along the boundaries and sail the Golden
Snitch over the field at random intervals. When throwing the
Golden Snitch the Snitcher must aim for a position mid way
between both Seekers. It is not necessary to have the
Seekers looking at the Snitcher when the Golden Snitch is thrown.
In addition to the Golden Snitch the Snitchers have a number of
"fake" Snitches (black frizbees without a gold ball in them)
which they throw to misdirect the Seekers.
Snitch Throwing Times
One of the Snitchers must throw the Snitch at least once in
every 5 minute interval. A throw of the Snitch
does not count if it does not travel a minimum of 15
feet in bounds. It is counted, however, if caught by a
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before traveling 15 feet. The "fake" Snitches may be
thrown as often as desired.
Catching the Golden Snitch
If a Seeker catches the Golden Snitch the game is over.
In order for the catch to count the Seeker must catch and
hold the Snitch while it is still in the air. If the
Snitch is dropped the catch does not count. If the Snitch
touches the ground it is out of play and must be avoided by
all players as the Snitcher retrieves it.
Scoring with the Golden Snitch
If a Seeker catches the Golden Snitch his/her team receives
150 points and the game is over.
Interference and the Golden Snitch
No player, with the exception of the Seekers, is allowed to
touch or interfere with the flight of the Snitch. If a player,
other than the Seeker, touches the Snitch while it is in flight
his/her team will be penalized 5 points. If a player other
than a Seeker deliberately knocks the Golden Snitch down to
prevent the Seeker from the opposing team from catching it
that player's team is penalized 25 points.
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