Private Message to Professor Raz

[alt_cedric]

Could we talk about Quidditch? Specifically what you think my chances of going pro are. If you have any advice about my final two games of the year for impressing the scouts (I'm not asking to for an advantage over Slytherin! Just in relation to the scouts) or if you think I'd have a better chance at open try outs. Is there someone still working inside the game you might recommend I write to?

I also wanted to find a time to get a bit more practice in on the most recent assignment. Something seems to not work right for me, I don't know if it's wand work, the incantation or something else, but I feel fuzzyheaded after casting it which I'm sure is not an acceptable side effect for a spell cast mid duel. Let me know if you just want me to show up at your next office hours or if you'd rather I come by some other time.

Comments

[alt_rabastan]

It's been said that I'm always up for talking about quidditch. But yeah, if you're considering that route, then we should talk. Specifically about clocking some pitch time as something other than seeker- chaser is what I'd recommend. Seeker is a highly specialised position and while I realise you're the best at it in your House, I think your build is a bit too strapping for a professional. Most teams like to have a deep bench on the chaser side, and while you might have to sit there until you prove yourself, I think you have the skills and dedication to get a scout's attention.

There's probably other things we should talk about, like the lifestyle and temptations other things that go along with being a pro. Different teams have different things that they're known for, different reputations, and we want to make sure that you end up somewhere where you'll fit in and feel comfortable.

As for the assignment, come along to my hours today, if you have time, and we'll go over that, too. My guess is that you're over-doing it on the wrist movement, which is easily corrected.

[alt_cedric]

I was afraid you'd say that about seeker. I love the position so much. Chaser. I'll have to think carefully about that. Particularly if it would be fair to bench someone to promote my career.

I would be happy to discuss other stuff with you, but I suspect I know some of what you have to say on the other topics. I had a big taste of the ups and downs of fame last year with the TriWizard. And I saw what happened with Hewett. I know, in my head, about that sort of danger though I doubt anyone really knows how they'll respond to extreme stress until they are thrown in the deep end.

I'll come to your office hours tomorrow and we can work on the wand motions. If there aren't too many other students who need help we can talk quidditch.

[alt_rabastan]

You could always talk to your team. Maybe one of them would be willing to sacrifice their position this year for the sake of your career (bribery might help, too, though don't tell anyone I said that).

If you can't get any pitch time this year, your other option might be to spend a season on a non-professional league, see if you can build up your skills and get noticed.