The groups that oversee the “Harry Potter”-inspired sport say the new name will allow it to grow and separate itself from the contentious author.
The groups that oversee the"Harry Potter"-inspired sport say the new name will allow it to grow and separate itself from the contentious authorReal-life quidditch, based on a magical game in"Harry Potter," has announced a new name for the sport: quadball.announced last year that they planned to change the nameFirst, they said the name change was part of an effort to “distance themselves from the works of J.K.
Second, they said the name “quidditch” is trademarked by Warner Bros., and, as a result, the sport’s broadcast and sponsorship opportunities have been limited.Download NBC 5 Dallas-Fort Worth
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