For visitors to this site, it’s evident that Harry Potter is a beloved topic. What might be overlooked is that if someone is having fun impersonating me, they could end up crafting an extensive piece about Ron Weasley’s wish to defeat the Boston Red Sox. Major League Baseball holds as much importance in my hometown of Boston as Quidditch does. In other words, I enjoy reading about the Quidditch Cup in the series. With the 2025 baseball season kicking off this week, I want to discuss how the four houses rank according to the loyalty of their fans, and it’s not looking great for Slytherin.
### 1. Worst: Slytherin
Professor Snape, the head of Slytherin House, is known for his support of his house in class, but he’s also recognized as an unpopular victor in Quidditch. He may have good intentions when officiating the match in “Harry Potter and the Philosopher’s Stone,” yet his tendency to bend the rules raises serious concerns. Professor McGonagall often laments Snape’s pride in Slytherin’s victories.
Slytherin’s negative reputation may stem from their anti-Weasley agenda in “Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix.” Ron, who faces ridicule during practices and even in the hallway, is targeted by Slytherin, who creates distracting and derogatory songs during his first game. This behavior not only embarrasses Ron’s family and undermines his Quidditch talents but also triggers a reaction from the Weasley family. I recall witnessing someone hurling offensive names at a player, and I took the opportunity to tell my young nephew that I never want to emulate such rudeness, as my love for the game is crucial. I wish Slytherin students could have attended that conversation.
### 2. A Little Better: Hufflepuff
It pains me to place Hufflepuff second, as they have excellent students, with Cedric Diggory exemplifying good sportsmanship from his introduction. Generally, I lean towards Hufflepuff as my favorite house.
However, issues arose in “Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire,” where Cedric fails to defend Harry’s position during a dispute. In “Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince,” the irritating Zakaria Smith temporarily takes over as a Quidditch commentator, making biased remarks about Ron’s role as the Gryffindor Keeper, deeming his successes as mere luck.
### 3. Bad Example: Gryffindor
Let’s start with Hermione. It’s bad enough that she uses the Confundus Charm on Cormac McLaggen, but she does it to her fellow house members too. This behavior is simply unacceptable.
In “Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban,” Gryffindors often lose their composure leading up to the Quidditch finals, culminating in an incident that sends students to the hospital wing. In “Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix,” Fred and George go too far by trapping Montague in an enchanted cabinet, causing significant harm.
### 4. Lying Low and Taking High Altitude: Ravenclaw
I remember a fellow student who was likable and a good representation of Ravenclaw. They had a successful Quidditch match in Harry’s absence during his first book, but I don’t see them overshadowing other students. Although Cho Chang faces injury challenges, she remains popular and well-supported by her peers.
In summary, Ravenclaw demonstrates good sportsmanship, and for me, it embodies a positive fandom and team spirit.
Whether you’re a fan of the game or a loyal supporter of a house, strive to set a positive example. And remember, Weasley is our king.
