Since talking to Katy, Elliot had to admit he'd been kind of avoiding Lars, using his own Quidditch practice as an excuse, but he wasn't about to miss the first game of the year. He'd and Lily had grabbed the sign she'd made for Lars in the previous year and made their way to the stands, cheering and yelling for Lars as the players entered the pitch, even though Lars likely wouldn't be playing today.
Slytherin immediately grabbed position and Elliot held his breath as they lined up to score, letting out a sigh of relief at Simon was able to block the shot. It was going to be interesting when Simon graduated next year, since the chances of Lars playing regularly as the 'Claw keeper were almost certain.