I am only a casual UW fan -- S.O. is a Coug, for cryin' out loud -- but wanting to know more behind the Pac-12 implosion helped draw me to subscribe. Another reason is much more personal, one that stems from having worked with your uncle at The Journal-American in Bellevue back in the 1980s. His loss affected so many of us, and your moving and heartfelt tribute to him won me over. I see a lot his writing in yours -- not through imitation but through solid reporting, creativity and turn of phrase -- and I find it gratifying to see the Jim Caple legacy being carried on so well. Carry on.
Christian, On Montlake has been a gift. Even though I moved to North Carolina 3 years ago, your courageous venture has provided me with the best Husky coverage, and encouraged me to share "deep thoughts" about my favorite football team. :) At the age of 75, it has become one of my most enjoyable and enriching retirement activities. I especially like the fact that you, and most of the subscribers, haven't descended into snark and sports hate. You're a voice of reason even as you celebrate our Husky heroes. Best of luck going forward. I hope you make a lot of money!
cancelled both my NYT and Athletic subscriptions after they let you and Corey go. would do it again in a heartbeat. congratulations on a fantastic year and I'm so excited to continue following you here. you do incredible work, Christian.
Brag away, this site is awesome and pretty indisputably the best coverage of uw out there. Somehow you’ve struck the impossible balance of staying objective while keeping the tone and spirit of the fan base
My son started at UW in the fall of 2020. As a lifelong Californian, I knew little about the university, but as a sports fan, I was eager to get up to speed. It did not take me long to figure out that your reporting was an indispensable way to feel like an instant insider with the football program, not just for game coverage, but also the history and tradition of the program. We all slogged together through a couple of tough years for students and the football program but your writing kept me engaged in the program.
As things started to turn around in 2022 for my son and the UW football team, I enjoyed being a new fan, and was bummed to think that I would lose out on your insight just as things were getting really good. I made the choice to follow you to your new endeavor, and have been very happy that I did.
Like you, I was ceremoniously and unexpectedly shown the door in mid-career last year. I found a new position easily enough, but unlike you, I was not brave enough to start my own thing. I admire your determination, and congratulate you on your success.
My son just took his last class as an undergraduate on Friday. That makes me happy and proud, but also a little sad because I was enjoying the ride and wasn’t ready for it to be over. I originally thought I would subscribe to On Montlake for this year and then let it go. But you have made me a fan, so I think I’ll stick around. Keep up the great work, and congratulations on a remarkable year.
Been reading your articles since you wrote for The Daily when we were both undergrads. I’m glad to hear On Montlake has been a success, but no surprise, you’re doing incredible work Christian.
You don’t simply chronicle events; you bring a journalists eyes and ears to the pieces you write. The depth of your insights comes through in your work. It’s a pleasure to read.
Best UW coverage. Hands down. Great dude as well. You were the *only* one who dug deep during the Jimmy Lake disaster and fallout (back in the ATH days) in addition to all the things that have occurred within the UW program since. You also understand the market and reader base - while many predecessor's of yours simply could never figure out. Not just saying this b/c I enjoyed running into you occasionally while I worked in that business. Saying it b/c your work is exemplary. Talent is talent - and should be recognized. So happy you're the boss of you - in an industry whose corporate bean counters shit on a lot of good people and journalism. I know from experience (not the good person part but you get the idea). Good things happen to good people. Fuck yeah Christian!
Dude. Fire up your own M's substack. Take Caple out to lunch on my dime (make it hurt - I'll venmo you guys once it's scheduled) and pick his brain on how to get it off the ground. You can start your coverage with an epic amount of salary dumping by the M's, work your way into how Amazon's investment is going to impact Root Sports, then continue with finding out which idiot threw up the PowerPoint in front of Stanton that mapped out spending on fireworks nights and bobblehead giveaways vs. signing legit players. Before you know it, it will be opening day and the real fun begins. We need you.
Great piece. You were the first podcast/ blog, online service I’ve ever subscribed to and still the only one. I appreciate your leap of faith both in yourself and your audience. I think you should be extremely proud.
Thank you for the great coverage of a football team who’s always had my whole heart. 💜 💛. I love the behind-the-scenes stories as well. Thank you for chronicling Rome’s journey home and all the other amazing (and not so great) things that happened last season and will continue to happen ON MONTLAKE.
No risk it, no biscuit! Congratulations on the one year anniversary of On Montlake. I echo many of the sentiments already expressed in previous comments, and wish you continued motivation and success! Go Dawgs!
Congratulations Christian, I too canceled my subscription when you were let go! So glad you decided to bet on yourself. This past year's coverage has been outstanding from the start to finish and the craziness that was January! I look forward to this next year and.wish you great success! Go Huskies!!
I am only a casual UW fan -- S.O. is a Coug, for cryin' out loud -- but wanting to know more behind the Pac-12 implosion helped draw me to subscribe. Another reason is much more personal, one that stems from having worked with your uncle at The Journal-American in Bellevue back in the 1980s. His loss affected so many of us, and your moving and heartfelt tribute to him won me over. I see a lot his writing in yours -- not through imitation but through solid reporting, creativity and turn of phrase -- and I find it gratifying to see the Jim Caple legacy being carried on so well. Carry on.
Christian, On Montlake has been a gift. Even though I moved to North Carolina 3 years ago, your courageous venture has provided me with the best Husky coverage, and encouraged me to share "deep thoughts" about my favorite football team. :) At the age of 75, it has become one of my most enjoyable and enriching retirement activities. I especially like the fact that you, and most of the subscribers, haven't descended into snark and sports hate. You're a voice of reason even as you celebrate our Husky heroes. Best of luck going forward. I hope you make a lot of money!
cancelled both my NYT and Athletic subscriptions after they let you and Corey go. would do it again in a heartbeat. congratulations on a fantastic year and I'm so excited to continue following you here. you do incredible work, Christian.
I’d pay for a Corey Brock M’s Substack
Brag away, this site is awesome and pretty indisputably the best coverage of uw out there. Somehow you’ve struck the impossible balance of staying objective while keeping the tone and spirit of the fan base
My son started at UW in the fall of 2020. As a lifelong Californian, I knew little about the university, but as a sports fan, I was eager to get up to speed. It did not take me long to figure out that your reporting was an indispensable way to feel like an instant insider with the football program, not just for game coverage, but also the history and tradition of the program. We all slogged together through a couple of tough years for students and the football program but your writing kept me engaged in the program.
As things started to turn around in 2022 for my son and the UW football team, I enjoyed being a new fan, and was bummed to think that I would lose out on your insight just as things were getting really good. I made the choice to follow you to your new endeavor, and have been very happy that I did.
Like you, I was ceremoniously and unexpectedly shown the door in mid-career last year. I found a new position easily enough, but unlike you, I was not brave enough to start my own thing. I admire your determination, and congratulate you on your success.
My son just took his last class as an undergraduate on Friday. That makes me happy and proud, but also a little sad because I was enjoying the ride and wasn’t ready for it to be over. I originally thought I would subscribe to On Montlake for this year and then let it go. But you have made me a fan, so I think I’ll stick around. Keep up the great work, and congratulations on a remarkable year.
We share similar stories with our sons! Go Dawgs!
Been reading your articles since you wrote for The Daily when we were both undergrads. I’m glad to hear On Montlake has been a success, but no surprise, you’re doing incredible work Christian.
You don’t simply chronicle events; you bring a journalists eyes and ears to the pieces you write. The depth of your insights comes through in your work. It’s a pleasure to read.
Best UW coverage. Hands down. Great dude as well. You were the *only* one who dug deep during the Jimmy Lake disaster and fallout (back in the ATH days) in addition to all the things that have occurred within the UW program since. You also understand the market and reader base - while many predecessor's of yours simply could never figure out. Not just saying this b/c I enjoyed running into you occasionally while I worked in that business. Saying it b/c your work is exemplary. Talent is talent - and should be recognized. So happy you're the boss of you - in an industry whose corporate bean counters shit on a lot of good people and journalism. I know from experience (not the good person part but you get the idea). Good things happen to good people. Fuck yeah Christian!
“Well, you always left me satisfied.” — Jim Halpert.
Kidding aside, great work!
Dude. Fire up your own M's substack. Take Caple out to lunch on my dime (make it hurt - I'll venmo you guys once it's scheduled) and pick his brain on how to get it off the ground. You can start your coverage with an epic amount of salary dumping by the M's, work your way into how Amazon's investment is going to impact Root Sports, then continue with finding out which idiot threw up the PowerPoint in front of Stanton that mapped out spending on fireworks nights and bobblehead giveaways vs. signing legit players. Before you know it, it will be opening day and the real fun begins. We need you.
Great piece. You were the first podcast/ blog, online service I’ve ever subscribed to and still the only one. I appreciate your leap of faith both in yourself and your audience. I think you should be extremely proud.
Thank you for the great coverage of a football team who’s always had my whole heart. 💜 💛. I love the behind-the-scenes stories as well. Thank you for chronicling Rome’s journey home and all the other amazing (and not so great) things that happened last season and will continue to happen ON MONTLAKE.
No risk it, no biscuit! Congratulations on the one year anniversary of On Montlake. I echo many of the sentiments already expressed in previous comments, and wish you continued motivation and success! Go Dawgs!
Your the best, you make football exciting
You’re the man Christian! Easily my favorite writer and the best coverage for any sports team that I’ve ever followed. Go Dawgs!
Congratulations Christian, I too canceled my subscription when you were let go! So glad you decided to bet on yourself. This past year's coverage has been outstanding from the start to finish and the craziness that was January! I look forward to this next year and.wish you great success! Go Huskies!!
Glad to be along for the ride. You do fantastic work, Christian. Excited to see what the next year holds!