Thanks for coming to Montlake Madness, the only free, fan-run site devoted 100% to University of Washington Husky basketball. Here are some answers to questions that no one is asking.
Contributors:
Griffin Bennett – Editor-in-Chief – Twitter – email: griffinwbennett@gmail.com
Craig Yamada – Senior Editor
John Chase – Editor
Maxwell Helman – Editor – Twitter
Josh Anderson – Publisher
Our History:
Montlake Madness was one of the first Husky Basketball-only fan sites and quickly grew a passionate community. As the Huskies continued to succeed on the court under head coach Lorenzo Romar, the passion for Husky hoops only grew stronger.
In the winter of 2009/10, the site’s founder, Josh Anderson, brought on much needed help as his family began to grow. Griffin and Craig grabbed the ball and ran with it.
Since then, we have added great contributors from current students to passionate alumni and we are always looking for new Montlake Madmen who want to contribute.
We pride ourselves on having a “fans mentality” and voice our opinions as Husky die-hards, not as an unbiased media members. We bleed purple and we don’t care who knows it. Bow Down.
Why start a Washington Husky basketball fan blog?
Like any big fan who wants more information, analysis, and chatter with other fans about his team, we’re trying to be the change we’d like to see in our small part of the world.
Previously, the best source of Husky hoops content for us more-than-casual fans out there: Percy Allen’s Husky Men’s Basketball Blog for The Seattle Times. During the season, we want more than any one blog can supply. And, while we’re sure Percy is a fan of the team, covering the team as a professional journalist is his job.
He and the rest of the team at The Seattle Times do an awesome job giving us the basics about the team and the news surrounding the Huskies in a straightforward way. We are the “anti-professionals”.
What are you planning to write about at Montlake Madness?
You’ll get posts about whatever’s happening in the world of Husky basketball from an average, run-of-the-mill fan. When we’re at Hec Ed for the game, you’ll get that perspective. If we catch a game at the pub, you’ll get our beer-fueled rantings afterward. So, that’s the perspective you’ll get here.
We’ll also going to do my best to fill in the gaps as far as what’s being talked about in the discussion. We’ll give you my perspective on the games, the players, the stats, the recruiting, and give you a chance to make your perspective heard in the comments section. Bring up an interesting point, and maybe we’ll feature it in a post. Let’s start a discussion between the fans.
Drop us a line.
Let us know what you think about the blog at: MontlakeMadness@gmail.com
And, hey, thanks for coming.
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Thanks for putting this blog together. It’s going to be awesome. I love it already. Couple things if I may … I like the poll you did, that’s an easy way to get readers involved. Also, if you’re going to have a spot for the Pac-10 standings on your page, you might as well fill it in with last years standings … especially since we were on top!!
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GREAT SITE!!! GO UDUB
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Liking your site more and more. Glad you enjoyed the weekend with Mrs. Madness and the Montlake Mutt. Can’t wait for tip-off 2009!
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not a bad site. I wish you did this for Husky football.
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Really REALLY enjoy your site, your writing, your enthusiasm THANKS
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Can you say a little bit about you (as a casual fan) were able to get so many one-on-one interviews with the players?
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I have moved to Canada and I appreciate you blog which keeps me connected to Husky B-Ball. I was for many years a season ticket holder. And there is no Fox-NW or ESPN on Canadian TV, so I only see the team when they get on the 4 major USA nets.
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Your site rocks!
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Thanks for making this site. I love the interviews, and am sure it will be even better once the season starts
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As a Husky alum now living on the East Coast, I appreciate the work you’ve put into this site. Your dedication to the Dawgs is awesome–I almost feel like I should be paying for the content!
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Hey just thought I’d let you know this page is in a need of an update, it is not Bob’s blog anymore, and you can’t really call yourself the anti-professional anymore either
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Thanks for all the great info… but what’s up with all the Oregon gear ads from collegebasketballgear.com? This needs to stop right away. Tell them to put Dawgs gear in their ads or shove it.
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Typical Husky fan, didn’t even go to the school.


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