Chris from 231

About From 231

Table of contents

  1. The Newsletter
  2. Meet Chris
    1. Connect with Chris
  3. What Makes From 231 Different
  4. Why Subscribe?
  5. The Story Behind Section 231
  6. My Commitment to You
  7. Get Started
  8. Connect With From 231

The Newsletter

From 231 started as a simple idea: what if there was a weekly space where Whitecaps FC supporters could come together to discuss the team without all the hot takes, doom-scrolling, or reactionary opinions that dominate social media?

Every Tuesday morning, From 231 drops into your inbox with a thoughtful look at the previous week in Whitecaps FC. It’s written from the perspective of someone who’s in the stands - specifically, Section 231 at BC Place - experiencing the highs and lows right alongside you.

Meet Chris

Chris from From 231

Hi, I’m Chris - the person behind From 231. I’m a longtime Whitecaps FC supporter who watches every match from Section 231 at BC Place. This newsletter is my way of sharing the experience of following this team with fellow fans who care as much as I do.

I’m not a journalist, a former player, or a tactical genius with a coaching badge. I’m just a fan who loves this team, watches closely, and enjoys thinking deeply about what happens on the pitch and in the stands.

When I’m not writing about the Whitecaps, I’m… well, usually thinking about the Whitecaps anyway. Or at BC Place watching them. You get the idea.

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What Makes From 231 Different

Real fan perspective - This isn’t written by someone watching from a press box or analyzing stats on a screen. These are observations from someone who’s invested emotionally in every match, celebrating the wins and feeling the losses just like you do.

Consistency without burnout - One newsletter per week, every Tuesday. You won’t get bombarded with constant updates or daily emails. Just one well-crafted newsletter to start your week.

Balanced analysis - I celebrate when things go well and critique when they don’t, but always with the understanding that we’re all on the same team here. No over-the-top negativity, no toxic fandom - just honest, thoughtful discussion.

Community-focused - While From 231 goes out to everyone, it feels like a conversation. Readers reply, share their thoughts, and engage in meaningful dialogue about the team we all love.

Why Subscribe?

If you’re a Whitecaps FC supporter who wants:

…then From 231 might be exactly what you’re looking for.

The Story Behind Section 231

Section 231 at BC Place isn’t just a seat number - it’s a vantage point. It’s high enough to see the full field and understand tactical movements, but close enough to feel the energy of the crowd and hear the players communicate.

From this spot, you get perspective on both the micro (individual plays and decisions) and the macro (team shape, substitution patterns, crowd dynamics). That’s what From 231 aims to capture: the complete picture of what it means to follow Vancouver Whitecaps FC.

My Commitment to You

When you subscribe to From 231, here’s what you can count on:

Weekly delivery - New newsletter every Tuesday, 52 weeks a year (yes, even during the off-season!)

No spam - Your email stays with Buttondown, our newsletter platform. I’ll never sell your information or send you anything other than the weekly newsletter.

Easy unsubscribe - Life changes, interests shift - if you ever want to unsubscribe, there’s a link at the bottom of every email. No hard feelings!

Quality over quantity - Every newsletter is crafted with care. You’re giving me your time and inbox space, and I take that seriously.

Get Started

Ready to join the Section 231 community? Head back to the home page to subscribe.

See you next Tuesday!

— Chris

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Have feedback or questions? Every newsletter has a “reply” button - use it! I read and respond to every message from readers.

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Thanks for being part of the From 231 community. Let’s enjoy this journey together.