I think it's great that you guys are re-vamping TFC!
I downloaded TFC within a week of release. Played a lot and asked such n00b questions as "how do i upgrade my gun?", "how do you place a detpack?", etc. Loved the game, and there were many great folks who were willing to help me out.
I turned a couple of friends on to the game (we had been playing HL team DM for a while) and they were hooked as well.
Joined an OGL clan, ]GPS[ and played scout quite a bit. A couple of us were recruited by .Sf (Shadow's Fist) and I slowly began developing my skills. Left .Sf for [SC] (Shadow Company) and really learned what skills were all about. We played some awesome clans and I had a great time.
I remember when Valve were about to release the 'megapatch' (1.5?) and whining about their plan to reduce the effectiveness of concs.
Quit clanning when it became a chore. Began pubbing as [UH]1337 PWNER and continued to play for several more years.
I love TFC and really appreciate the effort you guys are putting into TFF.
Thanks!