Bumping to let everyone know that I decided in advance of the next season starting, I will be providing free private channels for anyone that wants them, up to 10 slots. The server could theoretically hold 1000 people no problem, so I don't feel the need to hold it behind a paywall. more info below
If you want a private server, hmu. 50 slot for 5 bucks a month. There are cheaper (and shittier) options, but this money all goes right back into tf2 services.
Other region folks: if you want this in your region, find a couple folks and coordinate a split of $10 bucks a month, and I'll throw up a server anywhere in the world that you want.