Bonesville’s Al Myatt roamed Dowdy-Ficklen Stadium with his camera during East Carolina’s 20-17 loss to South Carolina on Saturday, Sept. 11, 2021, in Greenville, NC. Myatt captured this curated collection of action shots and other candid photos. (Click any image for expanded view, caption & slide show.)

Pirate defenders wrap up South Carolina running back Marshawn Lloyd. (Al Myatt photo)

Holton Ahlers stays hydrated on a sunny Saturday at Dowdy-Ficklen Stadium. (Al Myatt photo)

New technology shows how much time is left in a timeout. (Al Myatt photo)

Pirate punter Jonn Young averaged 46.9 yards on nine punts. (Al Myatt photo)

Rahjai Harris ran for 70 yards on 14 carries for the Pirates. (Al Myatt photo)

ECU coach Mike Houston focuses on his play sheet as he communicates with his staff. (Al Myatt photo)

The Pirates had something to smile about until the final seconds ticked away. (Al Myatt photo)

Holton Ahlers moves out of the pocket and looks downfield. (Al Myatt photo)