East Carolina

Carolinas/Region

Conference USA

October 31, 2010
Halloween
All Hallows Eve
Samhain (Wiccan)

From Bonesville.net
-BVL Game Center: Central Florida 49, East Carolina 35
-O'Brien: UCF takes skirmish, bigger battle rages on
-East Carolina-Central Florida Box Score
-C-USA Scoreboard, Standings, Schedule, TV Listings
BVL Audio: Ruffin McNeill Postgame Presser

From ecupirates.com
-Late Pirate Rally Falls Short At UCF
-Pirates Host Houston Sunday Afternoon

From the Greenville Daily Reflector
-Knights' day- UCF races past ECU
-ECU can�t find answer for Weaver (Sub Req'd)
-UCF defeats ECU 49-35 (Sub Req'd)

Pirates can't catch speedy Knights
Raleigh News & Observer

Pirates get sacked by Knights
Washington Daily News (AP)

From The Ledger
-Davis Coming Up Big in Pirates Loss
-Weaver, Godfrey Lead Knights Over Pirates in Wild Shootout

From the Orlando Sentinel
-UCF claims big 49-35 win over East Carolina
-Maybe this win can spring UCF to bigger buzz
-What we learned from UCF's 49-35 win over East Carolina
Watch UCF coach George O-Leary talk about beating East Carolina, claiming a big lead in C-USA standings
Watch UCF players Brian Watters, Ronnie Weaver, Jah Reid and more talk about beating East Carolina
-Pictures- UCF remains unbeaten in C-USA with win over ECU

12 Total TDs in Shootout Victory Thrills Knight Fans
University of Central Florida

UCF Knights lead way in C-USA
Florida Today

Game recap- UCF vs. ECU
Central Florida Future

Recap- U-C-F vs. East Carolina
Kansas City Star (Sports Network)

Packers DE Wilson hit books before hitting wide receivers
Milwaukee Journal Sentinel

October 30, 2010
Pirate Gameday

From ecupirates.com
-ECU Travels To Orlando For Pivotal C-USA Battle
-Cross Country Heads To C-USA Championship
-Volleyball Falls To Rice, 3-1

Pirates defense defies numbers
Raleigh News & Observer

Pirates-Knights clash in a test of wills
Washington Daily News

A close call
Kinston Free Press

From the Greenville Daily Reflector (Sub Req'd)
-Game Day- Showdown for first place
-Jacobs bounces back from ejection

East Carolina improving on defense
ESPN (blog)

Knights are lying in wait for the Pirates
Winston Salem Journal.

High stakes in Conference USA when UCF host ECU
Miami Herald

East Carolina, UCF for 'all the marbles'
Florida Today

From the Orlando Sentinel
-UCF eager to make a statement in C-USA showdown with East Carolina
-Preview- UCF vs. East Carolina, 3-30 p.m. Saturday

Knights Need a Win to Dream of C-USA Title
The Ledger

Game Preview- UCF vs. East Carolina
rivals.com

Region college football gameday glance
Fayetteville Observer

Will it be another tough weekend for top teams?
LubbockOnline.com (blog)

NC State AD- Game Means More to ECU
WITN

October 29, 2010
Paint it Purple Friday
Frankenstein Friday
Anniversary - Internet
Anniversary - Stock Market Crash (1929)

Monroe: Kevin's Keys to the Central Florida Game
Bonesville.net

ECU's Season Ends With Double-Overtime Loss
  With the win, The Herd grab the final playoff spot in the C-USA Tournament, while the Pirates' (9-9-1, 4-6-1) season comes to an end.
ecupirates.com

Tabler sends MU women past ECU
Huntington Herald-Dispatch

Davis, Pirates prepare for �business trip�
Kinston Free Press

From Florida Today
-Knights focused on Pirates
-ECU's Davis has been dazzling

Guinness Book of World Records 'Blackbeard's Challenge,' take 2
Greenville Daily Reflector

New college football coaches have stories of their own this year
USA Today

East Carolina can take command with win
Hattiesburg American

Lesser-known coaches having successful seasons
Charleston (WV) Daily Mail

From the Orlando Sentinel
-UCF hopes for packed house against East Carolina
-UCF needs big game from safety Kemal Ishmael
-UCF announces 3,500 tickets remain for East Carolina game, new raffle worth up to $17,500

ECU showdown has C-USA title implications
Central Florida Future

East Carolina (5-2) at U-C-F (5-2)
Sports Network

UCF Seeks Rare Win Over ECU
FanHouse

From ESPN (blog)
-Non-AQ What to Watch, Week 9
-Non-AQ Picks- Week 9

UCF's Weaver goes from walk-on to starting RB
Miami Herald

BC Lions Add Former East Carolina & AFL Standout DB Travis Williams
Boxscore News

Bulkeley Trailed, But Never Got Down
  Cheshire quarterback Cody Keith, who's headed to East Carolina, was 25-for-41 for 296 yards and three TDs.
FOX CT

October 28, 2010
Saint Jude's Day
Statue Of Liberty Day
Birthday - Greg Vacek (Linkmeister)

Myatt: Ruff responds (with class) to Marshall critic
Bonesville.net

From BoneyardBanter.com
-Vacek: Central Florida Preview
-Join the World Record Attempt - Blackbeard's Challenge

From ecupirates.com
-ECU Travels To Orlando For Pivotal C-USA Battle
-ECU Closes Out Regular Season At Marshall
-Varner Claims C-USA Weekly Award
-ECU Closes Out Fall With Ninth Place Finish

Surging Duncan leads Herd women vs. ECU
Huntington Herald-Dispatch

From the Greenville Daily Reflector
-Macy speaks to GGSC
-Athletes improve graduation rates
-ECU�s building blockers  (Sub Req'd)

Pirates look to avoid 'Miller Time'
New Bern Sun Journal

From the East Carolinian
-Pirates descend on Orlando for East Division battle
-Lebo brings new attitude to ECU basketball
-The ghosts of Pirate Nation
-ECU officials encourage student attendance after Halloween

Price scores first TD for ECU
New Bern Sun-Journal

From the Orlando Sentinel
-UCF must contain East Carolina QB Dominique Davis to claim big win
-UCF, East Carolina QBs try avoid putting too much pressure on C-USA showdown
-UCF defensive coordinator Dave Huxtable says Knights looking forward to facing potent East Carolina offense
-Previewing the Pirates- Denny O-Brien from Bonesville.net answers five questions about East Carolina, which faces UCF Saturday

Knights still winning, fans still not coming
Central Florida Future

From the University of Central Florida
-Several Additional Reasons Fans Cannot Miss the UCF-ECU Game on Saturday
-Central Florida Mayors Urge Fans to Support The Team This Weekend

East Carolina (5-2) at U-C-F (5-2)
Kansas City Star (Sports Network)

October 27, 2010
Cranky Co-Workers Day
Navy Day
Anniversary - NYC Subway
Birthday - President Theodore Roosevelt (26th President)

Bradsher: ECU golf program on the rise
Bonesville.net

From ecupirates.com
-Pirates Capture OBX Intercollegiate Title
-ECU Sets School-Record In Las Vegas

Pirate highlight almost a blooper
Greenville Daily Reflector (Sub Req'd)

Knights Insider- Most Meaningful Game Ever at Bright House?
University of Central Florida

UCF football to avoid "track meet" with ECU
Central Florida News 13

From the Orlando Sentinel
-UCF players fired up for East Carolina game
-UCF coach George O-Leary says avoiding turnovers key during big game against East Carolina Saturday
UCF coach George O'Leary's weekly press conference previewing East Carolina game
UCF players Chance Henderson and Nick Pieschel talk about facing East Carolina

UCF focuses on leading East in Conference USA
Florida Today

Garrard cleared to play
Raleigh News & Observer

Notebook- Hill leaves ECU, Menzie injured, Fluker dresses and other stuff
Birmingham News

October 26, 2010
Mule Day
Birthday - Hillary Rodham Clinton (Secretary of State)

From Bonesville.net
-Bailey: Heavyweight bout has big stakes
BVL Audio: Ruffin McNeill Game Week Presser

From ecupirates.com
-McNeill's Weekly Press Conference
-Littman Stands In Fourth After 18 Holes
-ECU Extends Lead At OBX Intercollegiate
-Pirates Conclude Fall Season

ECU preps for 'big' league game
Gaston Gazette

Pirates set to go back to the future
  Will face a UCF team that should look very familiar
Washington Daily News

McNeill- Numbers don�t tell all
Greenville Daily Reflector

ECU tops Marshall in Homecoming blowout
The East Carolinian

From the Orlando Sentinel
-UCF, East Carolina prepare for big Conference USA showdown
-UCF junior Darius Nall named C-USA co-defensive player of the week
-Loss against East Carolina would likely knock UCF out of C-USA title race
-East Carolina coach Ruffin McNeill compares UCF to N.C. State, calls Knights `one of the best teams we-ll play-
-UCF an early seven-point favorite against East Carolina
-UCF coach George O-Leary talks about win over Rice, preparing for Conference USA showdown against East Carolina

Here Comes the Showdown
University of Central Florida

McNeill was true to roots in low class
Huntington Herald-Dispatch

Series experience is one Narron savors
TheHerald

October 25, 2010
Saint Crispin's Day
Sourest Day

From Bonesville.net
-O'Brien: Pirate Nation riding on the "Ruffwagon"
-BVL: BCS Rankings
-BVL: Harris, Associated Press & Coaches Polls

From ecupirates.com
-ECU In First-Place At OBX Intercollegiate
-Field Set For Las Vegas Showdown
-Pirates Fall In Home Finale, 3-2
-Southern Miss Tops ECU, 3-0

Clipboard- East Carolina Pirates
Raleigh News & Observer

From the Greenville Daily Reflector
-SUMMERS- East Carolina reverts back to 'old' style (Sub Req'd)
-Pirates adjust to Lebo's practice schedule (Sub Req'd)
-Pirates hit court for Purple-Gold contest

UCF prepares for Conference USA showdown with East Carolina
Orlando Sentinel

With Rice Out of the Way, UCF Can Look Ahead to E. Carolina
The Ledger

From the Huntington Herald-Dispatch
-ECU takes it to the ground for win
-How they scored

Defense gave ECU issues in first half
Charleston (WV) Daily Mail

Should coaches ice the kicker?
Charleston (WV) Gazette

October 24, 2010

From Bonesville.net
-BVL Game Center: East Carolina 37, Marshall 10
-O'Brien: Pirates exceeding expectations
-Myatt: Blacknall effective upon return
-East Carolina-Marshall Box Score
-BVL: C-USA Scoreboard, Standings, Schedule, TV Listings
BVL Audio: Ruffin McNeill Post-game Presser
BVL Audio: Dustin Lineback Post-game Comments

From ecupirates.com
-East Carolina Defeats Marshall, 37-10
  Pirates Improve To 5-2; 4-0 In C-USA
-Pirates Win Three Of Four On The Road
-Volleyball Caps Weekend At Southern Miss

ECU overpowers Marshall, 37-10
Fayetteville Observer

From the Greenville Daily Reflector
-Beast of the East- ECU improves to 4-0 in C-USA
-Williams stampedes past the Herd (Sub Req'd)
-Defensive puzzle coming together (Sub Req'd)
-ECU wins helping boost local economy (Sub Req'd)
-Tragic bond ties Marshall to ECU (Sub Req'd)

Pirates down Marshall
Kinston Free Press

Pirates roll in C-USA
Raleigh News & Observer

Pirates avoid trap against Marshall
Washington Daily News

Recap- East Carolina vs. Marshall
Kansas City Star (Sports Network)

From the Huntington Herald-Dispatch
-Herd fails to hang with ECU
-Pirates adjusted to Herd�s gameplan
-MU notebook- East Carolina made Dobson a priority
-Turnovers doom Herd in 37-10 loss to ECU
-Holliday sees silver lining in latet loss
-Gallery- Marshall vs. ECU
-MU-ECU game stats
-Chuck Landon grades the Herd ... East Carolina 27, Marshall 10
-Game balls

Marshall Falls at East Carolina
Herdzone.com

From the Charleston (WV) Gazette
-Pirates thump Herd
-Herd notebook- MU hoped for better before pre-halftime turnaround

Interceptions doom Marshall in road loss to East Carolina
Charleston (WV) Daily Mail

Defending conference champion Pirates sink Herd
MU The Parthenon

Preps: Another upset at Franklin High's Panther Pit
Asheville Citizen-Times

October 23, 2010

From ecupirates.com
-Pirates Shutout Miners, 1-0
-Women Win Mount Olive Invitational
-Pirates Swept In New Orleans

Pirates look to widen division lead
Kinston Free Press

1970 game recalled today
Raleigh News & Observer

Pirates look to avoid trap against Marshall
Washington Daily News

Game Day- Herd invades Dowdy-Ficklen
Greenville Daily Reflector (Sub Req'd)

Purple And Gold Fill The Streets For ECU Homecoming Weekend
WCTI12

From the Huntington Herald-Dispatch
-Marshall QB Anderson might be out with sore ribs
  Starting duties could fall to true freshman Ed Sullivan if Anderson is unable to play.
-Similarities between Holliday, McNeill end at quarterback
-After upsetting Wolfpack, Pirates reset for Herd
-5 Points to Ponder
-Herd, ECU could get offensive

Herd Travels to East Carolina Saturday
Herdzone.com

From the Charleston (WV) Gazette
-Another tough test for Herd
-Marshall notebook- Herd still has reason for hope
-Marshall-East Carolina capsule

Reminder! � Live Chat- Marshall at East Carolina (insert pirate noise)
Charleston (WV) Daily Mail

Herd seeks elusive win
Parkersburg News

Herd Takes On Pirates
West Virginia MetroNews

NCAAF Betting Lock Alert - ECU vs Marshall
BetUs.com

2012 Olympic ban for Merritt is justified, IOC official says
Norfolk Virginian Pilot

October 22, 2010
Paint it Purple Friday

Kevin's Keys to the Marshall Game
Bonesville.net

Pirates use �07 loss as reminder
Kinston Free Press

McNeill radiates his love for ECU
Raleigh News & Observer

McNeill Looks forward to Homecoming
WNCT

From the Greenville Daily Reflector
-Davis leads the way for 4-2 Pirates
-Full speed ahead for Ruffin (Sub Req'd)

Volleyball Continues C-USA Play At Tulane
ecupirates.com

From the East Carolinian
-ECU ready to wrangle up the Herd
-'Never say die'

Not a 'Ruff' start for Pirates
Huntington Herald-Dispatch

ECU's Harris emerges as top receiving threat
Charleston (WV) Gazette

C-USA's Leader Davis has been showing poise as East Carolina's new quarterback
Winston Salem Journal (AP)

From the Charleston (WV) Daily Mail
-Quarterback makes East Carolina go
-QB runs = no fun
-Herd special teams in need of work
-Marshall offense needs a spark

Purple Haze- Marshall faces defending Conference USA champion East Carolina
MU The Parthenon

East Carolina Becomes Offensive Power
FanHouse

October 21, 2010
International Stuttering Awareness Day
National Pumpkin Cheesecake Day

Pirates preparing to avoid trap
Bonesville.net

From ecupirates.com
-Pirates Welcome Marshall For Homecoming
-ECU Hosts Final Two Games Of 2010 Season
-Riley's Army Auction Set For Oct. 22
-Coyne Named C-USA Diver-Of-The-Week
-Pirates Conclude First Week Of Practice
-Macy To Answer Fans Through Facebook

Lineback emerges as a leader for Pirates
Washington Daily News

ECU roundup- Officials denounce chant
Greenville Daily Reflector

Last hurrah for Gusman-Brown
  The East Carolina athlete cannot sit still before graduation
Honolulu Star-Advertiser

Vacek: Marshall Preview
Boneyardbanter.com

Marshall (1-6) at East Carolina (4-2)
Kansas City Star (Sports Network)

From the Huntington Herald-Dispatch
-2 plays, 2 teams and one season
  One play. One, single, solitary play. That has defined, directed and decided the seasons for both Marshall and East Carolina.
-MU Notebook- ECU coach no stranger to the Thundering Herd
-MU's Curry an All-American
-MU's Dobson still searching for consistency

ECU's McNeill, Herd's Holliday deal with first-year issues
Charleston (WV) Daily Mail

Herd hoping to get ground game going vs. ECU
Charleston (WV) Gazette

Herd stays focused
Bluefield Daily Telegraph

Doc Holliday's Weekly News Conference
WOWK

Free College Football Pick for Marshall vs. East Carolina
SBR Forum

McNeill running with purpose
  Daronte McNeill, who transferred after one red-shirt season at East Carolina, has 796 yards rushing with three games to go and is on pace to eclipse what is believed to be the Vikings� single-season mark of 1,105
Elizabeth City Daily Advance

Packers Sign DT Ross To Practice Squad, Release RB Johnson From Practice Squad
Packers.com

Notebook- Favre insists Sunday is his last game at Lambeau
Green Bay Press Gazette

October 20, 2010
Birth of the Bab (Baha'i)
Miss American Rose Day
National Support Your Local Chamber of Commerce Day

Batten: CB Hilliard's stock rises in final prep season
Bonesville.net

From ecupirates.com
-Pirates Place Seven On Midseason C-USA Teams
-A Message To The Pirate Nation
-Pirates Have Strong Showing In Greensboro

ECU's goals- Move on and stay hungry
Winston Salem Journal

ECU�s dynamic duo
  Wide receiver Dwayne Harris has found himself a counterpart to help rack up even more points for the East Carolina football team.
Greenville Daily Reflector (Sub Req'd)

Anderson and Sullivan both will 'probably' play
Charleston (WV) Daily Mail

Ankle injury will keep Herd's Graham home
Charleston (WV) Gazette

From the Huntington Herald-Dispatch
-Herd prepares for energized Pirate team
-Holliday focused on Herd, not ECU
-Stop the musical chairs with Herd QBs

Transcript of Doc Holliday's Weekly Press Conference
Herdzone.com

Marshall vs. East Carolina Free Week 8 Preview & Pick (Oct. 23)
CappersPicks.com (blog)

ESPN Unveils 2010-11 Women's Hoops TV Schedule
  East Carolina will be one of the featured teams for February Frenzy on ESPN2 Sunday Feb. 12
NCAA.com

From the Fayetteville Observer
-Mid-season report on state's college football teams
-College football recruiting- In-state powers set to host prospects

Preps: Connor Torruella leads Trojans with his leg
Garner Citizen

Doping ban blocks LaShawn Merritt from competing in 2012 Olympics
Norfolk Virginian Pilot

October 19, 2010
Evaluate Your Life Day

From Bonesville.net
-Bailey: "CK" makes a lasting first impression
BVL Audio: Ruffin McNeill Game Week Presser

From ecupirates.com
-McNeill's Weekly Press Conference
-Davis Named Offensive Player-Of-The-Week
-Women's Basketball Plans Purple-Gold Game
-Pirates Compete At ITA Carolinas Regional

ECU turns attention to league foe
Kinston Free Press

Davis called his own number vs. State
Greenville Daily Reflector

Pirates continue to show growth
Washington Daily News

From the East Carolinian
-Pirates pick the pack, 33-27
-Club hockey tames NC State in 7-2 barnburner

From the Huntington Herald-Dispatch
-Herd defense faces new test
-First-year coaching struggles common
-Both MU and ECU schedules are tough

Herd faces Cardiac Pirates
Charleston (WV) Gazette

Marshall focused on itself this week
  Herd didn't have drive last longer than 3:43 in 35-14 loss against UCF
Charleston (WV) Daily Mail

Non-AQ Players of the Week
ESPN

ECU's Jimmy Bass Interviews For UNCW AD Job
WITN

LaShawn Merritt, Olympic champion, banned 21 months
  The gold medalist runner from Portsmouth can't compete in track through July 2011 for using a banned substance found in an over-the-counter male enhancement product. He will be eligible for the 2011 world championships.
Norfolk Virginian Pilot

David Garrard's concussion means early action for Trent Edwards
Florida Times-Union

CJ2K picks up garbage time TD, rushes for 111
msnbc.com

October 18, 2010
St. Luke Feast Day
World Menopause Day

From Bonesville.net
-O'Brien: ECU growing up on 'D'
-BVL: BCS Rankings
-BVL: Harris, Associated Press & Coaches Polls

Linkmeister Note: East Carolina is 9-for-9 in fourth down conversions

From ecupirates.com
-ECU Takes Down Rice, 2-1
-C-USA Leader Tulsa Downs ECU, 3-0

From the Wilmington Star News (blog)
-Cherry and his crew were sour Saturday
-FIFTH QUARTER- Bad day for quarterbacks and ghosts

From the Raleigh News & Observer
-Clipboard- East Carolina Pirates
-Late Hits

ECU-Wolfpack clash one of state's best rivalries
ENC Today

Teams possess power to affect other aspects of our lives
Greenville Daily Reflector (Sub Req'd)

Dominique Davis shreds NC State
College Fantasy Football Insider

Red zone woes costly in Greenville
N.C. State University Technician Online

For Giants' Rookie Punter, Blunders Are Mixed With Moments of Joy
New York Times

Osi Umenyiora piles up the sacks; Artful Dodge Rebounds
New York Daily News

October 17, 2010

From Bonesville.net
-BVL Game Center: East Carolina 33, N.C. State 27 (OT)
-Myatt: Pirates are money in $howdown with Pack
-East Carolina-N.C. State Box Score
BVL Audio: Ruffin McNeill Post-game Presser
-C-USA Scoreboard, Standings, Schedule, TV Listings

From ecupirates.com
-Pirates Top N.C. State In Overtime, 33-27
-ECU Holds First Basketball Practice
-ECU Tops Davidson For First Victory

East Carolina Claims 33-27 Overtime Win
gopack.com

From the Greenville Daily Reflector
-Pirates pick off �Pack
-Davis provided perfect timing for ECU
-Pirate �D� shows signs of improvement
-Pirates beat State in overtime
-Reflector Sports Photos- ECU vs. NCSU, Oct. 16
-Video- ECU vs. NC State- At the tailgate, in the stands

ECU Defeats NC State 33 To 27 In Overtime
WITN.com

Pirates Upset N.C. State in Overtime
WNCT.com

ECU win is simply �Mag�nificent
Washington Daily News

Late pick lifts Pirates over N.C. State
Kinston Free Press

ECU tops N.C. State in overtime
Fayetteville Observer

ECU Pirates snare bragging rights - and more
Norfolk Virginian Pilot

Experiences lead to familar ending for ECU, State
Wilmington Star-News

From the Winston Salem Journal
-Dancing dork- McNeill gets a chance to celebrate in fine style
-Pirates top Pack - ECU wins despite mistakes

From the Raleigh News & Observer
-ECU prevails over N.C. State in OT
-A memorable game for McNeill and his Pirates
-ECU/NCSU uncut photos

From the Charlotte Observer
-ECU's OT pick seals win over N.C. State
-'Coach's Kid' makes clinching play
-N.C. State-ECU Observations

Pirates add Pack to their victims
Durham Herald Sun

East Carolina Picks Off NC State For OT Win
College Football News

From ESPN.com (blog)
-Non-AQ Helmet Stickers- Week 7
-NC State falls to ECU

From scout.com
-Pack falls to Pirates in OT, 33-27
-Locker Room Report- Wolfpack Players
-Locker Room Report- Tom O'Brien

Macy settling in to first season at East Carolina
South Carolina Now

October 16, 2010
Pirate Gameday

From ecupirates.com
-Pirates Host Rival Wolfpack
-Gameday Central
-A Message To The Pirate Nation
-ECU Holds First Basketball Practice
-Cougars Top Pirates On The Pitch, 2-1
-ECU Falls Short Against SMU, 3-0
-Pirates Run At Panorama Farms Invitational

O'Brien, McNeill leaders
Charlotte Observer

N.C. State's improved defense faces powerful ECU offense
Raleigh News & Observer

ECU, N.C. State set for quarterback duel
Fayetteville Observer

From the Greenville Daily Reflector
-Game Day- 'Pack makes rare trip to ECU (Sub Req'd)
-Pirates use two players to mimick Wilson
-Lebo conducts first East Carolina practice (Sub Req'd)
-ECU basketball looking for respect

ECU, Wolfpack renew rivalry
Kinston Free Press

From the scout.com
-GAMEDAY- NC State vs. East Carolina
-LIVE BLOG- NC State-East Carolina

Wolfpack, Pirates meet in instate rivalry
Myrtle Beach Sun News (AP)

Non-AQ Midseason Report- Hot Teams, Not Teams and Hot Seats
FanHouse

From ESPN
-Non-AQ Did you know, Week 7
-New York Giants' Shaun O'Hara, Lawrence Tynes questionable for Sunday

October 15, 2010
Paint it Purple Friday
National Boss Day
National Mammography Day

From Bonesville.net
-Monroe: Kevin's Keys to the N.C. State Game
BVL Audio: Jeff Lebo Media Day Press Conference

Men's Basketball Hosts Media Day
ecupirates.com

ECU's Lebo makes good first impression
Washington Daily News

Football- Rivalry with Pack burns for ECU
Gaston Gazette

Pirates �hungry� as hoops practice starts
Kinston Free Press

From the Greenville Daily Reflector
-Young honored by C-USA
-Morgan rocks The Rock (Sub Req'd)

From scout.com
-Week 7- East Carolina
-Offensive Fireworks
-State Isn't Changing

East Carolina Pirates Vs. North Carolina State Wolfpack
Sports Chat Place

From the Florida Times-Union
-Odom believed in Titans star Chris Johnson
-Jaguars Notebook- Quarterback's wife runs audible
  Mary Garrard isn't shy about giving advice to the Jaguars' coaches in a joking manner.

Mid-Manifest Destiny- How The West Was Won
SB Nation

From espn.com
-College Football Nation- game predictions
-Pastner Ready For Second Season

October 14, 2010
Birthday - President Dwight Eisenhower (34th President)

From Bonesville.net
-Myatt: Pirates glad to be back home
-C-USA Scoreboard, Standings, Schedule, TV Listings

Vacek: North Carolina State Preview
BoneyardBanter.com

From ecupirates.com
-Pirates Host Rival Wolfpack
-Young Named Preseason All-Conference

Pirates prepare for danger �zone�
Washington Daily News

Two Coaches, Twin Battles
gopack.com

O'Brien appreciates ECU rivalry
Raleigh News & Observer

From the East Carolinian
-Pummel the Pack
-Why the HATE?
-Police presence higher for NC State game

From scout.com
-'They Have Great Fans'
-Wilson Expects Great Atmosphere

Five answers at teleconference by ACC football coaches
Fayetteville Observer

East Carolina University Builds Football Stadium Control Room with Broadcast Pix
pipelinecomm

PIRATE FAN 101- Prepare for ECU's game versus N.C. State
Greenville Daily Reflector

October 13, 2010
Emergency Nurses Day
International Top Spinning Day
National Bring Teddy Bear to Work Day
Saint Edward the Confessor Feast Day
UN International Day For Natural Disaster Reduction
Birthday - Navy Birthday

Bradsher: Pirates cramming for Russell Wilson test
Bonesville.net

From ecupirates.com
-Conference USA Suspends Blacknall
-ECU Takes Second At Lady Pirate Intercollegiate

Bowman pays off as ECU�s safety valve
Greenville Daily Reflector (Sub Req'd)

Sports Video Of The Day
si.com

East Carolina DB Blacknall suspended
ESPN (blog)

October 12, 2010
Day of the Six Billion
Freethought Day
International Moment of Frustration Scream Day
National Face Your Fears Day

From Bonesville.net
-Bailey: Pirates growing up under fire
BVL Audio: Ruffin McNeill N.C. State Game Week Presser

From ecupirates.com
-McNeill's Weekly Press Conference
-Hardison Leads Lady Pirate Intercollegiate

Team effort lifts ECU past Eagles
Greenville Daily Reflector

McNeill- Win �validates� ECU�s efforts
Kinston Free Press

Win over Southern Miss puts Pirates in prime position
Washington Daily News

ECU not a normal game for State
Winston Salem Journal (AP)

Pack's Confidence Keeps Growing
gopack.com

From the Raleigh News & Observer
-Wolfpack expects fireworks against ECU
-O'Brien says Pack banged up

Wolfpack should find out vs. East Carolina how far secondary has come
Burlington Times News

NC State looks for more in-state success at ECU
Houston Chronicle

October 11, 2010
Columbus Day
General Pulaski Memorial Day
National Kick Butt Day
Anniversary - Saturday Night Live

From Bonesville.net
-O'Brien: Ruff making an imprint on program
-Harris, Associated Press & Coaches Polls

From ecupirates.com
-Field Set For 2010 Lady Pirate Intercollegiate
-Pirates And Blazers Finish In 1-1 Tie

McNeill's repetitive motto creating Pirate magic
Greenville Daily Reflector (Sub Req'd)

College Football Clipboards
Charlotte Observer

High school notes- Cosby catcher headed to ECU
Richmond Times Dispatch

October 10, 2010
Triple Tenth Day (10.10.10)
International Newspaper Carrier Day
National Cake Decorating Day
Tuxedo Day
UN World Mental Health Day

From Bonesville.net
-BVL Game Center: East Carolina 44, Southern Miss 43
-O'Brien: Melee in Mississippi charges up series
-BVL: East Carolina-Southern Miss Box Score
BVL Audio: Ruffin McNeill Post-game Presser
-BVL: C-USA Scoreboard, Standings, Schedule, TV Listings

Linkmeister Note: Seven of ECU�s 10 series wins against USM have come on the road in Hattiesburg.

From ecupirates.com
-Pirates Push Past Southern Miss, 44-43
-Volleyball Swept At UCF

Pirates rally to clip Eagles
Washington Daily News

Pirates Rally To Beat Southern Miss 44-43
WITN.com (AP)

Second-half magic- ECU edges out Eagles
Greenville Daily Reflector

Conditional success
  Mike Golden didn�t have to reinvent the wheel. He just had to reshape it a little.
Kinston Free Press

East Carolina overcomes four turnovers, Southern Miss
Memphis Commercial Appeal

From southernmiss.com
-ECU Edges Past Southern Miss, 44-43
-Southern Miss-East Carolina Postgame Quotes

From the Jackson Clarion-Ledger
-Eagles dazed
-Golden Eagles give one away
-Eagles are own worst enemies with penalties
-Notebook- Linebackers unit grows thinner

Slipping away East Carolina comes from behind to stun Southern Miss
Biloxi Sun Herald

Heart-break and loss for Southern Miss
The Student Printz

East Carolina rallies to beat Southern Miss 44-43
The Associated Press

Recap- Southern Miss vs. East Carolina
Kansas City Star (Sports Network)

There's more to Texans' Leach than size
Houston Chronicle

October 9, 2010
Pirate Game Day
Birthday - Coach Ruffin McNeil

From ecupirates.com
-ECU Travels To Hattiesburg For C-USA Game
-Navy, SMU Tickets Available For $10
-Memphis Tops ECU On The Pitch, 2-0
-Basketball Season Tickets On Sale
-ECU Drops Season-Opening Dual Meets To UNC-CH
-Spikers Seek First C-USA Win At UCF

Pirates look to stand firm at "The Rock"
Washington Daily News

Pirates visit Southern Miss
Kinston Free Press

Game Day- C-USA East showdown
Greenville Daily Reflector (Sub Req'd)

Southern Miss big test for ECU
Winston Salem Journal

Game Notes
southernmiss.com

Southern Miss vs. East Carolina
Jackson Clarion-Ledger

Eagles seek redemption against Pirates
Biloxi Sun Herald

Huge Conference USA Battle Awaits USM
scout.com (Sub Req'd)

USM's leading rusher out for East Carolina game
si.com

East Carolina vs Southern Miss College Football Betting
Offshore Insiders

CSS INFORMATION
  The ECU/S Miss game will be broadcast regionally on Comcast/Charter Sports Southeast & WITN (not avail on Direct TV/Dish or many cable systems in North Carolina)
www.csssports.com

October 8, 2010
Paint it Purple Friday

From Bonesville.net
-Monroe: Kevin's Keys to the Southern Miss Game
-BVL: C-USA Standings, Schedule & Scoreboard

Vacek: Southern Miss Preview
BoneyardBanter.com

From ecupirates.com
-Purple Takes Series With 3-2 Win
-2010-11 Swimming And Diving Preview

Pirate defense staying positive
Greenville Daily Reflector (Sub Req'd)

Notebook- Pirates focus on C-USA race
Kinston Free Press

From the Jackson Clarion-Ledger
-Eagles' offense loses key piece
   Southern Miss will be without its leading rusher and pass catcher on Saturday
-Right on target

Johnson suspended for ECU game
Biloxi Sun Herald (AP)

Tickets Still Remain for East Carolina Game; End Zone Seating Sold Out
southernmiss.com

USM's Leading Rusher Out For East Carolina Game
WITN.com

She's Piedmont High's kicker, and homecoming queen, too
   Mason Montgomery kicked last season for Unionville's Piedmont High, graduated and enrolled at East Carolina, but Piedmont coach
Frank Ambrose had seen Montgomery's sister kick while helping her brother practice. And he knew that Jade Montgomery, all-conference in
soccer and basketball, could get the job done.
Charlotte Observer

October 7, 2010
Bald and Free Day

Myatt: Trip to Hattiesburg no Holliday
Bonesville.net

From ecupirates.com
-Watkins Named C-USA Golfer-Of-The-Week
-Wolte Claims Second Career Top-15 Finish
-Purple-Gold Series Game Two Suspended, 2-2

From Greenville Daily Reflector (Sub Req'd)
-Pirates shuffle defensive line
-More free baseball at Clark-LeClair

Pirates look to successfully navigate their way around �The Rock�
Washington Daily News

Eagles Return to Practice Field Wednesday for ECU Game this Weekend
southernmiss.com

From the Hattiesburg American
-Morris a pleasant surprise for USM
-Fedora 'hopeful' Brown will play against ECU

From the Jackson Clarion-Ledger
-Eagles seek to redeem '09 game that got away
-Brown's status still undecided

Eagles look for second win in C-USA
The Student Printz

From the Biloxi Sun Herald
-USM defense rounds into shape
-Story- Game plan

Iowa defensive coordinator Parker's foot amputated
   Norm Parker, who is battling complications from diabetes has been in coaching since the mid-1960s, with previous stints at Eastern Michigan, Wake Forest, Minnesota, Illinois, East Carolina, Michigan State and Vanderbilt before joining the Hawkeyes in 1999.
USA Today (AP)

Johnson looking to rock October
NFL News (blog)

October 6, 2010
Balloons Around the World
National German-American Day

From ecupirates.com
-Purple Takes Game One Of Series, 7-5
-Wolte Claims Second Career Top-15 Finish
-Pirates Finish Fifth At Wolfpack Intercollegiate
-Riley's Army Auction Rescheduled For Oct. 22

From Greenville Daily Reflector (Sub Req'd)
-Price's practice habits leading to more playing time
-Purple wins Game of 1 ECU World Series

From the Raleigh News & Observer
-Pirates get no breaks in tough schedule
-Teams keying on Johnson

Golden Eagles Ready for Key C-USA East Division Battle This Weekend
conferenceusa.com

From the Jackson Clarion-Ledger
-Brown may play vs. East Carolina
-Morris exceeds expectations in switch to TE

LIVE- Chat Wednesday about Southern Miss vs. East Carolina
Hattiesburg American

Air raid- Golden Eagles prepare for East Carolina's new offense
Mississippi Press

ECU will be hungry, not intimidated
scout.com (Sub Req'd)

Stopping Chris Johnson will be Dallas Cowboys' top priority
Fort Worth Star Telegram

Jerry Jones- Cowboys made right choice drafting Felix Jones over Chris Johnson
FS Southwest

Tar Heels sink the Pirates in second half
The East Carolinian

October 5, 2010
UN World Teacher's Day

From Bonesville.net
-Bailey: 'Big boys' tripping up Pirates
BVL Audio: Ruffin McNeill Game Week Presser

Linkmeister Note: ECU is one of only five teams in the nation to score on all of its red zone drives this season (15-15).  Illinois (12-12), Washington (13-13), San Jose State (9-9) and Memphis (8-8) are the only other teams with a perfect red zone scoring percentage.

From ecupirates.com
-Women's Hoops Holds First Official Practice
-A Message To The Pirate Nation
   ECU Athletics Director Appreciative of Road Support, Keeping Things In Perspective
-ECU Tied For Sixth At Windy City Challenge
-Pirates In Fifth At Wolfpack intercollegiate
-McNeill's Weekly Press Conference
-Baseball To Hold Purple-Gold World Series
-ECU Swimming & Diving Names Captains For 2010-11 Season
-Zhang Leads ECU at Hokie Fall Invitational

From the Greenville Daily Reflector
-Pirates lose Dixon for season with knee injury
-Editorial- Lessons from UNC-CH troubles
-ECU Notes- Military employment recognized

Pirates regroup after UNC-CH loss
Jacksonville Daily News

USM eyes ECU after corralling the Herd
Biloxi Sun Herald

Improved USM 'D' faces pass-happy East Carolina
Myrtle Beach Sun News (AP)

Week 5 Week in Review
CBSSports.com

Jeff Feagles- Matt Dodge could use sports psychologist
ESPN

David Garrard rebounds while featuring his biggest asset.
Big Cat Country

October 4, 2010
Child Health Day
Improve Your Home Office Day
St. Francis of Assisi Feast Day (Catholic)
Ten-Four Day
UN World Habitat Day
Anniversary - Sputnik
Birthday - President Rutherford Hayes Birthday (19th President)
Birthday of Confucius (China)

From Bonesville.net
-O'Brien: Season of transition tests Pirates
-Associated Press & Coaches Polls

From ecupirates.com
-Wilcox Lifts ECU To 2-1 Victory
-Memphis Defeats Volleyball, 3-1
-ECU To Compete At Wolfpack Intercollegiate

From the Greenville Daily Reflector
-Shipwrecks are learning labs for ECU
-SUMMERS- Winds of change can provide breaths of fresh air, or gusts of dismay (Sub Req'd)

College Football Clipboards
Raleigh News & Observer

Area stars shine in ECU-UNCCH game
New Bern Sun Journal

October 3, 2010
World Communion Sunday

From Bonesville.net
-BVL Game Center: North Carolina 42, East Carolina 17
-O'Brien: ECU needs second half adjustment
-Myatt: Ruff's agenda: Making corrections
-BVL: East Carolina-North Carolina Box Score
-BVL: C-USA Scoreboard, Standings, Schedule, TV Listings
BVL Audio: Ruffin McNeill Post-game Presser

From ecupirates.com
-Pirates Fall To Tar Heels, 42-17
-Final Stats
-Photo Gallery
-Pirates Set Career Marks At Louisville Classic
-Volleyball Hosts Memphis Sunday
-ECU Mounts Rally But Falls In Five

Heels pull away from ECU
Kinston Free Press

From the Greenville Daily Reflector
-Tar Heels pull away late against ECU
-Mistakes continue to haunt ECU (Sub Req'd)

Tar Heels run past Pirates
Washington Daily News

Searcy returns to help lead UNC-CH over East Carolina
Fayetteville Observer

From the Raleigh News & Observer
-Heels shrug off problems, Pirates
-Rivalry win gives Tar Heels a big lift
-Draughn finds the end zone - three times
-See pregame tailgate photo galleries
-Photos: First Look- ECU @ UNC-CH | 10.02.10
-Photos: UNC-CH 42, East Carolina 17 | 10.02.10

North Carolina (@ Chapel Hill) beats East Carolina 42-17
The Associated Press

From Tarheelblue.com
-Second Half Eruption Powers Tar Heels Over Pirates, 42-17
-Postgame Notes
-Postgame Quotes
-Walston- Playmakers

UNCCH- Postgame Quotes + Audio
Scout.com

Tar Heels' rush game leads the way as Draughn and White each have 100-yard days
Durham Herald-Sun

Heels break loose in second half to pound ECU
Wilmington Star-News

Heels run past Pirates
Winston Salem Journal

Titans' Johnson inspires fear with speed
Denver Post

October 2, 2010
Pirate Game Day

From ecupirates.com
-ECU Travels To In-State Rival North Carolina-Chapel Hill
-Gametracker | Gameday Central | ESPN3
-ECU Mounts Rally But Falls In Five
-SMU Tops ECU On The Pitch, 1-0
-Nine Records Set During Purple-Gold Meet
-Jackie Simpson Joins Volleyball Staff

Gameday Weather - Kenan Memorial Stadium
Weather.com

From tarheelblue.com
-Tar Heel Gameday Central
-Fan Gameday Information
-Weekly Release
-Kenan Stadium
-Parking Information

Countdown to Kickoff- UNCCH vs. ECU
scout.com

Harris does it all for ECU
Raleigh News & Observer

Pirates set to take on Tar Heels
Washington Daily News

Pirates, Heels set to meet
Kinston Free Press

Game Day- Pirates-Heels renew rivalry
Greenville Daily Reflector (Sub Req'd)

Rivalry is intense for Heels, Pirates
Winston Salem Journal

UNC-CH, ECU trying to stabilize defenses
Asheville Citizen-Times (AP)

Coming off first victory, Tar Heels feel less pressure
Burlington Times News

Heels hope to build on win against ECU
Shelby Star

From the Durham Herald-Sun
-Tar Heels get no relief vs. Pirates
-HEELS LOOK TO KICK UP 2ND WIN

Tar Heels have plenty of concerns
Gaston Gazette

Merletti leads UNC-CH onto the field with a flag that flew in Afghanistan
Fayetteville Observer

East Carolina vs UNC-CH 2010 College Football Predictions
Point-Spreads.com

October 1, 2010
Paint it Purple Friday
Lee National Denim Day
National Diversity Day
Simchat Torah (Jewish)
UN International Day of Older Persons
World Smile Day
World Vegetarian Day
Anniversary - CD Player
Anniversary - Disney World
Anniversary - Levittown (1st suburb)
Anniversary - Model T (Ford)
Birthday - President Jimmy Carter (39th President)

From Bonesville.net
-Monroe: Kevin's Keys to the North Carolina Game
-BVL: C-USA Standings, Schedule & Scoreboard

From ecupirates.com
-Baseball Announces 2011 Schedule
-ECU-SMU Soccer Game Moved To Cary, N.C.
-Swimming And Diving To Hold Intrasquad Meet
-Volleyball Continues C-USA Slate At UAB

Blacknall seeks redemption against Tar Heels
Jacksonville Daily News

ECU's Dixon finally gets to play in Kenan
Winston-Salem Journal

Freshmen stepping up for Pirates
Greenville Daily Reflector (Sub Req'd)

Club hockey preparing for new era
The East Carolinian

Cosby catcher committs to ECU
Richmond Times Dispatch

Giants Prepare for Dodge Ball
Wall Street Journal

East Carolina Game Guide
Tarheelblue.com

Dual-threat QB awaits Tar Heels
Daily Tar Heel

Pat's Picks- Coach Dye's Football Predictions
scout.com

From ESPN (blog)
-Non-AQ predictions- Week 5
-ACC predictions- Week 5

College Football Picks Week 5- East Carolina vs. North Carolina Predictions
Bleacher Report

East Carolina vs North Carolina-Chapel Hill NCAA Football Betting
Offshore Insiders

October 31, 2010

From the Annapolis Capital
-Duke bedevils Midshipmen 34-31
-Duke QB picks apart Mids
-Flat first half dooms Navy

Renfree's record day lifts the Devils
Durham Herald-Sun

From the Raleigh News & Observer
-Devils hold on for win
-Heels avoid upset
-Mountaineers fend off upset bid

From the Hampton Roads Daily Press
-London overcome by emotion after Virginia's statement victory over Miami
-W&M can't hang with Tar Heels in fourth quarter, loses 21-17

ACC Insider - Ex-Heel a winner in spite of Tribe�s loss
Wilmington Star News

Focus squarely on Stewart with WVU in Big East basement
Charleston (WV) Gazette

From the Spartanburg Herald-Journal
-Lattimore, No. 17 Gamecocks put away Volunteers, 38-24
-Clemson digs its own hole, loses at Boston College

Parker struggles again in costly defeat
Anderson Independent

From the Charlotte Observer
-Gettis ahead of the pace for Panthers
-Jennings' triple-double too much for Bobcats
-USC holds court
-Gators stay in hunt

Skins' Fletcher heads to 200th straight game
Norfolk Virginian Pilot

October 30, 2010

Another slips away for WVU
Charleston (WV) Gazette

From the Charleston (WV) Daily Mail
-UConn beats WVU in overtime
-Big East needs to add more teams to conference

From the Annapolis Capital
-Navy wary of downtrodden Duke
-Navy-Duke Capsule

From the Raleigh News & Observer
-Tribe�s Chapel Hill visit �weird�
  Ex-Heels QB Paulus returns to Kenan
-Bowl lineup forming
-Inside the ACC
-Inside the SEC
-Canes' Skinner stars in Broadway debut

Hokies ACC's only unbeaten thanks to Wolfpack
Hampton Roads Daily Press

New Technology Makes Following the Hokies Possible
Gobbler Country

From the Fayetteville Observer
-Q&A with N.C. State quarterback Russell Wilson
-ACC Football and Recruiting by Sammy Batten
-ACC football gameday

From the Charlotte Observer
-Bobcats beat up themselves after last-second loss
-Despite boos, Hansbrough pulls through
-DeAngelo Williams doubtful for Rams' game

Boston College can detour Clemson's path
Columbia (SC) State

October 29, 2010

From the Raleigh News & Observer
-Pack roars back to topple Florida State
-N.C. State, O'Brien earn epic win
-Wilson uses legs to gain the win
-Burney finally will get to play for Heels
-Media outlets sue for UNCCH records
-Duke gets top spot in AP rankings
-Giants break it open in eighth, take 2-0 Series lead

From the Fayetteville Observer
-Gutsy call says it all
-Wolfpack notches statement victory, 28-24

From the Winston Salem Journal
-Wolfpack rallies for 28-24 win
-A MUST WIN- Wolfpack is back in the chase

From the Charlotte Observer
-5 things to watch in Bobcats' home opener
-Gameday- Pacers at Bobcats, 7 p.m.
-Stopping the run a top priority
-Coastal Carolina latest football opponent

Jeffery, Gamecocks happy with WR's decision on USC
Columbia (SC) State

SEC on target with player suspensions for flagrant hits
Columbia (SC) State

McKillop reminds group that dreams are within reach
Hickory Daily Record

Making the best of a difficult situation
Roanoke Times

October 28, 2010

From the Fayetteville Observer
-No. 16 FSU, NC State meet for control of division
-Playing at home in ACC hardly an advantage
-Wolfpack's fate against 'Noles rests with Wilson

From the Raleigh News & Observer
-Pack must contain Ponder
-Healthy Bible inspires
-ACC Graduation rates
-Pack, Heels to play private scrimmages
-Home opener not so sweet for Hurricanes
-Big day for Pack alum
-Giants pound Lee in Game 1
-State looking at deer rules

From the Winston Salem Journal
-State, FSU in prime TV game
-Mountaineers' Fletcher has worked hard to improve his game

Foster's time in Iowa could help Hokies
Roanoke Times

Tigers hope to run against Eagles' tough ground defense
Anderson Independent

William and Mary and UNC-Chapel Hill coordinators ready for brotherly battle to be over
Hampton Roads Daily Press

From the Charlotte Observer
-Bobcats still winless against Mavericks in 13 attempts
-Williams misses practice with bad foot
-Gamecocks try to focus on Vols, not SEC East

Byrnes' Lattimore ready to get back at it for Gamecocks
Spartanburg Herald-Journal

UConn coach Edsall is on the hot seat
Charleston (WV) Gazette

October 27, 2010

N.C. State hopes to avoid another post-bye letdown
Greensboro News-Record

N.C. State preps for showdown with Fla. St.
Fayetteville Observer

From the Raleigh News & Observer
-Czajkowski's routine involves success
-UNC-CH's Burney cleared to return
-Canes ready to rock at home
-Boise State rolls past Louisiana Tech, 49-20
-Fowler to Sun Belt

From the Hampton Roads Daily Press
-William and Mary coach understandably hedging on Saturday's starting quarterback
-On Campus- Patient Paulus learned plenty in two starts for Tribe

Mountaineers join rest of Big East in land of mediocrity
Charleston (WV) Daily Mail

Deacons still hoping for a bowl bid
Winston Salem Journal

London enforces his academic rules
Roanoke Times

Bryan catching the ball less, enjoying it more
Wilmington Star-News

From the Charlotte Observer
-Will Bobcats' roster reshuffling ever end?
-Compared to NBA elite, Bobcats a mid-major
-Panthers' running game takes a step back
-NFC teams not looking Super

October 26, 2010

FSU defense will have hands full with Wilson
Tallahassee.com

Florida St.-N.C. State Preview
CBSSports.com

From the Charlotte Observer
-Wolfpack rested, ready for Noles
-Mississippi's SEC-worst defense braces for Auburn
-Vanderbilt makes offensive change
-Livingston, Henderson expect to be healthy for Bobcats opener
-Could one win lead to a streak?
-ESPN3 now on Time Warner Cable

From the Fayetteville Observer
-N.C. State's title hopes hinge on Thursday night game with Florida State
-Tar Heels to face old friends in Tribe

From the Hampton Roads Daily Press
-William and Mary is No. 3 in the nation, matching highest ranking in school history
-Hokies' offense scoring at historic clip

From the Durham Herald-Sun
-Tar Heels regroup after a beating by Miami
-Coaches take different approaches to social media
-Marion Jones: 'I really wish I wouldn't have lied'

Navy and Duke Set to Clash on Homecoming Weekend
NavySports.com

Cats shift focus toward getting a better bowl game
UK The Kentucky Kernel

USC deals with more injuries as Ingram breaks hand
Spartanburg Herald-Journal

From the Raleigh News & Observer
-Josh Hamilton, local high school star to MVP
-Canes storm home
-Injuries hurting Tar Heels
-NCAA forms group to tackle agent issue
-Mississippi State's cowbells in jeopardy

Media shut out of JMU practice due to tweeting
Hampton Roads Daily Press

October 25, 2010

Peers say Jimmy Bass is perfect fit for UNCW
Wilmington Star-News

From the Annapolis Capital
-Mids take fight out of the Irish
-Mids rise above Notre Dame- Navy turns tide on Irish with blasting

Tigers building momentum as BC looms
Anderson Independent

From the Spartanburg Herald-Journal
-Clemson notebook- Parker happy to have Hopkins back
-USC notebook- Linebacker Paulk suspended for first half

From the Durham Herald-Sun
-Devils take step back in Blacksburg
-Early looks - Blue Devils

DeAngelo Hall ties NFL record with four interceptions in Redskins' win over Bears
Hampton Roads Daily Press

From the Charlotte Observer
-Moore, rookie WRs ignite Panthers' first win
-Gettis kept cool, emerged a hero
-Anatomy of an elusive W
-College Football Clipboards

Commissioners want to end summer basketball recruiting
Birmingham News

From the Raleigh News & Observer
-Canes home, at last
-Williams puts Heels on the run

NASCAR: Denny Hamlin wins at Martinsville to tighten the Chase race
Winston Salem Journal

October 24, 2010

From the Charleston (WV) Gazette
-Crushing upset
-Many stunning aspects to WVU loss

Hurricanes end Heels' win streak
Raleigh News & Observer

Cruising in Coastal- Va. Tech 44, Duke 7
Roanoke Times

From the Charlotte Observer
-Being bad may lead to better days for Panthers
-QBs can survive benchings
-Moore may be offer spark Panthers need
-5 reasons Panthers are 0-5
-10 burning questions for Larry Brown
-Here's the key to Hamlin's title hopes
-Giants win NL pennant

From the Spartanburg Herald-Journal
-Buzz killers- Clemson takes revenge on Georgia Tech
-Gamecocks earn rare SEC road win at Vandy, 21-7

QB Callahan sparks William and Mary's rally for a 17-16 victory over No. 2 Delaware
Hampton Roads Daily Press

From the Greensboro News-Record
-Johnson, Hamlin rule this track
-Allen lifts Wofford to victory over Elon

ODU adjusts game plan on the fly to beat Georgia State
Norfolk Virginian Pilot

October 23, 2010

From the Raleigh News & Observer
-Heels' Miami trip is no day at beach
-Agents identified in UNC-CH probe

It's time- One of biggest games in Tribe's 116-year history
Hampton Roads Daily Press

From the Winston Salem Journal
-Presley is latest of quality QBs at Appalachian
-Blue Devils to face daunting Hokies

From the Charlotte Observer
-Michael Jordan- Bobcats will return to NBA playoffs
-Time could be on Panthers' side vs. 49ers

October 22, 2010

Tommy Tuberville still trying to meet the standards set by Mike Leach
Dallas Morning News

From the Raleigh News & Observer
-UNCCH's Houston plays waiting game
-Survey- UNCCH fans support Davis
-Database- Status of UNCCH players who have been investigated
-Duke ranked No. 1 in coaches poll
-For Duke's Johnny Williams, football life is a comic strip

From the Charlotte Observer
-Extra work made Godfrey tops in picks
-Panthers shuffle offensive line
-Panthers' defensive players get defensive about hits
-Bobcats have a potentially fierce foursome
-Bobcats waive Miles, Rogers

From the Columbia (SC) State
-Fighting with a partner
-Clemson mid-season report

Back in coaching, Bill Curry leads first-year program Georgia State against Old Dominion
Hampton Roads Daily Press

Bruce Pearl's UT contract voided
Memphis Commercial Appeal

October 21, 2010

From the Houston Chronicle
-Paralyzed Rutgers player aware of hard road ahead
-Bosworth- Blake introduced me to agent
-North Texas fires football coach Dodge

ACC football notes- NC State rests before beginning Florida State preparations
Burlington Times News

Tar Heels say Brown will sit out this season
Winston Salem Journal

From the Charlotte Observer
-Beating the old team- A reason to cheer
-Panthers' defensive players get defensive about hits
-It's Duke, then everyone else

From the Raleigh News & Observer
-It's a Denny Green kind of ACC season
-Players received meals
-Loktionov scores 1st goal, Kings edge 'Canes

From the Spartanburg Herald-Journal
-Gamecocks' Lattimore ahead of schedule in recovery
-Clemson seeks revenge against Georgia Tech
-Wofford will try to solve Elon's Riddle this week

October 20, 2010

From the Wilmington Star-News
-Jimmy Bass named UNCW athletic director
-UNCW looks for energy from new athletic director
-UNCW women's basketball player quits team

Seahawks introduce Bass as AD
  UNC Wilmington has named East Carolina administrator Jimmy Bass as its athletic director.
Greenville Daily Reflector

"Seahawk Nation" gives a thumbs up for the new UNCW AD
WWAY NewsChannel 3

From the Raleigh News & Observer
-Staal leads Hurricanes past Sharks 5-2
-Spurrier- SEC East race is wide open
-Versatility is a plus for Heels' offense

Big game for UNC-CH at Miami Saturday
Winston Salem Journal

Virginia walk-on gives the gift of life
Roanoke Times

Why Johnson walked away from Vandy
Columbia (SC) State

Beamer moving up on list of top FBS coaches
Norfolk Virginian Pilot

Jimbo Fisher brings Florida State back in a hurry
Birmingham News

Funny how they match up so well
Charlotte Observer

October 19, 2010

From the Raleigh News & Observer
-Broken leg sidelines Tar Heels' Pianalto
-Central replaces Rison
-Cutcliffe sticking with Renfree at QB
-Canes find life is hard on the road

Beamer concerned about hits on Taylor
Roanoke Times

From the Hampton Roads Daily Press
-No. 2 vs. No. 4 an historic showdown for William and Mary, but coaches only talking about the present
-Beamer talks about injuries to Tyrod Taylor and Ryan Williams

From the Spartanburg Herald-Journal
-USC to play more man after costly coverage mistakes
-Lack of passing is hurting Clemson's running game

USC�s time is NOW
Columbia (SC) State

Curry anxious to make his mark at Duke
Durham Herald Sun

Williams, Krzyzewski miles apart on agents
Winston Salem Journal

From the Charlotte Observer
-Panthers say they'll start Moore
-NFL execs slam Panthers
-Wallace sits out Miami exhibition (102 Bobcats, 96 Heat)

USF's Holtz interviewed for UC job
Cincinnati.com (blog)

October 18, 2010

Boise looking up in BCS
Boston Globe

Boise State's chances for shot at title are no longer a pipe dream
USA Today

ACC an afterthought in BCS standings
ESPN (blog)

Christian Ponder's injury tops Florida State's long list heading into NC State ...
Palm Beach Post

Three Colts fumbles don't help Redskins in 27-24 loss
Norfolk Virginian Pilot

From the Raleigh News & Observer
-Indy hangs on with late interception
-Cutcliffe sticking with Renfree at QB

From the Charlotte Observer
-Clausen's first year in pros, college both had 0-5 starts
-Here are 5 things I've learned about Bobcats

From the Roanoke Times
-Wake's Harris runs wild in losing effort
-Liberty's defense, QB lead rout of VMI

ASU in ESPNU series
Winston Salem Journal

October 17, 2010

From the Charlotte Observer
-McMurray passes Chasers, pulls away to Charlotte win
-Panthers' Kasay gears up for possible lockout
-Money for nothin' this week
-Yes Virginia, UNC-CH can win in Charlottesville
-Hokies get it all right, take 5th straight from Deacons

From the Durham Herald-Sun
-Heels finally get win in Charlottesville
-Canes pick off a victory

Lexington letdown- Kentucky stuns No. 10 USC, 31-28
Spartanburg Herald Journal

From the Columbia (SC) State
-USC shows it�s not yet championship-caliber
-Ellington�s return for a score kicks off Tigers� victory

C.J. Spiller returns to Clemson for a happy homecoming
Anderson Independent

Va. Tech pounds Wake Forest offensively
Roanoke Times

Appalachian routs The Citadel
Winston Salem Journal

October 16, 2010

Cavs get visit from surging Tar Heels
Charlottesville Daily Progress

From the Raleigh News & Observer
-Duke looks for pass rush
-Festivities mark start to college basketball season
-Collaros' 5 TDs lead Cincy over Louisville 35-27

From the Charlotte Observer
-Red-hot Hokies take on Deacons
-NASCAR wild cards- Time to hold 'em or fold 'em
-Johnson's story a compelling one
-Collins makes 1st cut as Crittenton waived

Brown dismissed as A&T athletics director
Greensboro News-Record

October 15, 2010

From the Raleigh News & Observer
-White may be best in ACC
-Houston reinstated
-Heels told to end Twitter accounts
-Williams, Coach K police agents
-Duke basketball coach believes 'family culture' can halt issues.
-Duke gets Maui trip
-Carolina suffers 1st loss
-UConn officials to face NCAA over hoops violations

Mountaineers corral Bulls
Bluefield Daily Telegraph

Is The Villanova Invite a Power Play For Control of The Big East?
Bleacher Report

UNCW baseball schedule released
Wilmington Star-News

October 14, 2010

From the Raleigh News & Observer
-Pettigrew's death ruled a suicide
-Football bonds Merletti family
-Memorial honors farmer�s Tar Heel spirit
-Wolfpack pumps up Lowe
-Early to rise, eager to shoot
-New technology keeps RBC ice flat

From the Charlotte Observer
-Pearson headlines NASCAR Hall's 2nd class
-Attendance drops; Budget cuts for NASCAR Hall?
-Danica Patrick at Charlotte
-Changes in the air for Panthers' receiving game

New Redskins receiver is the latest sensation
Norfolk Virginian Pilot

With recent struggles, Tigers have good reason to fear the Turtle
Anderson Independent

Wilson set to show off second time around for UNCW
Wilmington Star-News

From the Charleston (WV) Gazette
-WVU's struggles vs. USF defy logic
-Holtz, USF challenged by difficult schedule

From the Charlotte Observer
-Gordon wins first pole of 2010
-Davis willing to wait for his return
-Orlando's 'B Team' too much for Bobcats

October 13, 2010

From the Raleigh News & Observer
-N.C. State's punt blocks inspire confidence
-Little issues apology
-Report links Blake, agent
-Devils looking at the details
-Coastal Carolina preseason pick to win Big South

From the Norfolk Virginian Pilot
-Star ACC quarterback is pro baseball prospect, too
-Close games not new; Redskins' confidence is

LIARS, CHEATS- Sifting through the UNC-CH rubble
Winston Salem Journal

Comparing UNC-Chapel Hill scandal to others in college football
Fayetteville Observer

From the Durham Herald-Sun
-Baddour: 'Obviously we need to do more' toward compliance
-Cutcliffe ready to get back on field

From the Charlotte Observer
-Panthers find it hard to break losing cycle
-Five easy pieces to add to NASCAR Hall of Fame mosaic
-Bobcats must improvise when the offense stalls

From the Columbia (SC) State
-Elite crew has room for one more
-Clemson�s Parker looking forward

Seahawks try to stay positive despite distractions
Wilmington Star-News

From the Hampton Roads Daily Press
-Virginia Tech midseason report
-London insists he's upbeat despite U.Va.'s long losing streak

Snyder enjoying his 'nice change of pace'
Charleston (WV) Daily Mail

USF may enjoy edge in familiarity
Charleston (WV) Gazette

October 12, 2010

From the Raleigh News & Observer
-With 3 players gone, UNC-Chapel Hill will tighten rules
-It's fourth and gone
-UNC's Austin, Little, Quinn out for good
-UNC-CH trio faces uncertainty in draft
-No word on who the 'agents' are
-Hurricanes' next test - five more road games

Batten- Greed, dishonesty of UNC-CH's future pros is baffling
Fayetteville Observer

Butch Davis and Dick Baddour have some explaining to do
Hampton Roads Daily Press

Explaining The UNC-Chapel Hill Situation 
College Football News

From the Winston Salem Journal
-Davis, Baddour promise changes to football program
-WFU grants request, releases Woods from basketball program
-ASU keeps Presley out of practice as a precaution

From the Charlotte Observer
-Baddour- No tie to UNC-CH basketball
-Nowhere to go but up for Carolina Panthers
-Brown, Livingston are slowed by injuries

Virginia Tech's Greg Nosal loses part of pinky, keeps playing
Norfolk Virginian Pilot

Tyrod Taylor sets new mark for wins as Virginia Tech QB
Roanoke Times

From the Columbia (SC) State
-Bulldogs� arrest total grows to 11
-Clemson on the beat

Tigers keeping the faith despite 2-3 start
Anderson Independent

USF's Holtz familiar with WVU
Beckley Register-Herald

October 11, 2010

Gano kicks 33-yard FG in overtime, Redskins improve to 3-2 with 16-13 win over Packers
Hampton Roads Daily Press

Looking up- These Skins starting to feel good about themselves
Norfolk Virginian Pilot

From the Charlotte Observer
-Boos don't affect Peppers as Bears dust Panthers
-Field position sinks Panthers' chances
-Heels savor great win , and yet ...

From the Raleigh News & Observer
-Heels ignore adversity, and keep on winning
-Braves errors pave way for Giants

USC must focus on future or repeat history
Columbia (SC) State

USC leaps into top 10 after knocking off No. 1 Alabama
Spartanburg Herald-Journal

Duke uses week off to prepare for Hurricanes
Durham Herald-Sun

"Death to the BCS" college football playoff proposal
Birmingham News

Stewart wins, but Johnson's still tops
Greensboro News-Record

October 10, 2010

From the Raleigh News & Observer
-Wolfpack cruises past BC
-UNC-CH's Ramsay withheld from Clemson game
  Just when it looked as if North Carolina @ Chapel Hill was ready to get resolutions on most of its ineligible/withheld football players, another Tar Heel has been added to the list.
-Heels ride White in win over Clemson

N.C. State sets tone early in romp over Boston College
Fayetteville Observer

Herzlich remains upbeat
Boston Globe

South Carolina pulls upset, tops No. 1 Alabama, 35-21
Spartanburg Herald-Journal

From the Charlotte Observer
-Tide streak washes out at S. Carolina
-Julius Peppers, man of mystery, back in town
-Gameday- Reaction to Peppers- Hot and cold

Appalachian escapes with win over Elon
Greensboro News-Record

From the Winston Salem Journal
-Still Unbeaten - Presley leads Apps by Phoenix
-WFU loses late again
-UNC-CH sits fullback in case he's ineligible

Horrific sequel for Cavs
Roanoke Times

Virginia Tech's victory good for fans, good for coaches
Hampton Roads Daily Press

October 9, 2010

From the Charlotte Observer
-No. 1 Alabama brings spotlight to S. Carolina
-Charlotte is looking for Coach Right

From the Spartanburg Herald-Journal
-Gamecocks need offensive front to play big vs. 'Bama
-Clemson's margin for error vs. UNC-CH becoming slimmer

Tigers ready to end struggles, right the ship against Tar Heels
Anderson Independent

From the Raleigh News & Observer
-Heels, Tigers renew series
-Pack needs to tackle

From the Winston Salem Journal
-Tar Heels home to talented Tigers
-ASU to play struggling Elon

Appalachian State quarterback has sense of style
Shelby Star

Cavaliers, Groh renew old acquaintances with trip to Georgia Tech
Roanoke Times

October 8, 2010

From the Raleigh News & Observer
-UNC-CH probe could last a year
-Heels' Graves dismissed from team
-Yates' positive play silences critics
-Mogridge named head of recruiting
-Pack's WRs find strength in numbers
-Hurricanes storm Finland, tame Wild in NHL opener

Thorp: Probe may last more than year
Durham Herald-Sun

From the Fayetteville Observer
-Graves dismissed from UNC-CH basketball team
-The deeper story behind Graves' dismissal

Swinney says Tigers 'know good players' when they watch UNC-CH on film
Anderson Independent

Woods dismissed from WFU for fall semester
Winston Salem Journal

Beamer doesn't blame Virginia Tech for ragged starts, credits opponents
Hampton Roads Daily Press

Hosley's 3 picks and more bring defensive honors
Roanoke Times

U.Va. report- Proper tackling will be essential vs. Ga. Tech
Norfolk Virginian Pilot

Third time, no charm for USC vs. Alabama last season
Spartanburg Herald-Journal

From the Charlotte Observer
-Panthers 'pups' to grow fast
-Panthers hoping to cash in against sack-prone Bears
-A Panthers upset brews in 'welcome back Julius' week
-Edwards has sea legs for first NFL game
-Bears QB Cutler will miss Panthers game
-Where has NASCAR's TV audience gone?

October 7, 2010

From the Raleigh News & Observer
-Wolfpack's backs making their names
-ACC quarterbacks are underachieving
-Osborne won't confirm contact
-SEC West flexing its muscle against the East
-Put 'em in or keep 'em out- The Boise State debate
-BCS standings to be released Sunday nights on ESPN

Spurrier asks USC fans to be on their best behavior
Spartanburg Herald-Journal

Spurrier excited to hear ESPN�s �GameDay� is coming to Columbia
Anderson Independent

Committee plans thorough, quick and efficient search for UNCW's new AD
Wilmington Star-News

ASU basketball player Breeze arrested on drug charges
Winston Salem Journal

WVU fans can thank Hamrick for UNLV date
Charleston (WV) Daily Mail

Big East notebook- League play starts, but Pitt-ND game to watch
Charleston (WV) Gazette

From the Charlotte Observer
-Panthers, Peppers split was perfect divorce
-Peppers clears the air
-New WR a quick study
-He's back- Vikings get Moss from Patriots in trade
-Close not quite cutting it for Bobcats' boss
-Girl kicker helps Piedmont to fast start

NBA's Thunder share court with troops
College Football News

October 6, 2010

From the Charlotte Observer
-Panthers release Jarrett after 2nd DWI charge
-Panthers waited too long to cut Jarrett
-3rd down becomes tripping point for Panthers
-FireButchDavis.com goes to TarHeelBlue.com
-49ers football teams up with Coca-Cola for promotion
-Erratic shots lead to Bobcats' loss in opener
-Sinkhole forms at Charlotte Motor Speedway

From the Raleigh News & Observer
-Blake called Suh's family
-QB situation muddy at Wake
-Spurrier not focusing on mark
-Canes' Skinner ready to take shot at career

Pat Dye Jr. wants accountability, 'fear factor' for unscrupulous player agents
Huntsville Times

South Carolina getting ready for rare meeting with No. 1
Spartanburg Herald Journal

ACC Insider - Future of ACC comes a bit more into focus
Wilmington Star-News

Its hot start history, N.C. State regroups
Greensboro News-Record

Now Georgia Tech's defensive coordinator, Al Groh a chatterbox
Hampton Roads Daily Press

Evans answers Internet critics
Roanoke Times

Highsmith likes the smack talk
New Bern Sun Journal

One Pretty Cool Flag
Winston Salem Journal

October 5, 2010

From the Raleigh News & Observer
-Davis apologizes for UNC-CH situation
-Lawyers say Blake accepted 'gifts' from sports agent
-UNC-CH loses Elleby
-Pack shifts focus to Eagles
-From Russia- No love

Tar Heels coach- Sorry about ex-assistant
Burlington Times News

From the Winston Salem Journal
-UNC-CH's lineup shuffle will continue against Clemson
-N.C. State trying to put its first defeat behind
-Deacs' starting quarterback undetermined
-Americans Foiled- Europe takes Ryder Cup with final-match win

USC defense hopes to slow down 'Bama's run attack
Spartanburg Herald Journal

Navy offense can't get out of neutral close to finish line
Washington Post

Atlantic Coast Conference News and Notes
Sports Network

UNCW names committee, hires firm to search for new AD
Wilmington Star-News

Obviously, Virginia doesn't yet have the players
Roanoke Times

Michael Vick says he expects to miss at least one game due to injuries
Hampton Roads Daily Press

From the Charlotte Observer
-Panthers' final drive was a ball of confusion
-Thomas says he's matured, ready for season
-Bobcats deal will limit Heat tickets
-Appalachian State ranked No. 1 in 2 FCS polls

Panthers' Smith probably will miss next game
Charlotte Observer

October 4, 2010

Source: Ex-UNCCH coach lobbied for agent
ESPN.com

From the Raleigh News & Observer
-Control the issue at Chapel Hill
-Canes carry NHL banner into Russia

From the Durham Herald-Sun
-Report: Blake tried to influence Dareus
-Blue Devils get time off to regroup

From the Charlotte Observer
-First win slips through Carolina Panthers' hands
-Notebook- Steve Smith suffers high ankle sprain
-Clausen delivers hope, letdown
-DeAngelo shows cutback, then cut down
-NBA notes- European tour continues despite terror threats
-Thomas' play, blocks make an impression
-Gamecocks only Carolinas team left in Top 25

From the Spartanburg Herald-Journal
-National spotlight coming to USC with No. 1 Alabama
-Clemson's Swinney upbeat despite series of mistakes

Tigers� so-so start feels like d�j� vu
Anderson Independent

Homecoming king- McNabb emerges victorious in Philly
Norfolk Virginian Pilot

Michael Vick injures ribs, chest; Donovan McNabb leads Washington to 17-12 win in return to Philadelphia
Hampton Roads Daily Press

October 3, 2010

Comeback for the ages
  Tech makes its biggest rally for a victory in the Beamer era.
Roanoke Times

Tyrod Taylor rallies Hokies over Wolfpack
Fayetteville Observer

From the Raleigh News & Observer
-Hokies storm back to derail Pack
-Wolfpack leaves too many points on the field
-Observations from the N.C. State-Virginia Tech game
-Taylor wins quarterback battle over Wilson
-Maryland denies Blue Devils
-Observations from the Duke-Maryland game
-Yellow Jackets rally past Demon Deacons
-Miami holds Tigers; Seminoles rip Virginia; BC falls
-McNabb-Eagles matchup in Philadelphia arrives

From the Anderson Independent
-Turnovers doom Tigers against Miami
-Silver lining difficult to find in Tigers� 30-21 setback to Hurricanes

From the Winston Salem Journal
-Deacons are stung - QB Nesbitt engineers late touchdown drive
-A Loss That Sticks in the Craw

Devils let one get away vs. Terps
Durham Herald-Sun

From the Wilmington Star-News
-ACC Insider - Pack must lick its wounds, but still in the hunt
-UNCW athletics ripe for effective leadership

From the Hampton Roads Daily Press
-William and Mary savors 31-24 victory over No. 1 Villanova
-Florida State humbles Virginia again, wins 34-14

New Orleans Saints have reason to be wary of Carolina Panthers
New Orleans Times Picayune

From the Charlotte Observer
-Hurney's focus for Carolina Panthers- Get back on track
-Panthers not only riddle
-Panthers gameday
-Bobcats appreciate Brown's candor

October 2, 2010

From the Raleigh News & Observer
-NCAA denies UNC-CH appeals
-Wichard will be interviewed by state investigators
-Wolfpack's preparation is Taylor-made
-Hokies are a boon to the ACC
-Inside the ACC- Showdown in Raleigh
-Preview- Georgia Tech at Wake Forest
-Preview- Duke at Maryland
-Sutter sends Canes off with a bang

Davis' days at UNC-CH are numbered � no matter what he says
Wilmington Star-News

From the Fayetteville Observer
-ACC locker rooms- Previewing today's games
-Wilson's Heisman hopes on the line

State hopes to keep rolling
Winston Salem Journal

Hokies new defensive looks aim to confuse N.C. State's offense
Hampton Roads Daily Press

From the Charlotte Observer
-Inside the ACC
-Inside the SEC
-College Football- Saturday's National Outlook
-Around the region
-Florida-Alabama has intrigue, not finality
-Late-night TV watching led Brown to McGuire

Geography shouldn't be a concern as Big East mulls expansion
Charleston (WV) Gazette

North Texas receiver killed in auto accident
Houston Chronicle