East Carolina coach Mike Houston was pleased after the first practice of preseason football camp on Tuesday morning as the Pirates got a break with lower than normal temperatures. "Couldn't ask for better weather," Houston said. "I told some of the new guys, I said, 'This is mid-October weather right here.' I mean, this is certainly not typical Eastern North Carolina … [Read more...]
FOOTBALL MEDIA DAYHouston develops veteran’s perspective
Mike Houston made his remarks at the media kickoff for American Athletic Conference football as one of the league's longest-tenured coaches. Even as his rebuilding efforts continue from three straight 3-9 seasons prior to his arrival, Houston is an AAC veteran as he enters his fifth season at East Carolina. With the abrupt dismissal of Ken Niumatalolo after 15 seasons at … [Read more...]
FOOTBALL MEDIA DAYAresco tackles NIL, Power Five
As is his custom, American Athletic Conference Commissioner Mike Aresco led off the league's football media kickoff Tuesday with an opening speech. Aresco recognized passings in the league community such as East Carolina play-by-play voice Jeff Charles, a recent selection for the ECU Athletics Hall of Fame. Aresco lauded the league's accomplishments, including Tulane's … [Read more...]
VIEW FROM THE EASTBaseball success continues
There are many measures of success in college baseball and East Carolina checked many boxes in 2023. The Pirates finished 47-19 and were ranked No. 24 in the final D1 Baseball poll. ECU won the American Athletic Conference regular-season championship and earned a berth in the NCAA Tournament. Two pitchers were taken in the recent MLB draft and two more signed free agent … [Read more...]
VIEW FROM THE EASTECU roster evolves
East Carolina faces some huge voids from its 2022 roster as the 2023 season opener at Michigan on Sept. 2 at noon approaches. The Pirates have welcomed transfers who could help sustain the success that has resulted in bowl invitations the last two years. Mason Garcia has been the quarterback in waiting for three seasons behind Holton Ahlers. As Garcia takes the reins, the … [Read more...]