Whether it's the Cliff Moore practice facility or a stadium venue, there is a level of effort and execution that East Carolina coach Mike Houston knows is essential to success. The Pirates prepared properly before dispatching Temple, 45-3, in their most recent combat and will be looking to become bowl eligible at Memphis on Saturday (ESPN+, noon, ET). Houston shared … [Read more...]
Football Recruiting ReportProlific receiver Webb may enroll early
Because of the exceptional receiver talent in the McEachern (GA) High School football program, it took a while for Kaleb Webb to establish himself. But as a senior this season the 6-foot-2, 185-pounder has emerged as one of the top playmakers in Georgia, piling up more than 1,000 yards and 14 touchdowns receiving and over 600 yards on returns. Even before Webb began … [Read more...]
Inside Game DayProgram revival continues as Pirates pluck Owls
GREENVILLE — East Carolina continued to progress as a program with a thorough 45-3 American Athletic Conference victory over Temple on Saturday at Dowdy-Ficklen Stadium. The Pirates (5-4, 3-2 AAC) will have the opportunity to become bowl eligible for the first time since the 2014 season with a trip to Memphis next Saturday (ESPN+, noon, ET). "Really proud of the kids," … [Read more...]
Al Myatt & Kevin MonroeBonesville Pregame Podcast
Join Al Myatt and Kevin Monroe for the Bonesville Pregame Podcast as they look ahead to East Carolina's American Athletic Conference clash with Temple on Saturday, Nov. 6, 2021, at Dowdy-Ficklen Stadium in Greenville, NC (3 p.m., ESPN+). Myatt and Monroe analyze the Pirates and their opponent ahead of kickoff each week. With decades of experience as a sports journalist, … [Read more...]
Special FeatureGame Day Weather
Weather is a potential factor as East Carolina hosts Temple today at 3 p.m. The forecast calls for 55 degrees at kickoff with 80 percent humidity, a 40 percent chance of precipitation and wind from the North-Northwest at 18 miles per hour. At game's end, the temperature is expected to remain at 55 degrees with 86 percent humidity, a 70 percent chance of rain and wind continuing … [Read more...]