Defensive coordinator Josh Aldridge was looking forward to Saturday's scrimmage from the standpoint of necessity. East Carolina has not been doing a lot of that activity that involves hitting, wrapping and bringing opposing ball carriers to the ground thus far in preseason camp. "We haven't done a ton of tackling yet," said the former Auburn assistant who also coaches … [Read more...]
Fall Camp VideoAldridge and Baker talk offense and defense
East Carolina defensive coordinator Josh Aldridge and offensive coordinator John David Baker spoke with reporters Tuesday about the states of their respective units as drills continue in the second week of fall camp. The Pirates kicked off fall practice last week at the Cliff Moore Practice Complex. ECU's preseason camp will conclude August 20 ahead of the season opener at … [Read more...]
FOOTBALL RECRUITING PROFILEPirates land decorated Gaffney edge
An up-close look by East Carolina's coaching staff last spring propelled Zyon Ratchford from just another prospect to a major target. The Pirates had corresponded with the 6-foot-3, 215-pound linebacker from Gaffney (SC) High School as well as his teammate, defensive lineman Kelton Smith. But their interest took a more serious turn after ECU's outside linebacker coach Rico … [Read more...]
Press Conference VideoBlake Harrell talks about fall camp
East Carolina football coach Blake Harrell spoke with reporters Friday after the team's fifth day of fall practice. The Pirates kicked off the drills on Monday at the Cliff Moore Practice Complex. The Pirates progressed to shells Wednesday and will don full gear Saturday. ECU's preseason camp will conclude August 20 ahead of the season opener at N.C. State on August … [Read more...]
FOOTBALL NEWSPirates add Big Ten foe to 2027 slate
East Carolina and Northwestern will face off in a non-conference football game on September 18, 2027, at Ryan Field, both schools announced on Tuesday. The game will mark ECU’s first trip to Northwestern and its 10th game against a current Big Ten team. The matchup is ECU’s third non-conference contest scheduled for 2027, joining home games against Wake Forest (Sept. 11) and … [Read more...]