Watch this "Pirate Preview" episode of the The Sports Objective‘s series of YouTube clips. Dave Richmond, Kyle Barber and Bubba Rosenbaum are joined by Ryan Wallen of Owls Daily to look ahead to East Carolina's homecoming matchup with American Athletic Conference opponent Temple on Saturday, Oct. 26, 2024 (2 p.m., ESPN+). The contest will be defensive coordinator Blake … [Read more...]
CLASS OF 2025 RECRUITING FEATURE‘Swiss Army Knife’ set for linebacker at ECU
Asking a player to make a significant position change as a senior is often met with resistance and frustration. But Macklin Sanders not only embraced the challenge, he parlayed it into a college scholarship to play for East Carolina. Sanders, a 6-foot-2, 215-pounder linebacker from Ola High School in McDonough, GA, made a verbal commitment to the Pirates on June 22. … [Read more...]
VIEW FROM THE EASTHouston’s tenure complicated by changes, COVID
When Mike Houston's tenure at East Carolina as football coach ended Sunday morning, it followed an incredible span of change the former national champion at James Madison could never have anticipated. Houston was confronted with the COVID crisis that shortened a season, lengthened player eligibility and even resulted in the cancellation of a bowl game the Pirates were … [Read more...]
FOOTBALL NEWSHouston out, Harrell in as interim coach
GREENVILLE — Mike Houston, who was in his sixth season as head football coach at East Carolina, was relieved of his duties on Sunday after a 45-28 loss at Army on Saturday. Athletic director Jon Gilbert made an announcement after an evaluation of the program. Defensive coordinator Blake Harrell will serve as interim head coach. Houston had successful stints at … [Read more...]
Inside Game DayPirates upstaged by the Daily Show
WEST POINT, NY — The Daily Show on Comedy Central originates in New York City — about 50 miles and $15 in tolls from Michie Stadium, Army's football home. The Black Knights produced their own version of the Daily Show on Saturday and it was no laughing matter for East Carolina. Senior quarterback Bryson Daily ran 31 times for 171 yards and five touchdowns in a 45-28 … [Read more...]