Coaching transitions are sometimes a sign of success. The pursuit of personnel from unsuccessful programs is limited. East Carolina, coming off a 9-4 season, has moved on from its previous era of coordinators as John David Baker and Josh Aldridge had left the Ward Sports Medicine Building before the Military Bowl on Dec. 27. Baker, the offensive coordinator, returned to … [Read more...]
Spring Practice VideoJordon Hankins and Jordan Davis presser
East Carolina defensive coordinator Jordon Hankins and offensive coordinator Jordan Davis fielded questions from the media Monday after the team's practice session. Each of them addressed a number of topics as they appraise their respective units in their first year in the roles. ECU opens the 2026 season on Sept. 5 at Alabama. The Pirates finished 9-4 last season, capped … [Read more...]
BLACKBEARD'S ALLEY VIDEOPhoto tour: Isley Indoor Performance Center
Watch this episode of "Blackbeard's Alley" featuring Bubba Rosenbaum's photographic update on the construction of East Carolina's Isley Indoor Performance Center. The practice facility is scheduled to be completed in October. https://youtu.be/TuKw3byiWZY?si=PIkHafFBIxy21mz4 PLAY EPISODE ON YOUTUBE >>> … [Read more...]
Spring Practice VideoBlake Harrell presser
East Carolina coach Blake Harrell addressed the media Friday and fielded questions after the team's eighth practice session and first scrimmage. He said the offensive line is showing signs of progress, noted that receiver Ray Ray Joseph is having "a great spring" and that the experience of transfer quarterbacks Emory Williams and Mitch Griffis is apparent. The Pirates will … [Read more...]
VIEW FROM THE EASTHarrell uses Duke hoops as example
Football coach Blake Harrell used some examples from the weekend when talking about the Pirates' progress in spring practice this week. In reference to the quarterback competition between transfers Emory Williams from Miami and Mitch Griffis from Texas Tech, Harrell was asked what he was looking for in evaluating the duo. "Taking care of the football," Harrell … [Read more...]