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...]
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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...]
Special FeatureGame Day Weather
East Carolina (3-3, 1-1 American Athletic Conference) visits No. 23 Army (6-0, 5-0) for a noon kickoff (ESPN2) on Saturday. The temperature in West Point, NY, at the start of the game is expected to be 61 degrees with 40 percent humidity and wind from the north at one mile per hour. The temperature will increase to 68 degrees by the conclusion of the contest with the humidity … [Read more...]
Al Myatt & Kevin MonroeBonesville Pregame Show
Join Al Myatt and Kevin Monroe for the Bonesville Pregame Show as they preview East Carolina's Saturday, Oct. 19, 2024, American Athletic Conference road challenge with unbeaten and 23rd-ranked Army (12 p.m., ESPN2). Myatt and Monroe analyze the Pirates and their opponent ahead of kickoff each week. Seasoned by almost five decades of experience as a sports journalist, Myatt … [Read more...]