East Carolina's football roster will have experienced a significant turnover by the time the 2023 season kicks off next September 2nd at Michigan. Because of expired eligibility, exits via the NCAA Transfer Portal and others departing for a shot at the NFL, the Pirates will be missing 29 players who were part of an 8-5 finish highlighted by a big victory against Coastal … [Read more...]
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VIEW FROM THE EASTJeff Charles, ‘The Voice,’ has died
Jeff Charles, the longtime voice of East Carolina football and basketball, died suddenly in New Orleans on Friday. Charles was scheduled to describe the action as the Pirates visited Tulane for a basketball game on Saturday. The matchup will be rescheduled in deference to his passing at age 70. Charles called his 1,000th ECU basketball game earlier this season. He came to … [Read more...]
VIEW FROM THE EASTBusy offseason for Houston
A lady once asked former East Carolina football coach Steve Logan what he did in the offseason. Her assumption was that he didn't have any demands on his time when the Pirates weren't preparing for or playing games. No one could appreciate the humor in that misconception more than current ECU coach Mike Houston, who is doing his best to navigate the new challenges of name, … [Read more...]
ECU Recruiting NewsTowering lineman Neolian still honing skills (updated)
Editor's note: Story updated to indicate that four offensive linemen are signed or have committed to be a part of ECU's recruiting class of 2023. Marleo Neolien is a classic example of the "late bloomer'' when it comes to football. Raised on the South Shore of Long Island in the village of Freeport, and just outside of New York City where basketball is king, Neolien's … [Read more...]
Basketball NewsPirates top SMU, 77-72
GREENVILLE — East Carolina closed Saturday's American Athletic Conference contest with Southern Methodist on a 10-5 run for a 77-72 win in Williams Arena at Minges Coliseum. Brandon Johnson had 27 points as ECU evened its overall record at 12-12. Ezra Ausar added 19 points and 13 rebounds as the Pirates improved to 3-8 in the AAC. R.J. Felton had 18 points and Jaden Walker … [Read more...]