I’m a sucker for Thanksgiving traditions. Our family always spends the week at Topsail Beach, and the holiday is invalid unless it includes the following: a Macy’s parade, mashed potatoes, squash casserole, pecan pie and a nap in front of an NFL game. A Bonesville Thanksgiving column doesn’t qualify as a requirement, but this year seems like a good time to start something new, … [Read more...]
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Football RecruitingHelp is on the way for ECU running game
Keaton Mitchell had to wait his turn to become the feature running back at Eagles Landing Christian Academy in McDonough, GA. But when his time finally came, Mitchell produced a season that placed his name in the state record books ahead of legendary Herschel Walker. The 5-foot-9, 170-pounder registered 49 rushing touchdowns along with 2,509 yards rushing during his first … [Read more...]
From the Anchor DeskPirates look to build on late-season trend
Four wins in a season doesn’t sound like that much. Five wins isn’t exactly a dream season either. After three straight 3-9 campaigns at East Carolina, that fourth win was a welcome sight for this program under first-year coach Mike Houston. ECU got win number four with a 31-24 win over Connecticut in East Hartford on Saturday afternoon. It certainly wasn’t a thing of … [Read more...]
Insights from BrettFateful play secured milestone for Gore, ECU
It’s a commonly held belief that if we set goals, work hard and never give up, we will eventually be rewarded for our effort. The reality is that life doesn’t always give us the happy endings we dream about. But when it does, it’s a wonder to behold. Colby Gore had one of those moments Saturday. The senior cornerback, more than anyone else on the East Carolina … [Read more...]
Basketball NewsOwls overtake ECU
NASSAU, BAHAMAS — East Carolina fell 77-69 to Rice on Sunday as the Owls overcame a 32-27 halftime deficit in the Islands of the Bahamas Showcase. The score was tied at 49 when Drew Peterson scored five straight points for Rice (6-3) and the Owls maintained a lead the remainder of the game. Junior guard Tyrie Jackson led ECU (2-5) with 20 points. Sophomore Jayden … [Read more...]