East Carolina coach Blake Harrell fielded questions from reporters at his Monday press conference. He reviewed the Pirates' win over Army leading into last week's bye week and addressed preparations for another primetime American Conference matchup Thursday night at Tulane (7:30 p.m., ESPN). In preliminary remarks, Harrell honored the memory of recently deceased ECU alum and … [Read more...]
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AMERICAN NOTESAAC scoreboard, highlights & schedule
Here's a summary of week 6 scores and notable individual performances in the American Conference and a look at the standings and week 7 schedule. WEEK 6 SCOREBOARD Friday, October 4 South Florida 54, Charlotte 26 * Saturday, October 4 Navy 34, Air Force 31 Army 31, UAB 13 * Temple 27, UTSA 21 * Florida Atlantic 27, Rice 21 * Memphis 45, Tulsa 7 … [Read more...]
VIEW FROM THE EASTWill bigger be better for 2025-26 hoops?
East Carolina went 19-14 overall last year for its first winning season since 2014. The Pirates were 10-8 in the American Conference for their best record since joining the league in 2014-15 although former conference powers Central Florida, Cincinnati and Houston have moved to the Big 12. Still, last season was an accomplishment, but it was last season, and ECU will be … [Read more...]
AMERICAN NOTESAAC scoreboard, highlights & schedule
Here's a summary of week 5 scores and notable individual performances in the American Conference and a look at the standings and week 6 schedule. WEEK 5 SCOREBOARD Thursday, September 25 East Carolina 28, Army 6 * Saturday, September 27 North Texas 36, South Alabama 22 Navy 21, Rice 13 * Tulane 31, Tulsa 14 * Memphis 55, Florida Atlantic 26 * Asterisk … [Read more...]
Inside Game DayPirates use quick getaway in reversing roles with Army
GREENVILLE — There were some big differences in the Army-East Carolina matchup on Thursday night compared to last year. The Black Knights didn't have Bryson Daily at quarterback. He accounted for six touchdowns in a 45-28 win for the Black Knights in 2024. This year's game was played at Dowdy-Ficklen Stadium rather than Michie Stadium at West Point. An afternoon … [Read more...]