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Wilkes’ five goals pace Pirates past Queens, 12-8, in season opener

By ECUPirates.com CHARLOTTE, N.C. – The East Carolina lacrosse team defeated Queens, 12-8, in their season opener on Saturday afternoon. The four-goal win represented the new largest margin in the program's series history with the Royals. The Pirates (1-0) got off to...

Cardinals to hold Alec Burleson Bobblehead Day

Fans of ECU alum Alec Burleson can take part in a unique day to celebrate him on Saturday, March 29. The St. Louis Cardinals will recognize their star player with his own bobblehead day. The Cardinals and Burleson will take on the Minnesota Twins in a 1:15 p.m. game....

Justin Hardy happy to still be in Ottawa

ECU Alum Justin Hardy seems to be happy staying in Ottawa. The wide receiver decided to stick with the RedBlacks when free agency came about. He recently agreed to a new deal with his current team. “I’m very excited,” he said of all the faces returning. “Last year was...

Pirates split first day At Gamecock Invitational

By ECUPirates.com COLUMBIA, S.C. – The East Carolina softball team opened its season with a split at the Gamecock Invitational, falling 4-2 to Virginia before bouncing back to defeat Providence 6-4 at Carolina Softball Stadium at Beckham Field on Friday evening. Game...

Varner III 12 shots outside lead at LIV Golf Riyadh

Adrian Meronk shot a 6-under-par 66 and holds a two-shot lead at the LIV Golf Riyadh. ECU Alum Harold Varner III shot a 2-under-par for the second straight day and sits tied for 27th at 4-under par, 12 shots off the lead. LIV Golf plays three rounds. The last round is...

Two Pirates, Greenville native on NCBWA All-America teams

Two members of the ECU baseball team and a Greenville native have been recognized by the National Collegiate Baseball Writers Association. ECU’s Ryley Johnson and Ethan Norby were selected on the 2025 NCBWA Preseason All-America teams. Greenville native Matthew...

Pirates open 2025 campaign at Queens on Saturday

By ECUPirates.com The East Carolina lacrosse team is set to begin its 2025 season on the road against the Queens Royals on Saturday at 11 a.m. at the Queens Sports Complex. Though the game will not be available for streaming, live stats will be available via...