PRL Thursday: Jake Hunter, Holton Ahlers and Greg Hudson (among others)
Just because the East Carolina sports season is over doesn't mean we can't still chat with Pirates. Today's "Pirate Radio Live" is filled with former ECU alum. Baseball star Jake Hunter stops in to talk about the season, AAC Tournament, the Conway Regional and more....
ECU’s Brad Pruett enters transfer portal, Godwin says on X he is angry about ‘system’
UPDATE: Brad Pruett announced on Monday that he would play baseball for Georgia starting in 2026. ===== The news, along with details Add pitcher Brad Pruett to the list of East Carolina baseball players heading to the transfer portal. College Baseball Central’s Andrew...
Pirates in baseball: Jeff Hoffman, Blue Jays top Phillies, former closer
Jeff Hoffman got the first taste of victory against his former team on Wednesday. Wow. Former Blue Jays closer Jordan Romano gets the loss for the Phillies and former Phillies reliever Jeff Hoffman gets the win for Toronto. Phillies lose on a walkoff tonight....
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Former ECU offensive coordinator gets new job in AAC
A former ECU offensive coordinator is back in the AAC with a new job. Todd Fitch, who has had other stops, including LSU, will take over as Charlotte's offensive coordinator. Fitch was with the Pirates from 2007-09 under then-coach Skip Holtz. Click here to read more....
Pirates drop third straight, falling to Florida Atlantic, 64-48
By ECUPirates.com GREENVILLE, N.C. - The East Carolina women's basketball dropped a home contest to Florida Atlantic, 64-48, on Saturday afternoon in Minges Coliseum. The Owls' Mya Perry led all scorers in the game with 29 points. The Pirates (8-7, 0-3 AAC) led the...
SI: Big things could come this season for Blue Jays’ Trey Yesavage
ECU alum and Toronto Blue Jays pitcher Trey Yesavage hasn't officially thrown any innings of pro ball. However, the expectations for him are already sky-high in 2025. SI.com reports, "Trey Yesavage has yet to make his professional debut, but the Toronto Blue Jays'...
ECU alum Zay Jones united with brother on Arizona Cardinals for regular-season finale
For one game, at least, the Jones Brothers are together again. Vi Jones was released from the Tampa Bay Rays’ 53-man roster last Saturday. Then, on Monday, his agent said the Arizona Cardinals had claimed him off waivers. That meant he and his older brother, ECU alum...
Sunday could be last game for Linval Joseph with Cowboys
When the Dallas Cowboys face the Washington Commanders on Sunday, it could be the final time we see ECU alum Linval Joseph wearing the star. SI.com reports Joseph is one of seven players who likely won’t be back next season. The defensive lineman was signed with hopes...
ECU’s Winston Wright Jr. named to third All-America Team
By ECUPirates.com East Carolina kick returner Winston Wright Jr. has been tabbed a Second-Team All-American by Phil Steele Magazine according to an announcement by the publication. The Savannah, Ga., who became the 28th All-America selection in program history, is the...
Keaton Mitchell named Ravens’ Ed Block Courage Award winner
ECU alum Keaton Mitchell received special recognition on Friday. The Baltimore Ravens running back was named the team’s Ed Block Courage Award winner. The honor comes after he came back to the field after suffering a major knee injury last December and rehabbing all...
ESPN: ECU set to hire former UNC assistant as cornerbacks coach
ESPN is reporting on a new assistant football coach being added to head coach Blake Harrell’s staff. Pete Thamel posted on X on Friday that ECU “is expected to hire former UNC corners coach Jason Jones as the school's new cornerbacks coach.” Jones was at UNC for two...
Harold Varner III part of star-studded LIV Golf event coming to India
ECU alum and LIV Golf player Harold Varner III will be part of a star-studded lineup to play in the first International Series event in India. IndiaTribune.com reports the event will be held at the DLF Golf and Country Club in Gurugram, India, on Jan. 30-Feb. 2. It’s...
Jeff Hoffman seeking starting pitcher money to sign with team
ECU alum and free agent relief pitcher Jeff Hoffman is likely seeking a new place to play. Many believe Hoffman will not return to the Phillies, where he was a solid reliever and an All-Star selection in 2024. Now, it’s believed Hoffman wants a chance to be a starter...