The Holton Ahlers Show: Why it was wrong for Katin Houser to leave before bowl game
The latest edition of "The Holton Ahlers Show" is the last of 2025 and previews ECU football. Holton and Caiden will discuss the Military Bowl against Pitt, slated for Dec. 27. They'll also talk about the state of the team with the offensive and defensive coordinator...
PRL Tuesday: ECU football prep continues with Mike Mullis, Brian Bailey, Bryce Williams
Tuesday's edition of "PRL" continues the discussion over ECU football and all the changes coming ahead of the Military Bowl. The Pirates are without quarterback Katin Houser, receiver Yannick Smith and tight end Jay'vontay Conner, in addition to losing offensive...
Report: ECU looking at North Texas OC to fill position
ESPN's Pete Thamel has the latest on ECU’s search for a new offensive coordinator. He reports the Pirates are targeting North Texas offensive coordinator Jordan Davis as the school’s next offensive coordinator, and a deal is expected to come together soon. North Texas...
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ECU’s first opponent has ‘very good chance they fall off a cliff’
Former ESPN “College Gameday” host David Pollack didn’t have the best things to say about East Carolina’s first opponent for the 2025 football season. ECU football season opener at NCSU now a sellout In his “See Ball Get Ball with David Pollack” podcast, he breaks...
Harold Varner III tied for 25th after second round in Spain
Valderrama is proving to be a tough golf course again, at least for most of the competitors. ECU golf alum Harold Varner III is seven golfers tied at +3 after the second round of the LIV Golf Andalucia in San Roque, Spain. The first and second rounds were completed on...
Pirates in baseball: Alec Burleson has big night in loss to Braves
While the St. Louis Cardinals came away with a loss on Friday, right fielder Alec Burleson came away with a win of sorts. #Braves 3 @ #Cardinals 1 [B1–1o]: Alec Burleson doubles: ground ball to RF Hit: 🔥111.1mph, 159ft, 8°, 💥.710xBA Pitch: 92.1mph Cutter (RHP...
Jaylen Johnson looking to stand out among crowd of Chargers’ WRs
Here’s a name we haven’t heard much about lately: former East Carolina wide receiver Jaylen Johnson. He’s with the San Diego Chargers and is hoping to make the squad again this season. He was a rookie last season and didn’t get any catches. The 6-foot-2, 194-pound...
ECU football season opener at NCSU now a sellout
The season-opening football game between NC State and East Carolina is now a sellout. Opening night energy is gonna be electric ⚡️ Get your tickets to watch the Pack take on the Pirates through @seatgeek, the Official Fan-to-Fan Ticket Marketplace of NC State...
Five tied for lead at LIV Golf Andalucia, Harold Varner III at +3
Windy conditions cut short the first round of the LIV Golf Andalucia, which was being played at famed Valderrama in Spain. Conditions were deemed unplayable just after 5 p.m. local time with winds up to 33 mph. The first round will be completed Saturday, starting at 8...
PRL Friday: Talking USF football, Greenville 13U all-stars and more
We continue our look at ECU football opponents on Friday's "Pirate Radio Live." Clip and the crew will welcome Jim Louk, the South Florida play-by-play voice to discuss the Bulls ahead of the college football opener. We'll continue the conversation with: Members of...
ECU’s Michael Schwartz announces hire, staff updates
Below are more details from ECU Sports Information on East Carolina's basketball team announcing the hire of an assistant coach and updates to its current staff. Check out Pirate Radio Website | Facebook | X (formerly Twitter) | Instagram | YouTube | Apple Podcasts |...
Pirates in baseball: Alec Burleson gets things started in Cardinals’ win
Alec Burleson was 1-for-4 at the plate with two RBI in the St. Louis Cardinals’ 8-1 win over the Washington Nationals on Thursday. He produced the Cardinals’ first two runs, grounding out in the first inning to push a run across and singling and driving in a run in...
ECU Board of Trustees elects officers, welcomes new members
Below is a press release from ECU News Services to announce that the school's board of trustees has elected officers and new members. Check out Pirate Radio Website | Facebook | X (formerly Twitter) | Instagram | YouTube | Apple Podcasts | Spotify ===== Photo credit:...