A marquee opening night
The 2026 football season at East Carolina University begins with a high‑profile home opener against Appalachian State on September 12, kicking off at noon Eastern Time and airing live on ESPNU.
Television partners and broadcast windows
The American Conference has locked in television windows for six additional contests, assigning prime‑time slots across ESPN, ESPN+, CBSN and ABC to showcase the Pirates' slate.
Fans can look forward to matchups with Old Dominion, N.C. Central, UAB, Memphis, South Florida and Army, each slated for distinct kickoff times that will be fine‑tuned as broadcast agreements are finalized.
Season tickets for the six‑game home schedule go on sale this week, with prices starting at $75, offering a cost‑effective way to experience the action in person.
While the exact start times for many of these games remain pending, the university promises to reveal the full schedule once the final broadcast lineup is confirmed, ensuring that viewers receive the most up‑to‑date information.