Latest Slidescroller coverage mentioning East Carolina Pirates across Baseball, Football, Basketball.
The Volunteers will rely on sophomore left‑hander Evan Blanco to lead the charge in the first game of their regional tournament, with a potential rotation shift looming if they secure a win.
The Volunteers, ranked No. 25, will face the Pirates on May 29 at Boshamer Stadium. Coach Josh Elander praises Blanco's maturity, while Reese Chapman returns from injury.
The 2026 NCAA baseball tournament field is now set, and the Chapel Hill Regional promises a fierce battle among four historic programs. North Carolina enters as the fifth overall seed and will enjoy home‑field advantage while confronting a lineup that includes the Tennessee Volunteers, East Carolina Pirates and VCU Rams.
A preview of Vanderbilt Commodores' tight end depth chart as the team prepares for a pivotal 2026 campaign, highlighting new leaders and strategic shifts.
The Commodores are reshaping their tight end position after the loss of Eli Stowers, with emerging players stepping into expanded roles.
The East Carolina Pirates lost a close 4‑2 decision to UTSA, with key hits from Braden Burress and Grady Lenahan, and now await the winner of the Wichita State‑UAB game for their next tournament matchup.
The Memphis Tigers secured a 7‑3 victory over UAB, setting up a Friday clash with the No. 1 UTSA Roadrunners.
Six East Carolina Pirates were selected to the American Athletic Conference All-Conference teams, highlighting a season of dominant pitching, reliable relief work, offensive consistency and breakout performances by younger players.
A routine traffic stop on Interstate 95 led to the discovery of marijuana and THC vapes in the vehicle of Georgia defensive back Ja'Marley Riddle, who now faces felony drug possession charges alongside a misdemeanor speeding count.
Alabama will face East Carolina on September 5 at Bryant‑Denny Stadium, a game that tests the Crimson Tide's preparedness after last year's narrow escape and highlights the Pirates' recent resurgence under Coach Blake Harrell.
At just 16, Jaleek Parson is redefining the Rampants' offense, earning All‑State honors and a first Division I scholarship, while his family, coaches and community rally behind his quest for greatness.