Game Three: Appalachian State (1-1) vs. East Carolina (2-0)
Date: Saturday, September 14th
Time: 4:00 p.m. (EDT)
Location: Dowdy-Ficklen Stadium (Capacity: 50,000) | Greenville, N.C.
Live Coverage:
- Radio: WNCT 107.9 FM
- Streaming: ESPNU
Internet Options: Live Stats
Official Websites:
- East Carolina
- Appalachian State
- The American
Game Notes:
- East Carolina
- Appalachian State
- The American Weekly Release
2024 Statistics:
- East Carolina
- Appalachian State
- The American
ECU Football Central:
- East Carolina Media Hub
- Roster
- NCAA Football
- College Scoreboard
Official Social Media:
- Facebook: East Carolina, The American
- Twitter: East Carolina, ECU Football (for in-game updates), The American
- Twitter Hashtags: #PirateNation, #AmericanFB
- Instagram: East Carolina, The American
GREENVILLE, N.C. – East Carolina is aiming for its first 3-0 start since 2008 as it hosts Appalachian State in a nearly sold-out Dowdy-Ficklen Stadium this Saturday afternoon. Kickoff is set for 4 p.m., and the game will be broadcast live on ESPNU with Mike Corey and Rene Ingoglia calling the action.
Under the leadership of sixth-year head coach Mike Houston, the Pirates come in after a challenging but rewarding 20-14 victory at Old Dominion last Saturday. Despite numerous mistakes—including four interceptions and ten penalties—ECU managed to improve to 2-0, matching last year’s total wins already. Running back Rahjai Harris was instrumental, posting a career-high 26 carries for 131 yards and scoring two impressive touchdowns.
The contest against Old Dominion featured a total of 164 plays on a blustery evening, with ECU executing 89 plays for 466 total yards. Quarterback Mason Garcia, making his third start, completed 25 of 38 passes for 283 yards, connecting with nine different receivers.
On the other side, Appalachian State (1-1) faced No. 22 Clemson last week, suffering a 66-20 defeat. Anderson Castle led the Mountaineers with seven carries for 80 yards and a touchdown, while Joey Aguilar threw for 213 yards and one touchdown without any interceptions. Clemson dominated the game, outgaining App State 712-363.
East Carolina Records and Trends
- The Pirates are 2-0 for the first time since 2016.
- They rank 12th nationally in total defense, allowing just 200.5 yards per game, and 30th in total offense with an average of 486 yards.
- ECU’s defense has recorded a total of 26 tackles for loss, ranking second nationally.
The Series
Appalachian State holds the historical edge over East Carolina with a 21-12 record. The rivalry has seen the Mountaineers win 21 of the 33 matchups since their first meeting in 1932, with ECU winning nine of the last 13 encounters. The last time App State visited Greenville was in 2012 when the Pirates emerged victorious 35-13.
Last Encounter
In the last meeting on September 16, 2023, Appalachian State defeated East Carolina 43-28 in Boone. Despite a promising start, featuring an effective performance from quarterback Alex Flinn, the Pirates fell victim to three interceptions and a strong second-half showing by the Mountaineers.
Coaching Matchup
This Saturday marks the third time Mike Houston has faced Appalachian State; he has lost the previous two encounters.同样地，Mountaineers的主教练Shawn Clark在与East Carolina的对决中保持着不败纪录。
Upcoming Challenges
Following this game, East Carolina will face another tough opponent in Liberty on September 21. The Flames, who went undefeated in regular-season play last year, are currently 2-0.
Notable Player Information
Several players, including OL Hampton Ergle and RB Rahjai Harris, have graduated ahead of the 2024 season.
With a strong home crowd expected, ECU looks to make a statement this weekend against the Mountaineers!
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