Good morning! Well, it’s not how we usually start our workweek, but when there’s a brand new ECU-themed beverage on tap… why not? Today, we’re proud to introduce the cool, refreshing Pirates Brew!

Scroll on down for more sights and sounds from their launch party. Our only question now is… do they ship nationwide?

What are we serving up in today's Brew?

🍺 Something big is brewing
🏈 Talkin’ about No. 2
​🏴‍☠️ And much, much more!

📈 STOCK UP

🔼 Something Big Is Brewing. Awesome news on tap! R&D Brewing, an award-winning brewery based in Raleigh, North Carolina, is proud to announce the launch of Pirates Brew—the official craft beer of East Carolina Athletics. This exciting collaboration brings together the rich brewing expertise of R&D Brewing with the vibrant spirit and proud legacy of ECU Athletics, creating a unique craft beer experience that will captivate both beer enthusiasts and Pirate fans alike.

Pirates Brew pays homage to the university's storied history, its passionate community, and the indomitable Pirate spirit of ECU alumni and supporters. Crafted with meticulous care and attention to detail, Pirate Brew represents the perfect fusion of flavor and tradition, embodying the essence of East Carolina University.

Starting in late August, Pirates Brew will be available for purchase at local retailers, as well as at ECU athletic events. Pirate fans and craft beer enthusiasts will have the opportunity to experience his unique collaboration and join in the celebration of East Carolina University's legacy. Pirates Brew and the R&D portfolio are distributed through Carolina Eagle Distributing with locations in Greenville and Rocky Mount.

🍺 Read more about the Pirates Brew and stay thirsty, my friends.

🔼 New Additions. What offseason? Mark Adams is joining the coaching staff at East Carolina University as an assistant coach under head coach Michael Schwartz. He most recently served as the head coach at Texas Tech for two seasons where he led the Red Raiders to the NCAA Tournament Sweet 16 and a 27-10 record in his first season, earning 2022 Associated Press Big 12 Coach of the Year and the Jim Phelan National Coach of the Year honors. In 25 seasons as a head coach, he boasts a career head coaching record of 597-269.

🤔 PIRATES TRIVIA

Who’s that Pirate? This former East Carolina quarterback finished his career with 47 total touchdowns in four seasons under center from 1986-1989—good for eighth-most in program history.

And he did it all while wearing the No. 2 on his chest.

Do you know who it is?

Think you got it? Scroll on down to the bottom of this email for the answer!

⏪ ICYMI

We like our Brew hot n’ fresh. But we’re not opposed to you reheating your cup. Here’s some news you may have missed recently…

🏴‍☠️ Lacrosse Earns IWLCA Community Awareness Team Award: The East Carolina lacrosse team has been recognized as the 2023 IWLCA Community Awareness Award team winner for Division I. The purpose of the Team Community Awareness Award is to recognize one team in each Division that has contributed significantly to their community during the previous academic year. Academics are not part of the award, and at least 50% of the team's roster must have participated in community service activities to be eligible for the award.

🏴‍☠️ Volleyball Wins USMC/AVCA Team Academic Award: East Carolina has earned the United States Marine Corps/American Volleyball Coaches Association Team Academic Award for a program record third-straight season. ECU is one of a single-year record 1,332 collegiate and high school women's volleyball teams to receive the accolade for the 2022-23 campaign.

📬 STICK WITH US

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📅 COMING SOON

Saturday 9/2

🏈 Football at Michigan @ 12:00pm ET (Season Opener)

Saturday 9/9

🏈 Football vs Marshall @ 4:00pm ET (Home Opener)

Tickets Available

🎟️ Grab your home and away football tickets today

🎉 TRIVIA ANSWER

Answer: Travis Hunter!

🏴‍☠️ Have a great Monday, y’all.