2008 Woodie Awards
A week off couldn't have come at a better time for the Pirates. After winning the first three games of the season for the first time since 1999, ECU [3-2,1-1] has gone from on top of the world to nonexistent after critical losses to N.C. State and Houston.
1. North Carolina Record: 3-1 Last week: Won at Miami, 28-24 The Heels take the top spot in the Carolinas after their triumphant win at Miami last Saturday. According to the Associated Press, Miami was 225-13 since 1985 when leading at any point after the third quarter, but UNC has now made that number 225-14.
National League Milwaukee Brewers vs. Philadelphia Phillies The Phillies come in benefiting from another choke job by the Mets, but they certainly have the experience edge over the Brewers, who are in the playoffs for the first time since 1982. The Phillies made the playoffs last year, but were swept by the Rockies in the first round.
The ECU swim team is preparing for another outstanding season this year with the purple/gold inter-squad meet on Friday. The event has been an annual tradition since 1953, and will serve as a preview for coaches and fans alike, as to what will come this season.