Analysis of information sources in references of the Wikipedia article "East Carolina–Marshall football rivalry" in English language version.
An even more fitting tribute is planned for this fall, when the Pirates and Thundering Herd renew their football rivalry during the 50th anniversary season of American's worst sports disaster.
One of Marshall's most historic football rivalries has a new home-and-home series in place.
Both teams also share a competitive rivalry on the playing field, including an overtime win by the Herd in the 2001 GMAC Bowl. This year's contest represents the first of four meetings for the teams thanks to their latest scheduling agreement.
