The Rob Donnenwirth era for East Carolina University's soccer team has officially come to an end.
After 19 seasons as head coach for the Pirates’ soccer team, Donnenwirth has stepped down from his position which will officially go into effect Dec. 31, according to ECU Athletics Director Jeff Compher.
"I would like to thank everyone at ECU for giving me the opportunity to coach this team for the last 19 years,” Donnenwirth said. "Being part of Pirate Nation and the Greenville community is something my family and I will always cherish. What makes ECU and Greenville special are the people and the pride they have being a Pirate.