51 www.ReadMPM.com | www.MountPleasantMagazine.com | www.MountPleasantPodcast.com program that is used to winning and I have some big shoes to fill,” said Bitter, who BE hired in June. “But it’s a challenge we can overcome if we put in the work.” One advantage is that Bitter doesn’t have to start from scratch. The latest BE girls team lost 12-8 in the Region 6 AAAA 2025 state final to neighboring Oceanside Collegiate Academy, the first time OCA had ever beaten the Lady Bishops. Despite the rare defeat, Bitter sees it as an extra motivator toward eventually winning title number eight. “We need to put in a lot of effort to get back to state level, and I’m going to schedule a lot of teams out of state,” he said. “Getting the draw is one area we have to improve, and we have a new starting goalie who I think will be a great addition.” Their biggest competition for next season will be Providence Day out of Charlotte, North Carolina; Lambert out of Suwanee, Georgia; defending state 5A champion and neighbor Lucy Beckham; and of course, defending 3A champ OCA. “What I preach a lot of is ‘one cradle and move the ball,’ with everybody moving, until you score,” said Bitter, who also runs a summer lacrosse camp through the Charleston recreation league for future hopefuls. “And that’s going to take a high level of stick skills and fundamentals. You have to work harder without the ball than with it, but I believe this team can be tremendous and I’m going to make sure they believe in it and themselves as well.” So how long does Bitter think it will take for the Lady Bishops to return to the pinnacle of high school lacrosse? “I have six nieces and three daughters, and all will be coming through the program. And by the time they get here, I’m hoping to have BE girls back to where it was under coach Reiner,” Bitter said. “I’m excited to take over a storied program at this school, where faith is a huge priority, and help these girls on their journey, and continue that same path of winning and developing players.” our sports New Bishop England girls lacrosse coach Billy Bitter leads a summer lacrosse camp. IT’S THAT TIME OF THE YEAR AGAIN… Make sure your HVAC System performs efficiently all year long with our professional HVAC Tune-Up. Contact Us, Today! Our experienced team can help. austinairsc.com | 843-813-5035 2025 ®
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