Calling all high school football fans! This episode dives deep into the gridiron with head coaches from four powerhouse teams: The Battling Bishops, Iron Horses, Wando Warriors, and the Beckham Bengals!

Introducing the coaches: Coach Logan Hall of the Battling Bishops (Bishop England High School), Coach Isaiah Perrin of the Wando Warriors (Wando High School), Coach Jamel Smith of the Beckham Bengals (Lucy Beckham High School), and Coach Eric Bendig of Iron Horses (Philip Simmons High School).

Host Brian Cleary sits down with each coach for a no-holds-barred discussion:

• Fresh Starts & Surprises: Hear from Coach Logan Hall (BEHS) and Coach Isaiah Perrin (Wando) about their first seasons at the helm. You won't believe what surprised them most about the transition!
• Building Champions: Discover Coach Eric Bendig's (Iron Horses) secret to bouncing back from losses and Coach Jamel Smith's (Beckham) unique perspective as the school's first ever football coach.
• Then vs. Now: Take a trip down memory lane with these coaches as they compare the game they played to the one their players experience.
• Social Media's Impact: Is it a game changer or a distraction? The coaches weigh in on the impact of social media on their teams and players.
• Rivalry Time: Who are they rooting for in the Carolina-Clemson showdown? You might be surprised!
• Defining Success: Every coach sets their sights on winning, but what are the other benchmarks for a stellar season?

Get the inside scoop on your favorite local teams and the amazing leaders shaping the next generation of football stars!

Bonus: Check out each team's website for more info:

• Battling Bishops: https://www.BEHS.com/Football-Varsity
• Beckham Bengals: https://sites.google.com/Charleston.k12.sc.us/LucyBeckhamAthletics
• Iron Horses: IronHorseAthletics.net
• Wando Warriors: https://WandoAthletics.com/

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Coming Thursday, September 19, 2024 from 6 pm until 10 pm, Mount Pleasant Magazine the Best of Mount Pleasant Party will give residents the opportunity to see and celebrate Mount Pleasant's Best.

Mount Pleasant Magazine's Zach Giroux, Editor, and Bill Macchio, Publisher chat with host Brian Cleary about this year's party on the USS Yorktown. The $45 ticket covers all of the activities including an Electronic Violinist with Live DJ, breathtaking views of the Charleston harbor, Corn Hole, axe throwing, and food and drinks. This year's food & drink includes Rappahannock Oysters, Lowcountry Boil and your favorite mixed drinks by Carolina Cocktails.

Get tickets at www.BestOfMPParty.com.

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