One of Yellowjackets‘ most enduring mysteries revolves around the identity of “Pit Girl,” the dark-haired individual who falls into a pit while wearing Jackie’s necklace. While the first two episodes of season three don’t reveal her identity, they do introduce the infamous pit itself, providing a crucial origin story for this significant location. We still don’t know the full story behind the pit’s creation, but we now understand how the Yellowjackets discover it.
Coach Ben, having survived the harsh winter, sets traps and actively avoids the girls, fearing their potential reaction. He stumbles upon hidden planks in the ground, revealing a pit containing emergency kits filled with vital supplies. Devising a method to retrieve the containers, he covers the pit, intending to use it as a deer trap. Unknowingly, Coach Ben has discovered the very pit that will play a central role in the unfolding drama.
Yellowjackets season 3: Coach Ben discovers the pit
Meanwhile, escalating tensions between Shauna and Mari lead to a confrontation. Natalie intervenes, confining both to their tents. Feeling unjustly punished, Mari storms into the woods where she falls into the uncovered pit. While some speculate Mari is Pit Girl, this early incident seems more like foreshadowing than a definitive answer. The show is likely too clever to reveal such a crucial detail so early.
Several other brunette characters, such as Gen, could potentially be Pit Girl. Mari’s near-miss in these initial episodes makes her identity as Pit Girl less likely. Perhaps the season will finally reveal Pit Girl’s identity or perhaps we’ll encounter more misdirection. Regardless, the pit’s early introduction emphasizes its importance in the upcoming storyline.
The next morning, Coach Ben discovers Mari and helps her relocate her dislocated knee before rescuing her from the pit. He then takes her hostage, a seemingly rational decision given the girls’ paranoia and their belief in his culpability for the burned cabin. Coach Ben’s plans for Mari remain unclear, but he’s determined to keep his location secret. Ultimately, the Yellowjackets will find the pit, adding deadly spikes for trapping prey and, tragically, each other.
