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From the sidelines: Deaton says her decision was not easy

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Having played the sport at all levels through college and then experiencing the other side as a head coach on the club and high school levels, it’s safe to say softball has been a big part of Davee Deaton’s life for decades.

So when she announced last week she was stepping down as El Reno High School’s head coach, it was a decision not made lightly.

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Taking the high road

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While hanging a district championship banner in the locker room is off the table, El Reno High School’s football team has plenty of things to play for in Thursday’s regular-season finale.

The Indians are 8-1 on the season and head to Lawton to take on MacArthur in a game which will close out the fourth and final playoff spot from District 5A-1.