Portland freshman Abby Milliken puts on her catcher's gear Tuesday during softball practice on Tuesday. Portland has joined Deering as a co-op team this season that will be known as the Phoenix.
Deering High junior Elizabeth Samuel reaches to make a catch during practice on Tuesday. Deering and Portland have combined for a co-ed softball team and will be named the Phoenix.
Portland High seniors Hadleigh McPartlan, left, Leanne French, center, and Ruby Chase try on their new Deering/Portland softball team sweatshirts.
Sweatshirts with the new Deering/Portland logo were handed out during Tuesday's softball practice at Deering High School in Portland.
Portland freshman Katyana Giovannini takes part in practice on Tuesday.
Deering/Portland softball coach Anais Aguirre, right, talks with Deering senior Asiya Mahamed. This is Mahamed's first year playing softball.
The Deering/Portland co-op softball team poses for a team photo on Tuesday. The team is coached by Anais Aguirre, far left.
Deering High sophomore Livia Ingrisano participates in practice Tuesday. Practices for pitchers and catchers started on Monday.
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