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John Dupke steps down as New Philadelphia softball coach after five seasons

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 9, 2026, 5:31 PM

Last updated Jun 9, 2026

John Dupke steps down as New Philadelphia softball coach after five seasons
Summary

John Dupke is resigning as the softball head coach at New Philadelphia after five seasons. His decision is influenced by a desire to prioritize family time, as he acknowledged the sacrifices made by his wife and son during his coaching tenure. Dupke led the Quakers to 85 wins, including a 20-5 record and a championship in 2022. He was recognized as the East Central Ohio League Coach of the Year and the East District Coach of the Year that same year. In recent seasons, his teams posted records of 18-8, 14-11, 20-8, and 13-15, with accolades including OCC Coach of the Year in 2023.

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  • •Dupke coached the Quakers for five seasons, achieving 85 wins.
  • •He won the Ohio Valley Athletic Conference championship in 2022.
  • •Dupke was named Coach of the Year multiple times during his tenure.
  • •His resignation is to focus more on family commitments.
  • •New Philadelphia will need to find a replacement ahead of the next season.
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  • 5:31 PMYahoo Sports — New Philadelphia softball coach John Dupke steps down after five seasons
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After five seasons and 85 wins, the Quakers' head coach John Dupke is stepping away to prioritize time with family.

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