Varsity hoops end season in first round of District play
The Manchester Varsity Dutchmen finished out their season in the first game of District play on Thursday night against Lenawee Christian. Despite starting the game strong, leading 8-4 behind “some of the best execution of the year,” according to coach Zach Neal, the Dutch soon found that Lenawee was “very skilled and could really shoot.” […]
Varsity Dutchmen look forward to District play this week
Manchester’s varsity basketball team finished out its regular season last week, playing three games against Conference rivals. Monday, the Dutch faced a 44-33 loss against Addison. “It was a game of missed opportunities,” said head coach Zach Neal. “We continued to get good looks at the basket but couldn’t convert; unfortunately that is how it […]
A week of lopsided scores for the Varsity Dutch
It was another tough week for the varsity Flying Dutchmen. Tuesday at Grass Lake, the Dutch faced the Warriors for what would be their closest game of the week, ending with a 53-31 loss. “We battled throughout the game and a Preston Mackenzie 3-pointer cut the game to 32-24 late in the third quarter,” said […]
Wrestling team helps the community
Led by Coach Steve Vlcek and staff, the Manchester High School Wrestling team participated in putting up a shelter tent at the Village Tap this weekend. Spring and summer outdoor activities will be easier to enjoy at “The Tap” with the added protection it provides. With the season starting late, this year’s wrestling team is […]
Girls Hockey ties Grand Rapids, defeats Pioneer JV, loses to Skyron
submitted by Washtenaw United Girls HS Ice Hockey The Washtenaw United Girls HS Ice Hockey team travelled to Grand Rapids last Sunday for a rematch against the Grand Rapids Griffins 19U team. It was a sunny day for travel, but the team struggled for several periods trying to ensure a happy drive home. Grand Rapids […]
Disappointing week for varsity basketball
It was a tough week for the Dutch varsity hoops team, losing three games in a row, but their indomitable team spirit will see them through to season’s end and coach Zach Neal had some encouraging words for his players. “We played a close game on Monday with East Jackson that was back-and-forth all game,” […]
Washtenaw United takes on Grand Rapids Griffins U19, Pioneer HS JV, & Pioneer Varsity
submitted by Washtenaw United Girls HS Ice Hockey The Washtenaw United Girls HS ice hockey team hosted the Grand Rapids Griffins 19U team Saturday, 2/27/21 at the Ann Arbor Ice Cube. Washtenaw set the tone of the game early with a goal by Linzy Costella (Manchester, ‘21) unassisted at 12:38 of the first period. A […]
Varsity basketball chalks up two wins this week
It was a very busy week for the varsity Dutchmen, playing three games while being short-handed due to injuries. Tuesday, the Dutch headed to state-ranked #2 Hanover Horton, and lost to the Comets by a 75-27 score. However, said coach Zach Neal, “It was great learning experience for us as they play the brand of […]
Washtenaw United beats Ann Arbor Pioneer, then Grosse Pointe North in overtime victory
by Sue McDowell, submitted by Washtenaw United Girls HS Ice Hockey Washtenaw United Girls HS Ice Hockey team continued their winning streak Saturday afternoon by beating cross-town rivals, Ann Arbor Pioneer, 3-1 at the Ann Arbor Ice Cube. “Ann Arbor Pioneer’s team is well regarded and this win required a lot of hard work,” said […]
Varsity and JV basketball teams both improve in second week
Despite a back-and-forth game throughout, the Manchester Flying Dutchmen ended up on the wrong side of the win/loss column again this past Thursday against the Grass Lake Warriors. The final score was 47-37. “We battled very hard and I’m very proud of that,” said head coach Zach Neal. “Our improvement over week one was obvious, […]
