Schulte is back on the move — this time, to Paris!
by Marsha Chartrand Thirty-five years ago, Paul Schulte was in a serious car accident that left him paralyzed. It could have been devastating for him, but as his mother-in-law, Bonnie Greenwald, says, “There’s not a victim bone in his body.” He learned about wheelchair basketball, and that was all it took. As soon as he […]
Pistol Prodigies wrap up a fantastic 10th season!
submitted by Lisa and Scott Poet, Pistol Prodigies Youth Pistol and Rifle Team The Pistol Prodigies Youth Pistol and Rifle Team recently wrapped up their 10th season. Are you interested in joining the team or learning more about it? We have a few open spots for new athletes. Please join us at the Manchester Community […]
MHS Track and Field Program holds track camp for kids
submitted by Michael Coltre, Manchester Flying Dutchmen Track and Field program coach Manchester High School Track and Field Program held a track camp last month. It was a 3-day camp that introduced kids to the sport. Events covered included pole vault, long jump, high jump, hurdles, relays, disc, shot put, sprints, and mid-distance. After a […]
Somerville competes in Girls’ All-Star Soccer tournament
submitted by Scott Somerville Meghan (MJ) Somerville represented Manchester High School Girls’ Varsity Soccer in the second annual MIHSSCA Girls’ All-Star Soccer tournament on July 20, 2024. Organized by the Michigan High School Soccer Coaches Association (MIHSSCA) and played in East Lansing, the tournament consisted of four teams representing various regions from across the state […]
Still time to join Manchester High School Equestrian Team
submitted by Lydia Coval, coach, Manchester High School Equestrian Team The Manchester High School Equestrian Team is gearing up for their season to begin. The district meets are held at Lenawee County Fairgrounds on August 25, September 8, and September 15. If any high school student is interested in joining, there is still time! Please […]
Pistol Prodigies compete at Michigan SASP State Match
submitted by Scott and Lisa Poet The Pistol Prodigies competed at the 2024 Michigan SASP State Match June 22 and 23 at the St. Joseph County Conservation and Sportsman Club in Sturgis, Mich. The match hosted 356 entries, representing 12 teams from five states. Michigan teams included Michigan State University Shooting Sports Club, NSCC United […]
Track team ends season on a high note! Selby and D3 State Finals recap and awards.
submitted by Coach Michael Coltre, Manchester Flying Dutchmen Track and Field program coach Tuesday, May 28, on an evening that started out rainy and a bit chilly, the Dutch traveled to the prestigious Selby Classic at Jackson High School. This is a great opportunity to run against the bigger schools in the area and we […]
Manchester Women’s Soccer begins state playoff run
article and photos by Scott Somerville The Manchester Girls’ Varsity Soccer Team began their state playoff run this past week with district 58 playoff matches against Lenawee Christian School and Clinton High School. As the district host, the Lady Dutch played both matches in Manchester providing the team with the all-important home field advantage as […]
Dutch Finish Strong in Conference Championship Meet and Send 3 Events to D3 State Meet
submitted by Coach Michael Coltre, Manchester Flying Dutchmen Track and Field program coach On a hot and sunny day in Adrian, perfect for Track and Field, the Flying Dutchmen were posting personal best times in all areas at their D3 Regional at Madison on Saturday, May 18th! Sophomores Grant Johnson and Siera Jedele highlighted the day with their […]
Manchester Girls Varsity Soccer team ranked #5 in the state!
by Scott Somerville The Manchester Girls Varsity Soccer team completed their seventh week of competition with wins against Columbia-Central, Jonesville, and Hanover-Horton. On Monday, May 13, the visiting Eagles of Columbia-Central played a close and defensive match that was stalemated at 0–0 going into halftime. At the 61-minute mark, Lady Dutch sophomore winger Madelynn Bennett […]
