HARTFORD CITY – The Manchester girls soccer team fell 2-1 in overtime Tuesday at the Blackford Sectional. Facing Peru, Manchester’s Claire McLaughlin scored in the first 15 minutes, but the Lady Squires failed to hold the lead, despite outshooting the Lady Tigers 30-6. The loss ends Manchester’s season at 5-7-4. “We significantly outshot them and both teams managed for score the same number of goals,” Manchester coach Jacqui Erny said. “We played very well and did everything we could to win. All in all, it was a great year and we will continue to improve.” PERU 2, MANCHESTER 1 (OT) (Blackford Sectional, 1st Rd) Manchester Stats: Goal – Claire McLaughlin; Saves – Kiersten Staley 4 Manchester Record: 5-7-4
