EscapetheRock.im, which is part of Richmond Travel, has joined the sporting ranks as Team Champion supporting the Isle of Man Commonwealth Games’ team for the 2018 tournament.

Through the partnership, the travel company, which launched last year, is providing vital funds to enable Manx athletes to attend the Games in Gold Coast, Australia.

Brian Kelly, Chairman of Escapetherock.im, said: ‘The team at Richmond Travel and EscapetheRock.im want to give our athletes the best chance to excel in their field during the 2018 Gold Coast Commonwealth Games. Our contribution will help towards the costs of coaching, equipment, travel, support and treatment. We know how hard the Isle of Man Commonwealth Games Association work to raise funds to support Manx athletes so they can thrive and do us proud.’

The partnership was confirmed when Brian Kelly met with Commonwealth Games’ Vice President, Basil Bielich and cyclist Leon Mazzone who is hoping to qualify for the 2018 Games.

Basil added: ‘We are so grateful to all our Team Champions, without the support of these generous local companies we wouldn’t be able to represent the Island as this international occasion. Not only does it put the Isle of Man on the world stage but also gives local athletes an important experience which will help their sporting careers in the future.’

EscapetheRock.im joins Auxesia, SMP Partners and Skanco as Team Champions.

For more information about becoming a Team Champion, contact Juliet Holt: juliet.cgaiom@gmail.com

Photo - (left to right) Basil Bielich from Isle of Man Commonwealth Games Association, Cyclist Leon Mazzone, and Brian Kelly and Jordan Kelly from Richmond Travel and Escape the Rock.