The Imperium Jersey team took teamwork to its limit earlier this month to compete in the Jersey Rowathon in aid of Macmillan Cancer Support.

The Imperium Jersey team, in a remarkable display of endurance, rowed a staggering 30,000 metres. To put this into perspective, it’s the equivalent of rowing from Sark to Jersey, one of the longest established annual rowing races and a distance that is not to be underestimated.

The annual event saw teams continually row for 2 hours. The Imperium team of Simon Young, Chris Ash, Fin Lowes, Michael Whitehead, Luke Cassin and William Young took turns rowing 1km at a time before changing over, staying together, and encouraging each other.

Imperium’s efforts were not in vain, as they managed to raise over £1,000 for Macmillan Cancer Support. These funds will go towards providing crucial emotional, practical, and well-being support to those affected by cancer in Jersey.

Simon Young, Managing Director Imperium Jersey, said: It is no secret I am a big rowing fan. However, my preference is usually on water! Taking part in the Rowathon was a natural decision; it combined rowing with raising money for charity and working as a team to push us to achieve our distance.”

“I’m proud of our team’s contribution, and I know Macmillan appreciates the funds that make such a difference for those with cancer and their families. I look forward to improving our time next year.”