Peter Slater Waitrose Branch Manager
behind the scenes Games Makers help Jersey prove it’s a sporting Island.
The NatWest Island Games is a huge event for Jersey this year. Having begun in 1985, the Games now sees a total 24 islands from all over the world taking part in a week of competition and engagement with other cultures, providing an opportunity for smaller communities to showcase their sporting talent.
This is why it was a natural fit for Waitrose to support the NatWest Island Games, more specifically the Games Makers. Many attributed the success of the 2012 Olympics to the 70,000 Games Makers, whose support was vital to the sense of triumph felt throughout London, it was clear that the importance of this was established for similar future sporting events.
With their bright uniforms, the Games Makers became the principal ambassadors of London 2012. It was not just about sporting talent; it showcased how volunteers, who had given up so much of their time, were at the heart of what made the Games a great success.
Mirroring this, the Waitrose Games Makers will be on hand to ensure the 2015 Natwest Island Games will run as smoothly and efficiently as possible.
The Island Games has 24 competing islands with around 3,000 athletes travelling to Jersey for the event which is from 27 June to 3 July 2015.
Participating as a Waitrose Games Maker is a great way for islanders to get involved in what looks set to be an
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unforgettable week of competition, engagement and participation.
At the heart of Waitrose is its community spirit. Support is more than just about handing over a cheque; it’s about a visible contribution using the time and skills that we can offer which is at the heart of every Waitrose Games Maker.
As Waitrose is part of the John Lewis Partnership model, giving all our partners a vested interest in the growth of the company, this approach seems to be shared by the Waitrose Games Makers. We were overwhelmed by the response and had to close the registration early for applications which is testament to how passionate people are to help and represent Jersey.
The Waitrose Games Makers will be the front line and the face of the 2015 Island Games and we are proud to help make this event happen.
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