It was left to Douglas to keep the Manx end up in the opening game of the season and they did in style, winning 24-0 away at Ellesmere Port, picking up a winning bonus point in the process.
Will Latta was the star of the show for Douglas picking up a hat-trick of tries, two in the first half and one in the second.
Tom Quayle also crossed for Douglas to secure the bonus point and Snellgrove added a second conversion to round off an impressive opening day performance.
Football: Double victory for IoM men in tri-tournament
Manx side hosts Ynys Mon and AFC Blackpool at The Bowl
2027 Pre-TT Classic and Southern 100 dates confirmed
Billown meetings planned once more for late May and early July
Jamie Cringle back on Island to continue recovery
Manx rider says it's a 'long road' ahead but thankful for support
ARA double-header at Jurby this weekend
Rounds five and six of ARA Championship to take place