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Articles by Losirene Lacanivalu
Athletics team clocks new personal bests, Beddoes claims bronze
Friday 1 December 2023 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Athletics, Pacific Games, Sports
Cook Islands Middle Distance champion Alex Beddoes has a new personal best and has set a new Cook Islands record of 3:56.88 in the 1500 metres event at the Pacific Games in Honiara, Solomon Islands.
Netballers seek fifth place finish after bowing out of Pacific Games medal race
Thursday 30 November 2023 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Netball, Pacific Games, Sports
Cook Islands netball team is out of contention for a medal at the Pacific Games after finishing third in their pool following losses to Tonga and Papua New Guinea in Honiara, Solomon Islands.
Livestock owners reminded to keep animals hydrated amidst dry spell
Thursday 30 November 2023 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Environment, Local, National
Livestock owners are being urged to take extra measures to keep their animals cool and hydrated as Rarotonga continues to grapple with dry weather conditions.
Ministry of Health clarifies screening procedures for returning athletes
Thursday 30 November 2023 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Health, National, Pacific Games, Sports
Team Cook Islands has expressed satisfaction with the overall health of their athletes, with only a few reported illnesses during their stay in Honiara, Solomon Islands.
Veteran shooter’s 50th cap marks a milestone for Cook Islands Netball
Wednesday 29 November 2023 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Netball, Sports
Despite facing formidable opponents, Netball Cook Islands, the defending Pacific Games gold medallists, have demonstrated resilience in their pool matches this week in Honiara, Solomon Islands.
Pacific Games Council ‘not intending’ to take action against Cook Islands football
Wednesday 29 November 2023 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Football, Pacific Games, Sports
The Pacific Games Council will not take any action against the Cook Islands Football Association for forfeiting its final matches at the Pacific Games in Honiara, Solomon Islands.
Team Cook Islands’ medal hopes dashed as top runner pulls out due to illness
Tuesday 28 November 2023 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Athletics, Pacific Games, Sports
Team Cook Islands’ chances of winning their first medals in athletics were dashed after the country’s top middle-distance runner pulled out of the 800-metre race due to illness on Sunday at the Pacific Games in Honiara, Solomon Islands. Losirene Lacanivalu reports from Honiara.
Men’s 7s aiming for redemption
Tuesday 28 November 2023 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Pacific Games, Rugby Union, Sports
The Cook Islands 7s rugby teams are determined to return to the next Pacific Games better prepared to make an impact.
Cook Islands football forfeits Pacific Games playoff matches
Monday 27 November 2023 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Football, Pacific Games, Sports
The Cook Islands football men’s and women’s football teams were asked by their governing body to forfeit their playoff matches at the Pacific Games without the knowledge of Team Cook Islands management.
Cook Islands claims silver in basketball
Saturday 25 November 2023 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Basketball, Pacific Games, Sports
Cook Islands women’s 5x5 basketball team settled for silver medal yesterday after going down to Tahiti 46-53 in the final at the Pacific Games in Honiara, Solomon Islands.
Aquatics dives into record books at Pacific Games
Saturday 25 November 2023 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Pacific Games, Sports, Swimming
The Cook Islands swim team’s journey at the 2023 Pacific Games in Honiara, Solomon Islands, has been nothing short of remarkable. The two swimmers and the management team will return home this week with seven medals and two games records, a testament to their hard work and determination.
Connolly turns focus to Olympics
Friday 24 November 2023 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Pacific Games, Sports, Swimming
Swimmer Lanihei Connolly has now set her sights on representing the Cook Islands at the next Olympic Games, reports Losirene Lacanivalu in Honiara, Solomon Islands.
Atiu rocket Roberts soars to Pacific Games record and another gold
Friday 24 November 2023 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Pacific Games, Sports, Swimming
Cook Islands golden swimmer Wesley Roberts has shattered the Pacific Games 100-metre freestyle record for men, which was set in 2015.
Cook Islands Rugby League Nines teams win medals at Pacific Games
Thursday 23 November 2023 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in League, Pacific Games, Sports
The Cook Islands rugby league 9s teams that were stranded in New Zealand and Fiji on their way to the Solomon Islands due to flight cancellations had their perseverance rewarded when they won medals at the Pacific Games, reports Losirene Lacanivalu in Honiara.
Connolly swims for first gold medal
Wednesday 22 November 2023 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Pacific Games, Sports, Swimming
Lanihei Connolly has clinched her first gold medal after swimming to the finish line leaving Fiji with silver and Papua New Guinea with bronze.
Netball Cook Islands focused, ready for Pac Games
Wednesday 22 November 2023 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Netball, Pacific Games, Sports
Netball Cook Islands are focused on overcoming any hurdles that may come their way as they turn their focus on the 2023 Pacific Games in Honiara, Solomon Islands.
Roberts grabs another medal, aims for more
Wednesday 22 November 2023 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Pacific Games, Sports, Swimming
Wesley Roberts, Cook Islands golden swimmer is not just celebrating the number of medals he won so far, but the fact that he will be graduating soon. Losirene Lacanivalu reports from the Pacific Games in Honiara.
Napa finishes fifth in Pacific Games debut
Tuesday 21 November 2023 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Other Sports, Pacific Games, Sports
Cook Islands weightlifter Tehei Napa finished in fifth place in the 55-kilogram division at the Pacific Games in Honiara, Solomon Islands.
Swimmer Roberts makes a splash with gold medal win
Tuesday 21 November 2023 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Pacific Games, Sports, Swimming
Team Cook Islands’ golden swimmer Wesley Roberts has once again made his mark, securing the country’s first gold medal at the 2023 Pacific Games in Honiara, Solomon Islands on Sunday night.
Team Cook Islands impresses at Pacific Games opening ceremony
Monday 20 November 2023 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Pacific Games, Sports
Team Cook Islands delivered a captivating performance at the official opening ceremony of the 2023 Pacific Games in Honiara, Solomon Islands, on Saturday night (Cook Islands time).
