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Articles by Solomone Taukei
Cook Islands Business House Touch Competition heats up
Thursday 30 May 2024 | Written by Solomone Taukei | Published in Sports, Touch Rugby
The Business House Touch competition continued with its round robin game three on Monday, with intense action from between Fiber Optics and ICI (Infrastructure Cook Islands) Crew and Bank Cook Islands (BCI) and Rock College at the National Stadium.
Electrifying netball semi-finals set stage for showdown
Wednesday 29 May 2024 | Written by Solomone Taukei | Published in Netball, Sports
The past week witnessed a series of electrifying netball semi-finals that set the stage for what promises to be an unforgettable showdown in both the Open 1 and Open 2 grades this afternoon at Arorangi courts.
‘It takes a village’: Rotumans in Rarotonga unite to keep culture alive
Saturday 25 May 2024 | Written by Solomone Taukei | Published in Features, Fiji, Go Local, Regional, Weekend
The Rotuman community in Rarotonga recently celebrated Rotuma Day, marking the anniversary of the island’s cession to Great Britain on May 13, 1881.
Aquatics Cook Islands makes a splash at annual Sports Awards
Tuesday 21 May 2024 | Written by Solomone Taukei | Published in Other Sports, Sports, Swimming
Aquatics Cook Islands won the major awards at the annual Cook Islands Sports Awards on Sunday night.
From setbacks to glory: Eels coach Nicholas shares story of resilience
Saturday 18 May 2024 | Written by Solomone Taukei | Published in Features, National, Rugby league, Sports, Weekend
In the world of sports, overcoming adversity is often the key to triumph. The victorious Avatiu Nikao Eels coach Clive Nicholas embodies this principle, sharing his story of how they navigated the challenging yet rewarding 2024 Cook Islands Rugby League season. Solomone Taukei reports.
Building on successful partnership
Friday 17 May 2024 | Written by Solomone Taukei | Published in Rugby Union, Sports
Cook Islands Rugby Union (CIRU) kicks off another season of rugby development for children and youth, with their Rugby Development Officers (RDOs) sporting new uniforms sponsored by the Cook Islands Building Supplies (CIBS).
Cook Islands Touch Business House Competition off to a thrilling start
Thursday 16 May 2024 | Written by Solomone Taukei | Published in Sports, Touch Rugby
The Cook Islands Touch Association (CITA) kicked off the 2024 Business House Touch Competition on Monday this week, an event brimming with excitement, companionship, and the spirit of friendly competition.
Nail-biting netball knockouts
Wednesday 15 May 2024 | Written by Solomone Taukei | Published in Netball, Sports
The Netball Cook Islands’ Rarotonga club competition has reached a fever pitch as the knockout rounds culminate in a spectacular showdown.
Eels, Lady Panthers crowned Rarotonga 13s champions
Monday 13 May 2024 | Written by Solomone Taukei | Published in Rugby league, Sports
The Cook Islands Rugby League season reached an electrifying climax as spectators were treated to a spectacle of intense matches in the Rarotonga 13s competition finals that kept them on the edge of their seats and unveiled new champions in premier men’s and senior women’s grades.
Panthers share secret weapon
Friday 10 May 2024 | Written by Solomone Taukei | Published in League, Sports
Tupapa Panthers Club has become the talk of the town, making headlines for their remarkable achievements in rugby league this year. From the under-14s to the premier men’s and women’s teams, they’ve all secured spots in the grand finale this weekend.
Battle for supremacy: Netball knockout round starts tonight
Wednesday 8 May 2024 | Written by Solomone Taukei | Published in Netball, Sports
Local netball fans can expect an evening filled with exciting netball action as the Netball Cook Islands Competition presents a series of knockout matches in both the Open 1 and Open 2 grades.
Exciting start to netball season
Tuesday 7 May 2024 | Written by Solomone Taukei | Published in Netball, Sports
The Rarotonga Netball Club competition round 1 has concluded with exhilarating matches and surprising outcomes, setting the stage for an exciting season ahead. Teams across various age categories competed fiercely, showcasing their skills and determination on the court.
Eels and Lady Bears march on
Monday 6 May 2024 | Written by Solomone Taukei | Published in Rugby league, Sports
Avatiu Nikao Eels and Lady Bears are through to the Cook Islands Rugby League Rarotonga 13s competition finals after hard fought wins in the semifinals on Saturday.
Lady Bulldogs ready for challenge
Friday 3 May 2024 | Written by Solomone Taukei | Published in Rugby league, Sports
As the Cook Islands Rugby League Rarotonga 13s competition enters its final knockout rounds at the National Stadium this Saturday, the pressure in the air is intense.
Titikaveka leads netball comp, Avatiu outclasses Ngatangiia
Tuesday 30 April 2024 | Written by Solomone Taukei | Published in Netball, Sports
The fourth week of the Netball Cook Islands Rarotonga club competition was full of exciting matches. Teams fought hard on the court to get top spots before knockouts.
Unstoppable Panthers in finals
Monday 29 April 2024 | Written by Solomone Taukei | Published in Rugby league, Sports
The Cook Islands Rugby League (CIRL) Rarotonga 13s competition knockout round on Saturday delivered a thrilling display of athleticism, strategy, and sheer determination, with the Tupapa Panthers asserting their dominance in both the men’s and women’s divisions.
Do or die for Bears, Sea Eagles
Saturday 27 April 2024 | Written by Solomone Taukei | Published in Rugby league, Sports
Excitement is brewing as the Cook Islands Rugby League Rarotonga 13s competition playoffs are set to kick off today from 1.30pm at the National Stadium in Nikao.
Netball comp heats up as R4 promises fierce battles
Saturday 27 April 2024 | Written by Solomone Taukei | Published in Netball, Sports
The courts are heating up as the much-awaited round four of the Netball Cook Islands Rarotonga Netball Club competition kicks off today at three different locations.
Playoffs set for thrilling battles
Friday 26 April 2024 | Written by Solomone Taukei | Published in Rugby league, Sports
The Cook Islands Rugby League Rarotonga 13s competition enters knockout rounds this weekend as teams battle for a spot in the finals.
Titikaveka Pearls shine, Avatiu rule in netball battles
Wednesday 24 April 2024 | Written by Solomone Taukei | Published in Netball, Sports
The Rarotonga Netball Club competition took off its weekly round with a flurry of thrilling matches that kept fans on the edge of their seats. As clubs battled it out for supremacy on the court, the intensity was real, and the stakes were high.