The Netball Cook Islands domestic competition got off to a strong start last week, setting a perfect platform for the remainder of the season.

The week two competition today promises to be another highlight of this year’s season, with Titikaveka taking on Ngatangiia/Matavera and Avatiu taking on Arorangi. Netball fans will also see Takuvaine take on Tupapa.

Jenna Tere, the secretary for Netball Cook Islands, said that the 2025 netball season kicked off last Saturday, producing some thrilling outcomes.

“The local Domestic Netball Season has kicked off with a strong start, and clubs from all grades, from Under 6 to Premier, are thrilled with the outcome,” Tere said.

“The competition this season is set to be an exciting one, with each grade set to play two full rounds, ensuring more action and opportunities for teams to showcase their skills.”

According to Tere, it’s clear that the energy on the courts is building, and the teams are eager to compete.

“This weekend’s matches promise to be another highlight of the season,” she said.
Tere said that in collaboration with the rugby league schedule, Netball CI has worked hard to align the host matches, ensuring that clubs play in front of their home crowds, further enhancing the local netball experience.

In the opening premier division matches, Titikaveka defeated Takuvaine 44-15, Avatiu thumped Ngatangiia/Matavera 60-19 and Tupapa overcame Arorangi 41-24.

Results

Week 1 – 6U: Avatiu 5 Ngatangiia 1; Titikaveka 6 Takuvaine 3, 8U: Tupapa 8 Arorangi 0; Titikaveka 6 Takuvaine 0; Avatiu 5 Ngatangiia 0, 10U: Avatiu 7 Ngatangiia 6; Tupapa 14 Arorangi 9, 12U: Arorangi 14 Tupapa 9; Takuvaine 17 Titikaveka 14; Avatiu 11  Ngatangiia 6, 14U: Avatiu 29 Ngatangiia 15; Takuvaine 13 Titikaveka 5; Tupapa 18 Arorangi 14, 16U: Arorangi 33 Tupapa 4; Avatiu 26 Ngatangiia 13; Titikaveka 12  Takuvaine 12, Open 2: Avatiu 33 Ngatangiia 12; Arorangi 38 Tupapa 11; Titikaveka 20 Takuvaine 7, Open 1: Ngatangiia 16 Avatiu 10; Arorangi 37 Tupapa 13; Takuvaine 19 Titikaveka 17, Reserves: Arorangi 33 Tupapa 28; Titikaveka 33 Takuvaine 15, Premier: Titikaveka 44 Takuvaine 15; Avatiu 60 Ngatangiia 19; Tupapa 41 Arorangi 24.

Fixtures

Ngatangiia will host Titikaveka, Avatiu will host Arorangi and Takuvaine will host Tupapa.