Tuesday 12 November 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Football, Sports
Round 13 of the 2024 Rarotonga Round Cup delivered an action-packed weekend, showcasing intense rivalries, standout performances, and dramatic turns across all divisions.
Tuesday 12 November 2024 | Written by Solomone Taukei | Published in Sports, Volleyball
Apii Nikao has dominated the Cook Islands Primary Schools Volleyball rising Stars Competition.
Tuesday 12 November 2024 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Rugby Union, Sports
Lady Avatiu Eels claimed the 2024 Rarotonga 7s competition in the women’s division on the weekend.
Monday 11 November 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Rugby Union, Sports
Tupapa Panthers showcased their dominance once again, reclaiming the 2024 Rarotonga Sevens title in a thrilling final against Veilomani.
Monday 11 November 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Football, Sports
A season of thrilling football came to an exciting conclusion with Tupapa-Maraerenga Football Club emerging as the Premier Men’s Champions and Avatiu FC claiming the coveted U18 Men’s Championship title in the 2024 Round Rarotonga Cup.
Saturday 9 November 2024 | Written by Solomone Taukei | Published in Features, Memory Lane, Rugby Union, Sports, Weekend
For years, women have been side-lined in sports administration, especially in rugby—a domain long dominated by men. However, local trailblazers like Francis Toa and Harriet Tuara are breaking barriers, proving that women can excel in leadership roles and transform the rugby landscape. Their stories serve as powerful examples of resilience, passion, and dedication in the face of challenges. Sports reporter Solomone Taukei profiles the pair.
Saturday 9 November 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Football, Sports
Tupapa-Maraerenga Premier Mens are the Champions of the 2024 Rarotonga Round Cup as they lead the Premier division with 32 points.
Saturday 9 November 2024 | Written by Solomone Taukei | Published in Rugby Union, Sports
Day one of the Rarotonga 7s 2024 tournament kicked off with an exciting start as defending champions Tupapa Panthers edged out the Arorangi Bears 12-5.
Friday 8 November 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Rugby Union, Sports
I would like to offer my congratulations on reaching the 35 year mark.
Friday 8 November 2024 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Rugby Union, Sports
Twenty-six boys have joined the Veilomani U16 rugby club to compete in the 2024 Raro 7s Tournament that kicks off today.
Friday 8 November 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Rugby Union, Sports
Kia Orana and welcome to all our Rugby 7s families and players.
Friday 8 November 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Rugby Union, Sports
Danny Boy – Tangiau Tepai Sunrise: 1963 Sunset: 2024 Nicknamed ‘Danny Boy’ the popular and multi-skilled, goal kicking fullback/utility back was from the village of Arorangi. He was a key member of the Sheraton 7s Team – inaugural winners of the Rarotonga International 7s in 1989. In 1989 he played for the Cook Islands team […]
Friday 8 November 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Rugby Union, Sports
Regina Sheck is currently in Rarotonga as the coach for the North Shore Women’s 7s team.
Friday 8 November 2024 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Rugby Union, Sports
Former Cook Islands rugby star and legend, the General, George George says in the past 35 years players have come out of the Raro 7s tournament pursuing rugby careers internationally.
Friday 8 November 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Rugby Union, Sports
Cook Islands General Transport - CIGT, is one of the founding teams of the Rugby Sevens concept, since its launch in Rarotonga in 1989.
Friday 8 November 2024 | Written by Solomone Taukei | Published in Rugby Union, Sports
Rarotonga 7s defending champions Tupapa Panthers, are gearing up for today’s kick off with high expectations and a history of strong performance.
Thursday 7 November 2024 | Written by Solomone Taukei | Published in Badminton, Sports
Two young athletes of Cook Islands Badminton Association are celebrating a major milestone after being selected for the prestigious Oceania Tier 2 Development Programme that will be held in Bangkok, Thailand this month.
Thursday 7 November 2024 | Written by Solomone Taukei | Published in Sports, Volleyball
The Rising Stars Primary School Volleyball Tournament is set for November 8, 2024, and is expected to be a thrilling day for young athletes across Rarotonga.
Wednesday 6 November 2024 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Rugby Union, Sports
Rarotonga Fijian residents – Tabusoro has returned and will be pushing through to get to the finals at this year’s 35th Rarotonga Rugby 7s Tournament that kicks off on Friday.
Wednesday 6 November 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Football, Sports
The football excitement continues at the CIFA Complex today with the grassroots teams set to kick off Round 13, showcasing the talent and passion of young athletes.