Basketball
Cooks U15 brave the Oceania Basketball Cup
Saturday 16 November 2024 | Written by Solomone Taukei | Published in Basketball, Sports
Cook Islands U15 basketball teams delivered spirited performances at the FIBA U15 Oceania Cup 2024, where the men secured an impressive victory over New Caledonia, and the women faced a tough 50-32 loss to Fiji in their final placements in Canberra.
CISNOC defends point system amidst social media backlash
Tuesday 22 October 2024 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Athletics, Badminton, Basketball, Bowling, Boxing, Cook Islands Games, Cricket, Cycling, Handball, League, Netball, Sports
Despite the negative comments circulating on social media, the point system for this year’s Cook Islands Games multi-sport event has remain unchanged from the previous edition that was held in 2022, according to the Cook Islands Sports and National Olympic Committee (CISNOC).
Rarotonga dominates 3x3 basketball competition
Friday 11 October 2024 | Written by Solomone Taukei | Published in Basketball, Sports
Rarotonga’s 3x3 basketball teams delivered an outstanding performance at the 2024 Cook Islands Games, placing in the top three across various divisions and securing multiple medals.
The year in sports 2023
Sunday 31 December 2023 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Athletics, Badminton, Basketball, Bowling, Boxing, Cricket, Cycling, Fishing, Football, Golf, Handball, League, Netball, Pacific Games, Paddling, Rugby league, Rugby Union, Running, Sailing, Sports, Swimming, Tennis, Triathlon, Volleyball
2023 has been a testament to the dedication and talent of Cook Islands athletes across various sports. Cook Islands News’ Losirene Lacanivalu delves into some of the most remarkable sporting achievements that made headlines in 2023.
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.
Cook Islands basketball star gives it her best shot
Thursday 27 April 2023 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Basketball, Sports
At a young age, Sharne Pupuke-Robati began her training for basketball. She did not know that one day she would wake up to being part of the 3X3 New Zealand Tall Ferns team. Now, at the age of 22, Pupuke-Robati looks back to when she started training for the sport.
Gold again for Cook Islands basketball
Tuesday 8 November 2022 | Written by Supplied | Published in Basketball, Sports
Cook Islands and Samoa have qualified for the Pacific Games 2023 following the FIBA Polynesian Cup 2022 in New Zealand last week.
Cook Islands to host Polynesian Cup
Thursday 26 May 2022 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in Basketball, Sports
Cook Islands Basketball Federation will be hosting the Polynesian Cup 5x5 tournament in New Zealand later in the year.
Cook Islands elect all-female board members to lead basketball growth
Friday 10 December 2021 | Written by Supplied | Published in Basketball, Sports
Cook Islands Basketball Federation’s (CIBF) newly elected board members are set to take on the challenge of developing the sport in the country with a fresh vision moving forward.
Basketball programme brings community together
Thursday 25 November 2021 | Written by Alana Musselle | Published in Basketball, Sports
The people behind Rarotonga Community Development Basketball are ramping up efforts to achieve their goal of bringing more of the community together through the game. By Alana Musselle.
Basketball season ends on a high
Wednesday 6 October 2021 | Written by Alana Musselle | Published in Basketball, Sports
After eight weeks of growth and development in basketball with what started as a small committee of passionate basketball players - has resulted in a tightly knit group who are dedicated to continuing their slow and steady progress in developing the sport.
Basketballers step closer to final leap
Wednesday 29 September 2021 | Written by Alana Musselle | Published in Basketball, Sports
The Avaiki Basketball Tournament saw a slamming night of semi-final games take place on Wednesday last week at the Papa’aroa Hall. Every team fought aggressively, desperate not to be eliminated and to make it into the top eight teams who will play at tonight’s finale of the basketball season.
Basketballers step up for the big bounce
Wednesday 22 September 2021 | Written by Alana Musselle | Published in Basketball, Sports
Week six of the Avaiki Basketball Tournament took place on Wednesday last week with more heat seen on the courts as the semi-final and final games are approaching quickly - set to take place this week and next.
Basketballers keep a bounce in their step
Thursday 16 September 2021 | Written by Supplied | Published in Basketball, Sports
More talent has been seen during week five of the Avaiki Basketball Tournament. It was jam packed on Wednesday last week with many exciting games played on the court.
Young basketballers stay on game
Wednesday 8 September 2021 | Written by Alana Musselle | Published in Basketball, Sports
A list of promising young basketball players are continuing to show their growing potential as the Avaiki Basketball Tournament which has been running for four weeks now progresses.
Basketball gains momentum
Tuesday 31 August 2021 | Written by Alana Musselle | Published in Basketball, Sports
The third week of the Avaiki Basketball Tournament saw players continuing to find their tune in terms of skills, with some definite improvement from the first two weeks being shown on the court.
B’ball receives exemption to hold games
Friday 20 August 2021 | Written by Alana Musselle | Published in Basketball, Sports
The Avaiki Basketball Tournament held eight matches on Wednesday after the organising committee was granted permission from Te Marae Ora (TMO) Ministry of Health.
Basketball players find their rhythm
Wednesday 18 August 2021 | Written by Supplied | Published in Basketball, Sports
Week one of the Avaiki Development Basketball Tournament took place on Wednesday last week at the Papaaroa Hall with a slamming start to the season. The tournament is set to run over seven weeks.
Basketball tournament gets underway
Wednesday 11 August 2021 | Written by Alana Musselle | Published in Basketball, Sports
The second annual basketball tournament set up to encourage and expand the sport in Rarotonga will take place today at the Papaaroa Hall. Alana Musselle reports.
Basketball federation to focus on local youth
Thursday 20 May 2021 | Written by Supplied | Published in Basketball, Sports
A bright future awaits the Cook Islands following a successful Cook Islands Youth Games that showed a glimpse of the country’s next basketball standouts.
