League
Junior league teams head into action
Monday 19 February 2018 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in League
The second round of the domestic rugby competition this weekend will feature the age-group competition.
Valentine Holmes set for fullback role
Thursday 15 February 2018 | Published in League
Despite the Cronulla Sharks signing a number of high-profile fullbacks, Kuki Valentine Holmes is likely to get the first shot at the number one jersey in this weekend’s trial against the Manly Sea Eagles.
Kuki takes NZ Player of the Year award
Tuesday 13 February 2018 | Published in League
Kuki star fullback Apii Nicholls-Pualau was rewarded for her stellar 2017 season as she received the Women’s Player of the Year trophy at the New Zealand Rugby League Awards on Friday night.
Top CI squad for Commonwealth Nines
Tuesday 13 February 2018 | Published in League
An ace Cook Islands rugby league squad has been assembled to compete in next week’s Commonwealth Nines tournament in Queensland.
Winning start for top league teams
Monday 12 February 2018 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in League
The top guns were off to a blazing start in the opening round of the Cook Islands rugby league club competition over the weekend.
Kukis eye NZ Rugby League awards
Monday 12 February 2018 | Published in League
A handful of Kukis are up for awards at this weekend’s New Zealand Rugby League awards.
Fitness a key factor in league
Monday 12 February 2018 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in League
Expect a bit of rust in the performances of teams in round one of the Cook Islands rugby league club competition today.
League season set to start
Friday 9 February 2018 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in League
The stage is set for the opening round of the 2018 domestic rugby league club competition, kicking off today from 5pm at The Swamp.
Cook Islands rugby league dreams big
Thursday 8 February 2018 | Published in League
Cook Islands Rugby League Association president Charles Carlson says he is blessed with incredible talent, but is constantly battling money issues, local expectations and the sport at large.
CIRLA want junior focus
Wednesday 7 February 2018 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in League
A meeting will be held this evening to put together the first ever Cook Islands Rugby League Association (CIRLA) junior grade committee.
Nati puts hand up for Nines contest
Saturday 3 February 2018 | Published in League
The Cook Islands has received a massive boost ahead of the Commonwealth Nines competition in Brisbane later this month, with Kiwi Ferns stand-off Kimiora Nati pledging her allegiance to the squad.
Takairangi could move to forwards
Saturday 3 February 2018 | Published in League
Due to a glut of backline options, Cook Islander Brad Takairangi may find himself filling a new position when the Parramatta Eels’ NRL season begins in March.
Battle of the coaches in league
Tuesday 30 January 2018 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in League
The 2019 domestic rugby league club competition may be two weeks away but excitement is mounting as all seven teams prepare to get down to business when the season kicks off next month.
A bright future for Marsters
Monday 29 January 2018 | Published in League
Should Auckland-born Cook Islands rugby league international Esan Marsters build off the success of his NRL rookie season with Wests Tigers, one person that won’t be surprised will be Cook Islands Rugby League Association president Charles Carlson.
Blessing a positive omen for Takuvaine
Monday 29 January 2018 | Published in League
Members of the Takuvaine community met yesterday at the local meeting house to witness the blessing of the rugby league team’s new uniforms, something that their coach hopes will be a positive omen for the upcoming season.
A big year ahead for Dylan Napa
Thursday 25 January 2018 | Published in League
After a disappointing end to the 2017 season, Cook Islands international and Sydney Roosters forward Dylan Napa is aiming to establish himself as an Origin regular and a premiership contender.
Holmes to lead from the back
Monday 22 January 2018 | Published in League
AFTER a sensational World Cup campaign, Cook Islander and Kangaroos star Valentine Holmes is taking more of a leadership role while learning from the many veteran forwards at the Cronulla Sharks.
Passionate 'Gello' closer to home
Tuesday 16 January 2018 | Published in League
Anthony Gelling’s move to the New Zealand Warriors has been welcomed by Cook Islands Rugby League Association president Charles Carlson, who is delighted that a star player is now closer to home.
From one Warriors team to another
Friday 12 January 2018 | Published in League
Cook Islands international Anthony Gelling looks likely to swap one Warriors outfit for another, as he looks set to make a move from Wigan to Auckland.
Nines get 2018 league season rolling
Tuesday 9 January 2018 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in League
The Cook Islands Rugby League Association Bluesky Club Nines tournament proved an excellent start to the 2018 season which will get underway next month.
