League
Warriors forfeit battle with Sharks
Friday 2 March 2018 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in League
Takuvaine (TKV) Warriors have decided not to travel to Aitutaki to face the Sharks in a round four premier battle supposed to be played later this afternoon.
CIRLA congratulates league super girls
Tuesday 27 February 2018 | Published in League
Cook Islands Rugby League Association president Charles Carlson has congratulated the ‘awesome achievement’ of the rugby league women’s side, after they collected the bronze medal at the Commonwealth Competition 9s.
'Hulk' Mataora helps with Panthers win
Monday 26 February 2018 | Published in League
A hard running Tupapa Panthers side were able to capitalise on the mistakes of their Arorangi Bears opponents as they cruised to a 34-12 victory in the third round of the domestic rugby league competition on Saturday.
Blues fall just short of Highlanders
Monday 26 February 2018 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in League
The Highlanders have inflicted further misery on the Blues, adding to their lengthy drought against fellow Kiwi teams.
Eels lead domestic league competition
Wednesday 21 February 2018 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in League
The mighty Avatiu Nikao Eels have taken an early lead in the Cook Islands rugby league competition.
Kukis at play in the NRL
Tuesday 20 February 2018 | Published in League
A few Kuki internationals got the chance to blow off the cobwebs over the weekend in the opening round of the NRL’s pre-season.
Wakeup call for defending champs
Tuesday 20 February 2018 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in League
A 16-all draw in their opening match of the 2018 rugby league season is a wakeup call for defending champions Titikaveka Bulldogs, says coach Meti Noovao.
Bears fight back to level terms with Bulldogs
Monday 19 February 2018 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in League
For the second consecutive week, young Sam Taoro stepped up and delivered in the crucial moment for his Arorangi Bears side in the domestic rugby league competition.
Bulldogs wary of the rampant Bears
Monday 19 February 2018 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in League
Meti Noovao has come to the rescue for defending champions Titikaveka Bulldogs ahead of their opening match at home today against Arorangi Bears.
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.
