League
Taea dominates 2024 Cook Islands Women’s Rugby League Awards
Tuesday 9 July 2024 | Written by Solomone Taukei | Published in League, Sports
Former national sprinter Patricia (Patty) Taea dominated the Cook Islands Women’s Rugby League 2024 season, winning three awards including MVP and solidifying her status as the top player.
Blues claim CIRL State of Origin series
Monday 1 July 2024 | Written by Solomone Taukei | Published in League, Sports
A thrilling finish in game three at Nukupure Park on Saturday saw the Town Blues claim victory in the CIRL State of Origin series.
State of Origin series decider
Saturday 29 June 2024 | Written by Solomone Taukei | Published in League, Sports
The Cook Islands Rugby League State of Origin series will shift to Nukupure Park in Muri today after the Country Maroons’ comeback win against the Town Blues at Terevete Park in Avatiu last week.
Country seeks redemption in league series
Saturday 22 June 2024 | Written by Solomone Taukei | Published in League, Sports
The Country teams will be looking to bounce back in the second leg of the Cook Islands Rugby League State of Origin series this afternoon after going down to Town in the women’s and men’s clashes last weekend.
Sword brothers share expertise with aspiring sporting stars
Friday 21 June 2024 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in League, Rugby Union, Sports
Cook Islands brothers, home for a break from the international rugby scene in Japan, are sharing their expertise and inspiring the next generation of sports stars.
Town Whites take first step towards Conan’s Cup glory
Tuesday 18 June 2024 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in League, Sports
The Town Whites, who have never hoisted the prestigious Conan’s Cup women’s rugby league series trophy, took a step closer to glory on Saturday by beating Country Blacks in the opening match.
League gears up for historic clashes
Saturday 15 June 2024 | Written by Solomone Taukei | Published in League, Sports
The rugby league enthusiasts in Rarotonga are eagerly awaiting the first-ever clash between the Country Maroons and the Town Blues today.
Brendan Piakura: ‘Living the dream, that is for sure’
Wednesday 29 May 2024 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in League, Sports
Cook Islander Brendan Piakura is still pinching himself after getting a call from Queensland Maroons coach Billy Slater to join camp ahead of State of Origin Game I.
Panthers share secret weapon
Friday 10 May 2024 | Written by Solomone Taukei | Published in League, Sports
Tupapa Panthers Club has become the talk of the town, making headlines for their remarkable achievements in rugby league this year. From the under-14s to the premier men’s and women’s teams, they’ve all secured spots in the grand finale this weekend.
Panthers lead tight race, Eels face Sea Eagles in crucial match
Saturday 20 April 2024 | Written by Solomone Taukei | Published in League, Rugby league, Sports
As the Cook Islands Rugby League season draws to a close, teams are racing to the top four of the points table. Each team has only one game left, and the premiership race is becoming increasingly competitive in these last rounds.
GAT, set and going for title
Saturday 30 March 2024 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in League, Sports
The Cook Islands Touch Association’s open competition final fixtures are complete, with GAT ready to defend their men’s title.
Panthers and Eels reign supreme
Monday 25 March 2024 | Written by Solomone Taukei | Published in League, Sports
Round two of the Cook Islands Rugby League Rarotonga 13s competition started with a big bang as the Tupapa Panthers found their redemption against the Titikaveka Bulldogs on Friday at Aretere Park.
Redemption or repeat?: Panthers face off against Bulldogs again
Friday 22 March 2024 | Written by Solomone Taukei | Published in League, Sports
In a highly anticipated clash in the Cook Islands Rugby League Rarotonga 13s premier men’s competition this afternoon, Tupapa Panthers are gearing up to face off against Titikaveka Bulldogs at Aretere Park in Avatiu.
Eels lead, Panthers fight back
Monday 4 March 2024 | Written by Solomone Taukei | Published in League, Sports
Avatiu Nikao Eels premier men’s side cemented their place on top of the domestic 13s competition after extending their winning streak to three matches.
League pays tribute to Bulldogs star
Saturday 2 March 2024 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in League, Rugby league, Sports
Lady Panthers are hoping to continue their winning streak in the 2024 Cook Islands Rugby League 13s competition after last week’s victory against Lady Bears.
Development programme aims to prepare young women for contact sports
Wednesday 14 February 2024 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in League, Other Sports, Rugby league, Rugby Union, Sports, Touch Rugby
A 10-week under-16 and U18 girl’s rugby development programme has been organised to help boost and prepare young women for contact sports.
Five clubs battle for glory in rugby league 13s comp
Thursday 8 February 2024 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in League, Sports
The 2024 Cook Islands Rugby League 13s competition kicks off tomorrow with all five clubs fielding formidable teams in the fiercely contested premier men’s grade.
Nines in Paradise thrills
Tuesday 9 January 2024 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in League, Sports
Avatiu Nikao Eels coach Clive Nicholas says the Cook Islands Rugby League 2024 season will be an interesting one after retaining the Nines in Paradise premier men’s title over the weekend.
Avatiu Eels retain Nines title
Monday 8 January 2024 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in League, Sports
Avatiu Nikao Eels retained the Cook Islands Rugby League Nines in Paradise title after a hard-fought final on Saturday at the BCI Stadium in Nikao.
League Nines in Paradise heats up: Favourites emerge on day one
Saturday 6 January 2024 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in League, Sports
Newcomers Raukawa Kukis from New Zealand made an impressive start on day one of the Cook Islands Rugby League Nines in Paradise tournament yesterday at the National Stadium in Nikao.
