League
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.
Queensland Kukis win Nines title
Monday 8 January 2018 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in League
Queensland Kukis held off a late barrage of attack from the Arorangi Bears to claim the Cook Islands Rugby League Association Bluesky Club Nines tournament title over the weekend.
Visitor's early favourites at the Nines
Monday 8 January 2018 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in League
Queensland Kukis have emerged the early favourites in the Cook Islands Rugby League Association Bluesky Club Nines tournament after a red-hot performance on day one yesterday at the BCI Stadium in Nikao.
Queensland Kukis create major buzz
Friday 5 January 2018 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in League
The inclusion of the Queensland Kukis has created a buzz among local clubs ahead of the Cook Islands Rugby League Bluesky Club Nines tournament which starts today.
Prodigal son makes the return home
Friday 5 January 2018 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in League
The return of their prodigal son is expected to boost the morale of Avatiu Nikao Eels in their title defence campaign at the Cook Islands Rugby League Association Bluesky Club Nines tournament this weekend.
Import refs ready for Nines battle
Friday 5 January 2018 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in League
“Let the referees’ ref.”
