League
Seven teams set for Nines battle
Monday 18 December 2017 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in League
Seven teams have been confirmed for the 2018 Cook Islands Rugby League Nines tournament to be held on January 5 and 6.
Major sponsor for Nines confirmed
Thursday 14 December 2017 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in League
The Cook Islands Rugby League Association has retained local telecommunications provider Bluesky as their main sponsor for the upcoming Nines tournament.
Valentine at home in the RLWC team of the tournament
Wednesday 6 December 2017 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in League
The exceptional form of Cook Islander Valentine Holmes in the Kangaroo jersey at the Rugby League World Cup made him an obvious shoo-in for the team of the tournament. Holmes was the top scorer with 12, with 11 tries coming in two matches.
Moana stun critics in league thriller
Thursday 23 November 2017 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in League
Cook Islands Moana proved their critics wrong after a historic win in their final pool match of the Women’s Rugby League World Cup in Sydney, Australia on Tuesday night.
Moana nuked by Kiwi Ferns in one-sided clash
Monday 20 November 2017 | Published in League
New Zealand winger Honey Hireme crossed for six tries in the Kiwi Ferns’ 76-0 thrashing of the Cook Islands at the women’s Rugby League World Cup in Sydney on Saturday.
Holmes breaks record in easy win
Monday 20 November 2017 | Published in League
Cook Islander and Kangaroo superstar Valentine Holmes broke an Australia record when he crossed for five tries in the 48-0 quarter-final demolition of Samoa.
Smoother path to league World Cup
Thursday 16 November 2017 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in League
The Cook Islands’ pathway to the 2021 Rugby League World Cup has become much easier, thanks to the grand performance of the Pacific teams in this year’s World Cup.
Moana set for league challenge
Wednesday 15 November 2017 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in League
The Cook Islands women’s rugby league beauties will turn into beast mode in their opening Women’s Rugby League World Cup 2017 clash against the Australian Jillaroos tonight in Sydney.
Siblings sacrifice in league battle
Wednesday 15 November 2017 | Published in League
Such is the seriousness of the Jillaroos’ quest to defend their World Cup crown, Australia coach Brad Donald will deny Elianna Walton the chance to line up against sisters Stephanie and Eliza Wilson in the opening fixture against Cook Islands tonight.
Kuki players to face Fiji
Tuesday 14 November 2017 | Published in League
Despite the Kiwis’ shock loss against Tonga over the weekend, the Kuki duo of Brad Takairangi and Jordan Rapana continue to roll as they were named in the starting line up to play in the quarter final against Fiji this Friday.
Eight teams keen on Nines meet
Monday 13 November 2017 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in League
Eight teams are expected to take part in the 2018 Cook Islands Rugby League Nines Tournament at the BCI Stadium in Nikao.
Saints bless former Cook Islands rep with a contract
Friday 3 November 2017 | Published in League
Former Cook Islands rep and St Helens centre Dominique Peyroux has signed a new one-year contract with the Super League club.
Kuki will continue with Kiwis
Friday 3 November 2017 | Published in League
Cook Islander Brad Takairangi continues his dream Rugby League World Cup run as he has been named in the Kiwis starting line-up for their second match against Scotland today.
Takairangi take World Cup stage
Tuesday 31 October 2017 | Published in League
The Takairangi clan will have a unique distinction next month as they field a family member in both the men’s and women’s Rugby League World Cups.
League names women 'warriors'
Monday 30 October 2017 | Published in League
Cook Islands Rugby League have named their women’s squad for the Women’s Rugby League Word Cup 2017 in Sydney.
Takairangi debuts for NZ
Friday 27 October 2017 | Published in League
Former Cook Island International Brad Takairangi will make his debut for New Zealand this weekend in the biggest stage rugby league can offer, the Rugby League World Cup.
Panthers tipped top favourite at home
Monday 23 October 2017 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in League
Tupapa Panthers head into the second Steinlager Sevens tournament starting today at Victoria Park as the top favourites.
Cooks to finalise World Cup squad
Wednesday 11 October 2017 | Published in League
The Cook Islands Rugby League Women’s team will play a one-off test match against the Australian Affiliated States on Saturday, October 14 in Sydney.
Superstar Rapana winger of the year
Monday 2 October 2017 | Published in League
Cook Islander Jordan Rapana was one of the few superstar NRL players recognised earlier this week, as he claimed the prestigious Dally M Winger of the Year award.
Kuki man of match in defeat
Tuesday 29 August 2017 | Published in League
Cook Islander and Brisbane Bronco Alex Glenn scored his 50th career try and 200th career point as his team was thumped by the Parramatta Eels 54-34 on Thursday (CI time).
