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Breeding the next generation of athletics stars
Tuesday 8 October 2019 | Published in Other Sports
It was another stunning day in Rarotonga with the turnout of over 700 athletes representing nine primary schools at the Prince of Wales Athletics competition on Wednesday last week.
Kids page: 'I had to make sure I did better'
Sunday 6 October 2019 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Other Sports
“When I am about to run,” says 13-year-old Aurametua Vavia, “in my mind I tell myself, I need to cross that line and be a winner.”
Apii Avarua retains athletics title
Friday 4 October 2019 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Other Sports
Apii Avarua retained the Prince of Wales Primary School Athletics Championship title.
Tennis fever hit Aitutaki
Friday 4 October 2019 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Other Sports
There is a tennis boom in Aitutaki, says national head coach Malcolm Kajer.
Thrills, spills and loads of fun
Thursday 3 October 2019 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Other Sports
More than 500 students took part in the Prince of Wales Primary School Athletics Championship at the National Stadium yesterday.
'On you mark, get set, go …'
Wednesday 2 October 2019 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Other Sports
Junior track and field stars will get a platform to showcase their talent in today’s Prince of Wales Primary School Athletics Championship at the National Stadium in Nikao.
Golden Oldies raise funds for Mitiaro
Friday 27 September 2019 | Published in Other Sports
Members of the Avatiu/Nikao Mongoose Golden Oldies Rugby are heading to Mitiaro on October 3, and fundraising today for their trip.
Vaulting into future
Thursday 26 September 2019 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Other Sports
Ben Cork from Gymnastics Australia is helping run a Cook Islands FreeG Programme at Tereora College, a four- week programme that is aimed to get students exposed to alternative activities and sports.
Apii Avarua determined to hold trophy
Wednesday 25 September 2019 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Other Sports
More than 120 volunteers have signed up to assist with the Prince of Wales primary school athletics championships to be held on Wednesday next week. St Joseph’s primary school is hosting the event, and principal Shelley Berry says children are training hard. Athletes are invited for a ‘breakfast of champions’ before the day starts at 8.30am.
Round Raro Road Race: Hot running in wet conditions
Monday 23 September 2019 | Published in Other Sports
Australian runner Steve Isles is back home now with a holiday souvenir he won’t forget – the 2019 overall Round Raro Road Race.
Turning over Raro's roads to the racers
Sunday 22 September 2019 | Published in Other Sports
More than 400 runners from all walks of life with their own unique motivations are running around Rarotonga this morning – so please take care on the roads as you drive to the markets early this morning.
All the colour of the carnival
Friday 20 September 2019 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Other Sports
Hula girls, Mario the cartoon character and men in wigs featured in last night’s 4km Fun Run to kick start the annual Round Rarotonga Road Race weekend.
Medallist is back – and he's in a hurry
Thursday 19 September 2019 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Other Sports
Look out for the Cook Islands Olympian golden boy Alex Beddoes: he’s pumped up and ready to race the annual 10km in this year’s Round Raro festival.
Round Raro: Do the maths: RRRR = 4 X medals
Thursday 19 September 2019 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Other Sports
This is what the Round Rarotonga Road Race means: it gives athletes like these four young men a chance to realise their dreams.
Round Raro: No wheels this time, for Dan
Thursday 19 September 2019 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Other Sports
Richard Vinsen first competed in the round the island race in 1998, and has attempted to take part every year – but thanks to a motorbike injury, the Island Car director has had to take some time off.
Round Raro: 10km: further than ever!
Thursday 19 September 2019 | Published in Other Sports
Makayla Ibbetson recalls having to get up begrudgingly at 4.30am as a young Girl Guide, to prepare and staff the crucial water stations on the Round Raro course. But as the day went by she found herself enjoying the company of her fellow guides and the role of supporting the runners.
Veteran boxer inspires youngsters
Thursday 19 September 2019 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Other Sports
The legacy of boxing in the Cook Islands will live on with more young men now training in the sport and hoping to make to the Commonwealth and Pacific Games.
Baudinet eyes new heights
Wednesday 18 September 2019 | Written by Jonathan Milne | Published in Other Sports
Fresh off the plane back from the Middle East, Cook Islands tennis star Brett Baudinet was off to the office to get back to work on his local businesses.
Baudinet helps clinch key tennis tie
Tuesday 17 September 2019 | Published in Other Sports
Brett Baudinet and the Pacific Oceania Davis Cup team have been promoted to Group III following a decisive 2-0 win over United Arab Emirates.
Roadworks and three u-turns don't slow 100km cycle challenge
Tuesday 17 September 2019 | Published in Other Sports
Cook Islands Triathlon Association cyclists completed their second annual BSP 100km challenge at the weekend.
