Other Sports
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.
Silver lining in wintry New Zealand cloud
Saturday 14 September 2019 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Other Sports
Nukutere College claimed a second medal in the last hours of the AIMS Game: this time, it was doubles pair Tereapii Akavi and Tehani Matapo.
Nukutere College wins AIMS bronze
Thursday 12 September 2019 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Other Sports
Nukutere College students Tereapii Akavi and Te Pa O Te Rangi Tupa have won the bronze medal in the teams badminton at the AIMS Games in New Zealand.
Local surfer eyes world record
Wednesday 11 September 2019 | Published in Other Sports
A world-traveled surfer, now living on Rarotonga, is claiming a world surfing record while also seeking to make a point about the power of healthy living.
Barefoot v shoes in 100m sprint
Wednesday 11 September 2019 | Written by Jonathan Milne | Published in Other Sports
About 175 athletes showcased their skills on the track and in the field at the Youth Athletics Championships.
Making friends across Pacific
Monday 9 September 2019 | Published in Other Sports
For the Cooks kids at the AIMS Games in New Zealand, this week is as much about making friends and having fun as it is about playing sport.
Brush with law nearly dashed dreams
Saturday 7 September 2019 | Published in Other Sports
Probationary constable Luisa Peters knows a few things about hard work and pressure having spent the better part of the past decade representing the Cook Islands on the world stage in weightlifting.
Golf war heroes
Saturday 7 September 2019 | Published in Other Sports
Aitutaki golfers are quietly confident ahead of next month’s Aitutaki Open, after a strong showing at the recent Constitution Golf Tournament.
Shifty sailing
Thursday 5 September 2019 | Published in Other Sports
Shifty winds made for challenging sailing and changing leaders on Muri lagoon for the start of the 2019 National Sunburst Championships.
No spots on these sports kids
Thursday 5 September 2019 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Other Sports
As parents pull their children out of the massive AIMS Games amid fears of a measles outbreak, the Cook Islands team is resolute.
Sport top table tennis trio win bronze
Wednesday 4 September 2019 | Published in Other Sports
Pa Enua table tennis players have left their mark at the Oceania Junior Championships in Tonga, returning with two bronze medal and one team member qualifying to attend the World Cadet Challenge in Poland next month.
