Other Sports
Sweat session for super triathlete
Friday 26 January 2024 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Other Sports, Sports
The Cardio Combat (CC) crew will be presenting an energising sweat session this Saturday, January 27, at 6.30am at the Tupapa Centre to support Cook Islands 68-year-old super triathlete Kevin Henderson, who is gearing up for his 19th Ironman New Zealand in Taupō, Aotearoa next month.
Lewis hands in resignation to CISNOC
Thursday 25 January 2024 | Written by Al Williams | Published in Education, Local, National, Other Sports, Sports
New Education Secretary Owen Lewis has handed in his resignation to the Cook Islands Sports and National Olympic Committee (CISNOC), while it is understood he will remain in an acting position, unpaid, as secretary general until a suitable replacement is found.
Outrage erupts as CISNOC silent on prize giving delay
Tuesday 23 January 2024 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Other Sports, Sports
Cook Islands Beach Games participants are outraged by Cook Islands Sports and National Olympic Committee (CISNOC)’s decision to delay the 2024 prize giving by three days.
CISNOC seeks solutions after Beach Games, League 9s clash
Thursday 11 January 2024 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Other Sports, Sports
The Cook Islands Beach Games’ opening, overshadowed by the League Nines in Paradise on Saturday, sparked concerns about scheduling conflicts, prompting organisers to acknowledge the challenge and seek solutions. Losirene Lacanivalu reports.
Napa finishes fifth in Pacific Games debut
Tuesday 21 November 2023 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Other Sports, Pacific Games, Sports
Cook Islands weightlifter Tehei Napa finished in fifth place in the 55-kilogram division at the Pacific Games in Honiara, Solomon Islands.
Kickboxers ready to rumble
Friday 17 November 2023 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Other Sports, Sports
Mixed Martial Arts (MMA) athletes will be showcasing their skills at the inaugural Cook Islands 682 Ultimate Rage Fight Night this evening at Te Are Karioi (National Auditorium).
MMA mania hits Rarotonga: Ultimate Rage Fight Night promises thrilling encounters
Wednesday 15 November 2023 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Other Sports, Sports
Mixed martial arts (MMA) fans are in for a thrilling treat with the Cook Islands 682 Ultimate Rage Fight Night – an adrenaline-fueled display of combat sports – set to take place this Friday in Rarotonga.
Inaugural Pump Track Nationals aims to unearth Cook Islands’ cycling talent
Wednesday 8 November 2023 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Other Sports, Sports
The inaugural Cook Islands Pump Track Nationals 2023 will be held this Saturday at The Rock Bike Park in Ngatangiia.
Te Kara Run is all set for a dye-lightful return
Wednesday 8 November 2023 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Other Sports, Sports
The much-anticipated Cook Islands Autism’s biggest fundraising event, Te Kara Run, is making a “colourful” return this year on Friday, November 24 , after a lapse of two years.
Kicking off a love of sport: Tuakau Terrabulls Club donates sports balls to Apii Nikao
Friday 20 October 2023 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Other Sports, Sports
The visiting Tuakau Terrabulls Golden Oldies Rugby Union Club from Aotearoa New Zealand has donated sports balls to Apii Nikao to help foster an interest for sports amongst the students.
Ariki Adventures Raro Challenge: ‘Not for the faint hearted’
Thursday 12 October 2023 | Written by Supplied | Published in Other Sports, Sports
The Cook Islands Triathlon Association is gearing up for its mammoth Ariki Adventures Raro Challenge multisport event which will be held this Saturday.
High hopes for Pacific Games
Wednesday 27 September 2023 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Athletics, Other Sports, Pacific Games, Sports
Cook Islands team to the Pacific Games 2023 in Honiara, Solomon Islands this year is looking to increase their medal tally.
Aitutaki Liftoff: Connecting people and communities through fitness and health
Saturday 9 September 2023 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Other Sports, Sports
More than 80 fitness and health enthusiasts participated in the third annual Aitutaki Liftoff sporting event on the beautiful island of Aitutaki last week.
More than 180 Cook Islands athletes for Pacific Games
Friday 8 September 2023 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Athletics, Other Sports, Sports
More than 180 athletes will be representing Cook Islands at the 2023 Pacific Games in Honiara, Solomon Islands.
Panthers Edge out CIRARO to win Club Rugby 7s
Monday 4 September 2023 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Other Sports, Rugby Union, Sports
The mighty Panthers have emerged the victors of this weekend's Club Rugby 7's on points differential, after ending up on a tie with Cook Islands Rarotonga (CIRARO) on the table with three wins each and a draw.
Cooks first BMX track a hit with the kids
Monday 28 August 2023 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Cycling, Other Sports, Sports
The dream of BMX enthusiast Tony Takurua is now a reality with the opening of the first Pump Track ‘The Rock Bike Park’ in the Cook Islands at Ngatangiia.
Cook Islands announces bid to host 2029 Pacific Mini Games
Wednesday 2 August 2023 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Other Sports, Sports
Cook Islands is bidding to host its third Pacific Mini Games, hoping to bring the regional sporting event back to Rarotonga after hosting it in 1985 and 2009.
Police make ruling on controversial raffle draw
Saturday 29 July 2023 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Crime, National, Other Sports, Sports
After a weeklong inquiry, Cook Islands Police have confirmed that the results of a raffle draw where the top two prizes went to the same ticket holder will stand.
Darts Cook Islands hosting ‘strong’ NZ Niue team
Friday 28 July 2023 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Other Sports, Sports
The Darts Cook Islands is hosting New Zealand Niue 40 plus strong team with competitions held last week Saturday and on Wednesday this week.
Tutavake reels in 33.1kg yellowfin tuna to win fishing comp
Thursday 20 July 2023 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Other Sports, Sports
While the winter fishing season could be better, the Cook Islands Fishing Association (CIFA) competition held over the weekend saw some good catches weighed in delighting local fishermen.
