Other Sports
Weightlifters shine in Australian event
Friday 1 April 2016 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Other Sports
The Cook Islands Weightlifting Federation’s bid to raise the profile of the sport in the country has received a major boost.
Easter golf brings out the best
Thursday 31 March 2016 | Published in Other Sports
Players competing in the Bluesky-sponsored tournament over Easter Saturday and Monday enjoyed great weather and a course in excellent condition.
Volleyball action on Aitutaki
Wednesday 30 March 2016 | Published in Other Sports
The 2016 Aquila “6 on 6” open men’s and open women’s volleyball competition took place on Easter Monday on Aitutaki.
Schools badminton off to flying start
Tuesday 29 March 2016 | Published in Other Sports
Preparations for this years’ ShuttleTime School badminton programme has gained momentum after participating schools received new racquets, nets and shuttles for the event.
Sailors dominate sports awards
Tuesday 29 March 2016 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Other Sports
Sailing Cook Islands dominated the Cook Islands National Sports Awards at the Edgewater Resort and Spa on Sunday night.
Tua's out, but show goes on
Saturday 26 March 2016 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Other Sports
Despite an 11th- hour setback, the Cook Islands National Sports Awards is all set to go ahead at The Edgewater Resort and Spa tomorrow evening.
Cook Islands kids in photo show
Saturday 26 March 2016 | Published in Other Sports
In June, the UEFA Foundation for Children will be hosting a photography exhibition during the UEFA EURO 2016 in Paris, France.
Action aplenty as boxers get ready to rumble
Thursday 24 March 2016 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Other Sports
All hell will break loose tonight in the rejuvenated Cook Islands Amateur Boxing Association’s Fight Night at the National Auditorium, starting at 7pm.
Bravehearts and Hani Hani win Classic Pairs
Thursday 24 March 2016 | Published in Other Sports
Bravehearts and Hani Hani won the Classic Pairs men’s and mixed grades respectively, at the Rarotonga Golf Club course last week.
Graham to lead Team Kuki again
Thursday 24 March 2016 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Other Sports
Cook Islands Sports and National Olympic Committee (CISNOC) general secretary Robert Graham has been retained as the Team Cook Islands chef de mission for another three years.
Sportsman of the Year sets scene for fierce competition
Thursday 24 March 2016 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Other Sports
The 2015 Sportsman of the Year award is set for a stiff battle between five contestants who have been nominated for one of the feature awards in the Cook Islands National Sports Awards which will be held this Sunday.
Special win for 'General George'
Wednesday 23 March 2016 | Published in Other Sports
The wet weather which threatened to wash out the golf over the weekend failed to dampen the spirits of the 98 players competing in the Hugh Henry Memorial tournament.
Women in exciting contest
Wednesday 23 March 2016 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Other Sports
An exciting showdown is expected for the 2015 Sportswoman of the Year at the Cook Islands National Sports Awards, to be held this Sunday at The Edgewater Resort and Spa.
Weightlifting names Oceania team
Wednesday 23 March 2016 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Other Sports
Three female weightlifters will represent the Cook Islands at the 2016 Oceania Weightlifting Championships to be held in Suva, Fiji, in May.
Five lessons from 7s battles
Friday 18 March 2016 | Published in Other Sports
1. NZ have experience, even without superstars
Basketball holds premier jam tonight
Thursday 17 March 2016 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Other Sports
The second round of the Premier Jam competition will be held tonight at the Bluesky Sports Arena. After the successful opening, participating teams are raring to hit the court for another round of competition.
Athletics club eyes grassroots development
Thursday 17 March 2016 | Published in Other Sports
In a bid to encourage and boost athletics in Rarotonga, a new club is rendering its support to young and adult who wants to excel in the sport.
Volleyball set for Mixed Social League
Thursday 17 March 2016 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Other Sports
The cash-strapped Cook Islands Volleyball Federation (CIVF) has revealed its 2016 season calendar which features some exciting tournaments.
Hosking takes out Air Rarotonga Open
Wednesday 16 March 2016 | Published in Other Sports
With excellent prizes at stake, the annual Air Rarotonga-sponsored golf tournament attracted a near capacity field of 104 golfers at the Rarotonga Golf Club course on Saturday.
Sporting fraternity mourns a huge loss
Wednesday 16 March 2016 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Other Sports
The local sporting fraternity is mourning the loss of one of the Cook Islands’ most beloved sporting sons.
