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CIRL commit to Nines meet for the future

Monday 11 January 2016 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Other Sports

Cook Islands Rugby League has confirmed the Club Nines will be an annual affair after massive success in the inaugural year of the tournament last week.

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Holidaying ABs fly under the radar

Friday 8 January 2016 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Other Sports

Not just Sam Cane, but there were other All Blacks who made their way to the Cook Islands for a holiday before the start of the 2016 Super Rugby season.

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Sailing duo off to Rio Olympics

Friday 8 January 2016 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Other Sports

Its official! The International Sailing Federation (ISAF) has confirmed Cook Islands sailors Teau McKenzie and Taua Elisa Henry’s qualification to this year’s Olympic Games.

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Top five packs in the NRL

Friday 8 January 2016 | Published in Other Sports

While outside backs make the highlight reels and playmakers win the plaudits, anyone involved in rugby league will tell you it's your forward packs that win you games. We've taken a look at what we think are the five best all-round packs in the NRL and it's no surprise a good pack translates to on-field success.

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Ioane is third-best sailor in the region

Thursday 7 January 2016 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Other Sports

Young Cook Islands sailor Joshua Ioane finished third in the Oceania region at the Youth Sailing World Championships in Malaysia last week.

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Tears and jeers, part two

Thursday 7 January 2016 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Other Sports

2015 proved an exciting year for sports in the Cook Islands. Among some highs and lows, there were some remarkable achievements which made the year special for the sports lovers in the country. In a two-part feature Cook Islands News reporter Rashneel Kumar takes a look at those achievements that brought tears and jeers among the Cook Islanders. Here’s the final part:

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Visiting officials praise Nines success

Wednesday 6 January 2016 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Other Sports

The dust has settled at the Swamp after a rapturous two days of Nines action but tributes to the success of the inaugural Cook Islands Rugby league Club Nines tournament continue to mount up.

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Tears and jeers – the year in sports

Wednesday 6 January 2016 | Published in Other Sports

2015 proved an exciting year for sports in the Cook Islands. Among some highs and lows, there were some remarkable achievements which made the year special for the sports lovers in the country. In a two-part feature Cook Islands News reporter Rashneel Kumar takes a look at those achievements that brought tears and jeers among the Cook Islanders.

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Nines tournament hailed as a success

Tuesday 5 January 2016 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Other Sports

The inaugural Cook Islands Rugby League Club Nines tournament has been hailed a success.

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Eels claim $5000 victory

Tuesday 5 January 2016 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Other Sports

Amidst the bone-crunching tackles and breathtaking guile and pace, the Avatiu Eels emerged on top at the Swamp in the stupendous Cook Islands Rugby League Club Nines tournament over the weekend.

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Nines all set for an epic battle

Thursday 31 December 2015 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Other Sports

May the force be with you.

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Myra's big two-wheel dream

Thursday 31 December 2015 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Other Sports

Dreaming is a major part of Myra Moller’s life.

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Tennis youngsters shine in Auckland

Wednesday 30 December 2015 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Other Sports

Tennis Cook Islands’ development drive received a major boost after a successful campaign by the youngsters at the Auckland Christmas Tournament last week.

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Bears ready to fight for coveted Nines title

Wednesday 30 December 2015 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Other Sports

While most people were feasting during the Christmas break, the Arorangi Bears were busy sharpening their claws and preparing to battle in this weekend’s Cook Islands Rugby League Nines tournament.

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Kukis eye international games

Wednesday 30 December 2015 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Other Sports

After dropping five places to 22 in the latest Rugby League International Federation rankings, Cook Islands Rugby League (CIRL) is hoping for some more game time in the coming season.

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Eels ready to rule the Swamp

Tuesday 29 December 2015 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Other Sports

Avatiu Eels are leaving no stone unturned in their determined bid to scoop the inaugural Bluesky Cook Islands Rugby League Club Nines tournament this weekend.

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Hosts lead in tri series

Tuesday 29 December 2015 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Other Sports

Cook Islands maintain their lead in the Mangaia Tri Series 2015 midway through the annual competition.

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A feast fit for healthy athletes

Thursday 24 December 2015 | Published in Other Sports

While many will be feasting on delicacies during the festive season, there are a few who will be conscious of what goes on their plates and into their stomachs over Christmas..

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Young sailor off to Youth Champs

Thursday 24 December 2015 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Other Sports

It will be a Christmas with a difference for 17-year-old Joshua Ioane.

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Sea Eagles all set to soar

Wednesday 23 December 2015 | Published in Other Sports

The Ngatangiia/Matavera Sea Eagles will end 2015 by starting a full-on fundraising drive for the rugby league club ready for next year’s nines and league season.

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