Sports
Cook Islands U21 thrills home crowd with victory
Tuesday 17 September 2024 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Netball, Sports
Cook Islands U21 side won its first match against Papua New Guinea 64-45 at the Netball World Youth Cup Qualifier Oceania at the National Sports Arena in Nikao last night.
Tokouso edge out Tabusoro
Monday 16 September 2024 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Rugby Union, Sports
Defending champions Tokouso made a brilliant start to their title defence campaign, defeating Tabusoro Fiji 26-17 in the second match of the Vodafone Tri Nations 15s series on Saturday.
Flying the Cook Islands flag at AIMS Games in New Zealand
Saturday 14 September 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Netball, Sports
As shuttlecocks fly across and over nets, and scores are counted, a navy blue flag with a circle of white stars hangs proudly from the stands. Behind it, a team from the Cook Islands cheers on their athletes.
Top-of-the-table Tupapa Maraerenga FC faces Puaikura challenge at home
Saturday 14 September 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Football, Sports
Victoria Park will be the centre of football excitement today as Tupapa Maraerenga hosts Puaikura in a day filled with action across various divisions.
Tokouso wary of Tabusoro
Saturday 14 September 2024 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Netball, Sports
Cook Islands Rugby Union Tri Nations 15s defending champions, Tokouso, will be heading to Aretere Park in Avatiu today, hoping for a strong finish as they face Tabusoro Fiji-CK.
Moana face Fiji in World Cup Qualifier
Friday 13 September 2024 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in Rugby league, Sports
Cook Islands Moana, the national women’s rugby league, will face Fiji next month in their first step toward qualifying for the 2026 Rugby League World Cup.
Team Atiu hosts fundraiser ahead of Cook Islands Games
Friday 13 September 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Other Sports, Sports
Over 400 athletes have registered to represent Team Atiu in the upcoming Cook Islands Games, which will be held next month from October 4 to 19.
Avatiu and Matavera-Ngatangiia set for R8 clashes
Thursday 12 September 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Football, Sports
Round 8 of the 2024 Rarotonga Football Season kicks off with Avatiu hosting Matavera-Ngatangiia for two consecutive days of exciting football action at Aretere Park.
Triathletes gear up for Raro Challenge
Thursday 12 September 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Sports, Triathlon
The Cook Islands Triathlon Association is gearing up for its mammoth Ariki Adventures Raro Challenge multisport event which will be held this Saturday, September 14, 2024. This is the Cook Islands’ longest team event, with an average five to six hours to complete entire course.
Cook Islands U21 netballers aim for World Cup spot
Thursday 12 September 2024 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Netball, Sports
As the Cook Islands prepares to host the 2024 Netball World Youth Cup Qualifier Oceania next week, its U21 national team is eager to capitalise on the home-court advantage and benefit from the enthusiastic support of the local community.
Young stars emerge at Cook Islands Boxing’s Fight Night
Wednesday 11 September 2024 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Boxing, Sports
The Cook Islands Boxing Association Fight Night held late last month enticed 14 boxers into the ring from three clubs on the island.
Excitement builds for grassroots and U18 clash at CIFA fields
Wednesday 11 September 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Football, Sports
A thrilling day of grassroots football featuring young talent from across the island in the Under 6, U8, U10 and U12 mix divisions will battle today at CIFA complex in Matavera.
League legend to coach Rarotonga U12s against Kurnell Stingrays
Tuesday 10 September 2024 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in League, Sports
Cook Islands rugby league legend Kevin Iro will be coaching a Rarotonga-based team that will play the visiting Australian-based Kurnell Stingrays this month.
Avatiu capitalises on Puaikura blunders to secure thrilling win
Tuesday 10 September 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Football, Sports
The round seven Rarotonga Football Round Cup competition saw some exciting clashes across all age groups and senior divisions.
Tabusoro secures last minute win
Monday 9 September 2024 | Written by Solomone Taukei | Published in Football, Sports
The Cook Islands Rugby Union Tri-Nations series kicked off with an exhilarating showdown at Raemaru Park, Arorangi, where the Cook Islands Residents faced off against Tabusoro Fiji Cook Islands (Tabusoro FK-CK).
Cook Islands U16s suffer heavy loss
Monday 9 September 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Football, Sports
Cook Islands suffered a major setback after going down to a dominant Samoa 0-10 in their first OFC U-16 Women’s Championship match in Fiji over the weekend.
Tri Nations rugby kicks off
Saturday 7 September 2024 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Rugby Union, Sports
The Vodafone Cook Islands Rugby Union Tri Nations 15s Competition kicks off today with the highly anticipated clash between the Cook Islands Residents XV and Tabusoro Fiji Cook Islands team.
Title race heats up in Rarotonga Round Cup football competition
Saturday 7 September 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Football, Sports
As the second phase of the 2024 Rarotonga Round Cup Competition kicks off, round seven promises thrilling encounters across two key venues.
A family affair: Mothers and daughters thrive in rugby
Saturday 7 September 2024 | Written by Solomone Taukei | Published in Features, Rugby Union, Sports, Weekend
Three mother-daughter duos played together on the same rugby team in the Cook Islands Rugby Union women’s competition, inspiring young women and highlighting the power of family bonds in sports.
The power of family and pride in rugby
Saturday 7 September 2024 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Features, Memory Lane, Rugby Union, Sports
A former rugby union great who represented the Cook Islands national team, shares his experiences and highlights the importance of family, community and hard work in the sport.
