Sports
Rugby rivals set for epic showdown
Thursday 22 August 2024 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Rugby Union, Sports
Defending champions Tupapa Panthers are planning to execute all their moves from their trainings when they meet Avatiu Nikao Eels in what they expect to be a tough battle in Rarotonga Club 15s competition final this Saturday.
Tupapa Maraerenga takes on Nikao Sokattak in midweek clash
Thursday 22 August 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Football, Sports
Tupapa Maraerenga prepares to take on Nikao Sokattak at CIFA Complex today, with the U15 Boys match kicking off at 4pm, followed by the Senior Women’s clash.
Cook Islands back on track for T20 World Cup qualification
Wednesday 21 August 2024 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in Cricket, Sports
The Cook Islands cricket men’s side’s ICC East Asia Pacific Sub Regional Qualifier A tournament campaign is back on track after a seven wicket win over Vanuatu in Apia, Samoa, yesterday.
Rarotonga Football Season enters final week of round one competition
Wednesday 21 August 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Football, Sports
As the 2024 Rarotonga Football Season head into the fifth and final week of round one matches, the excitement builds as the competition wraps up its first phase.
Aitutaki and Rarotonga paddlers make waves in Hawai’i
Tuesday 20 August 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Paddling, Sports
Aitutaki and Rarotonga oe vaka paddlers are representing the Cook Islands at the 20th IVF Va’a World Elite and Club Sprint Championship 2024 in Hilo, Hawai’i, from August 13 to 24.
Rarotonga football R4 delivers exciting matchups and surprises
Tuesday 20 August 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Football, Sports
Round four of the 2024 Rarotonga Football Season wrapped up with intense competition across all divisions, showcasing a mix of dominant performances and nail-biting finishes.
Panthers, Eels to clash in epic final rematch
Monday 19 August 2024 | Written by Solomone Taukei | Published in Rugby Union, Sports
In a repeat of last year’s Rarotonga Club 15s premier men’s final, defending champions Tupapa Panthers will take on arch rivals Avatiu Nikao Eels in the showdown this weekend.
Cook Islands secures second win in Samoa
Monday 19 August 2024 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in Cricket, Sports
Cook Islands cricket men’s side recorded their consecutive win in the ICC East Asia Pacific Sub Regional Qualifier A tournament in Apia, Samoa, yesterday.
Eels storm into final, Panthers take on Bears
Saturday 17 August 2024 | Written by Solomone Taukei | Published in Rugby Union, Sports
Avatiu Nikao Eels is through to the Rarotonga Club 15s premier men’s final after beating Titikaveka Bulldogs in the first semifinal yesterday afternoon.
Cooks crush Vanuatu in cricket opener!
Saturday 17 August 2024 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in Rugby Union, Sports
Cook Islands Cricket men’s team made a brilliant start to the ICC East Asia Pacific Sub Regional Qualifier A tournament in Apia, Samoa, yesterday.
Tupapa Maraerenga faces Avatiu, Puaikura takes on Nikao Sokattak
Saturday 17 August 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Football, Sports
The excitement in the Rarotonga football 2024 season continues today with two key fixtures: Tupapa Maraerenga and Avatiu are set to clash at the CIFA Complex in Matavera, while Nikao Sokattak faces Puaikura at Nikao Sports Field.
Bulldogs aim major upset
Friday 16 August 2024 | Written by Solomone Taukei | Published in Rugby Union, Sports
The Cook Islands Rugby Union Rarotonga Club 15s competition heads into semifinals this weekend with Avatiu Nikao Eels taking on the Titikaveka Bulldogs this afternoon and defending champions Tupapa Panthers battling the Arorangi Bears tomorrow at Raemaru Park.
Tereora and Araura colleges reign supreme in badminton tournament
Thursday 15 August 2024 | Written by Solomone Taukei | Published in Badminton, Sports
The annual college badminton tournament concluded with thrilling results as two schools dominated the competition over the two-day event at the National Auditorium.
Matavera-Ngatangiia takes on Titikaveka in mid-week clash
Thursday 15 August 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Football, Sports
The 2024 Rarotonga Football Season heats up this week as the CIFA Complex hosts a thrilling round of midweek fixtures, headlined by the Matavera-Ngatangiia versus Titikaveka encounters.
Cook Islander Meti wins another World Long Drive tourney
Thursday 15 August 2024 | Written by RNZ | Published in Other Sports, Sports
For the fifth time in her illustrious career, Cook Islander and New Zealand golfer Phillis Meti has captured the 2024 World Long Drive championship in the United States.
Araura College takes 2024 Schools Badminton tournament by storm
Wednesday 14 August 2024 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Badminton, Sports
Araura College from Aitutaki proved that great things can come from unexpected places after making a strong debut in the Schools Badminton Tournament being held at the National Auditorium in Tupapa this week.
Round 4 to bring thrilling grassroots and U18 men’s football action
Wednesday 14 August 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Football, Sports
Kicking off at 4.15pm, the CIFA Complex will once again host an exciting display of grassroots football in the 2024 Rarotonga football competition.
Cook Islands eyes T20 World Cup
Tuesday 13 August 2024 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Cricket, Sports
The Cook Islands Cricket Association has finalised its men’s national squad for the ICC East Asia Pacific Sub Regional Qualifier A tournament to be held from August 16 to 24 in Apia, Samoa.
Excitement unfolds in Round 3 football with dramatic draws and big wins
Tuesday 13 August 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Football, Sports
The Premier Men’s clash on Friday between Puaikura and Tupapa Maraerenga was a hard-fought battle, with both sides struggling to find a way through the congested midfield, forcing play out wide.
Panthers claw back to victory
Monday 12 August 2024 | Written by Solomone Taukei | Published in Rugby Union, Sports
Defending champions Tupapa Panthers remain in the hunt for top place finish in the Cook Islands Rugby Union Rarotonga Club 15s competition.
