Sports
Cook Islands’ World Cup dream over
Friday 6 September 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Football, Sports
Cook Islands football men’s team is out of the FIFA World Cup 26™ Oceania Qualifiers after losing to Tonga 1-3 in its first match in Apia, Samoa, yesterday.
Town and Country women’s teams ready for historic Tri Nations debut
Thursday 5 September 2024 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Rugby Union, Sports
The Town and Country women’s teams will feature for the first time in the Tri Nations 15s Competition which kicks off this Saturday at Raemaru Park in Arorangi.
Pivotal mid-week matches for Matavera-Ngatangiia and Nikao Sokattak
Thursday 5 September 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Football, Sports
Matavera-Ngatangiia and Nikao Sokattak will battle in the mid-week clash in round seven 2024 Rarotonga Football Season at the CIFA Complex in Matavera.
Mauke hits fundraising goal for Cook Islands Games
Thursday 5 September 2024 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in National, Other Sports, Outer Islands, Sports
The Mauke Cook Islands Games sports committee is thrilled to announce the successful raising of $17,000 through its recent golf ambrose and radiothon fundraisers for its 400-plus athletes.
Round Cup competition heads into R7
Wednesday 4 September 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Football, Sports
The 2024 Rarotonga Football Season is heading into round seven, with anticipation building for thrilling action at the CIFA Complex in Matavera.
Teams gear up for exciting battles in 2024 Tri Nations 15s competition
Wednesday 4 September 2024 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Rugby Union, Sports
The 2024 Cook Islands Rugby Union Tri Nations 15s Competition, featuring Cook Islands Residents, Tokouso (Samoa and Tonga) and Fiji Tabusoro, was launched yesterday.
Cook Islands U16 women’s team eyes World Cup berth in Fiji
Wednesday 4 September 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Football, Sports
Cook Islands national football side departed last night for the OFC U16 Women’s Championship, set to take place in Fiji from September 8-21, 2024.
Tupapa Maraerenga premier men’s side edges Matavera in hard-fought clash
Tuesday 3 September 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Rugby Union, Sports
The round six clashes in the 2024 Rarotonga Round Cup Competition last week delivered thrilling football action across all divisions, with several closely contested matches and standout performances.
Rising stars and legends honoured at 2024 Cook Islands Rugby Awards
Tuesday 3 September 2024 | Written by Solomone Taukei | Published in Rugby Union, Sports
The 2024 Cook Islands Rugby Union Awards Night held at the Aroa Nui Hall in Arorangi on Saturday night was a remarkable celebration of talent, dedication and sportsmanship across junior and senior divisions.
Cook Islands eyes World Cup debut
Monday 2 September 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Football, Sports
Cook Islands national men’s football team is in Apia, Samoa, for the FIFA World Cup 2026 Qualifiers from September 6-9, 2024.
Cook Islands Rugby Union honours legends
Saturday 31 August 2024 | Written by Solomone Taukei | Published in Rugby Union, Sports
Cook Islands Rugby Union (CIRU) is proud to induct several remarkable individuals and a historic team into its Hall of Fame, recognising their exceptional contributions to rugby and the nation over the past 30 to 50 years.
Harmon refuses to pay $50k fine after appeal against football ban ‘dismissed’
Saturday 31 August 2024 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Football, Sports
The worldwide ban on all football-related activities imposed on former Cook Islands Football Association president Lee Harmon will continue to apply past its date of expiry until the fine and costs of over $100,000 are paid in full.
Top of the table clash as Tupapa takes on Matavera-Ngatangiia
Saturday 31 August 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Football, Sports
This week marks the start of the second phase of the 2024 Rarotonga Round Cup Competition, with critical matches poised to shake up the standings.
CIRU gears up for Awards Night
Friday 30 August 2024 | Written by Solomone Taukei | Published in Rugby Union, Sports
The Cook Islands Rugby Union (CIRU) is gearing up for a fantastic conclusion to their 2024 season with an exciting Awards Ceremony to be held this weekend.
Tupapa Panthers claim women’s rugby union title
Thursday 29 August 2024 | Written by Solomone Taukei | Published in Rugby Union, Sports
Tupapa Panthers claimed the Cook Islands Rugby Union women’s title after beating Arorangi Bears in the final at Teimurimotia Park in Titikaveka last Saturday.
Titikaveka and Puaikura go head-to-head in second meet
Thursday 29 August 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Football, Sports
In the much-anticipated Rarotonga Football Season round six matchups at the CIFA Complex, Titikaveka and Puaikura will face off in a series of crucial encounters across multiple divisions.
Island teams prepare for Cook Islands Games
Thursday 29 August 2024 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in National, Other Sports, Outer Islands, Sports
Island teams have started fundraising for the Cook Islands Games that will be held from October 4–19, 2024.
Exciting clashes loom as Rarotonga football season enters round six
Wednesday 28 August 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Football, Sports
As the Rarotonga football season reaches round six, excitement continues to build, with a new set of fixtures set to kick off today. Grassroots divisions will take centre stage starting at 4.15pm, promising an action-packed afternoon of young talent on display.
Electrifying Eels bring pride to community with clean sweep
Wednesday 28 August 2024 | Written by Solomone Taukei | Published in Rugby Union, Sports
The Avatiu Eels have made history with an extraordinary accomplishment, achieving a clean sweep in the 2024 rugby seasons across both league and union codes under the leadership of coach Clive Nicholas.
Fishing community reels in success
Wednesday 28 August 2024 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Fishing, Local, National, Sports
Rarotonga has retained the annual Gary Parlour Wahoo Fishing Competition, now in its 27th year, as well as the Goldy Goldie/Ms Ben Mahimahi Fishing Tournament over the weekend.
