Sports
Amuri-Ureia Mamas reel in winning tuna
Thursday 10 June 2021 | Written by Supplied | Published in Other Sports, Sports
In a first, the mamas led the way in the inaugural Queen’s Birthday Mamas fishing tournament, with the winners netting a hefty yellowfin during the tournament which was held in Aitutaki earlier this week.
Arorangi reclaim the ‘log of wood’
Wednesday 9 June 2021 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in Other Sports, Sports
A determined Arorangi battled hard to reclaim the Kumete Cup after a brilliant performance in the annual competition at the National Stadium in Nikao.
Netball queens
Tuesday 8 June 2021 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in Netball, Sports
The highly competitive Rarotonga Netball Club Competition ended as expected on Saturday with a thrilling conclusion.
Dancing to the finish line
Tuesday 8 June 2021 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in Other Sports, Sports
Bim Kiriau of Avatiu celebrates as he nears the finish line in the 4x100 metre father and son relay at the annual village competition (Kumete Games) on Monday.
Happy Valley netters claim open titles
Friday 4 June 2021 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in Netball, Sports
Takuvaine made a clean sweep in the Rarotonga Netball Club Competition open division, winning the open 1 and 2 titles on Wednesday night.
Aitutaki on top after intense weekend races
Wednesday 2 June 2021 | Written by Supplied | Published in Other Sports, Sports
Two days of picture-perfect weather allowed sailors to battle it out during the Aitutaki vs Rarotonga Electron Challenge, which was held over the weekend.
Down to the wire
Tuesday 1 June 2021 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in Netball, Sports
Arch-rivals Titikaveka will battle Avatiu in the Rarotonga Netball Club Competition premier final this Saturday.
Rarotonga teens relish time in New Zealand
Monday 31 May 2021 | Written by Supplied | Published in Rugby Union, Sports
As the North Otago Rugby Union’s connection with the Cook Islands continues to grow, more players are taking up opportunities in Oamaru. Kayla Hodge catches up with Alistair Newbigging and Olive Willie who have joined the Waitaki Boys’ High School First XV.
Kumete sports on Queen’s Birthday holiday
Saturday 29 May 2021 | Written by Supplied | Published in Other Sports, Sports
The annual village competition for the Kumete is to be held once again at the National Stadium, and as always on the Queen’s Birthday annual holiday, in nine days’ time.
Year 10IK claims Tereora College Sevens title
Friday 28 May 2021 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Rugby Union, Sports
Year 10IK claimed the Tereora College Year 10 Rugby Sevens Competition at Nikao field this week.
Clean sweep dream ends
Friday 28 May 2021 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Netball, Sports
Avatiu’s dream of a clean sweep in the Rarotonga Netball Club Competition was shattered after their Open 2 team lost in the semi-final this week.
Making a racquet: A quest to help Pacific tennis thrive
Thursday 27 May 2021 | Written by Supplied | Published in Other Sports, Sports
Twenty-one years on from his Davis Cup debut, tennis veteran Brett Baudinet says being able to represent the Cook Islands and the Pacific on the world stage remains a huge honour.
All eyes on impressive Avatiu
Wednesday 26 May 2021 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in Netball, Sports
An intense knockout round over the weekend has set the platform for another exciting week of the Rarotonga Netball Club Competition this weekend.
Local kayakers impress
Tuesday 25 May 2021 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in Paddling, Sports
The Canoe and Kayak Cook Islands team of four, Jade and Lily Tierney, Kohl Tamarua – Horton, and Ollie Dearlove, recently returned from the NZCT New Zealand National Sprint Championships with some very pleasing results.
Roaring Panthers claim league title
Monday 24 May 2021 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in Rugby league, Sports
Avatiu Nikao Eels players and fans were left fuming after Tupapa Panthers scored the winning try on the hooter to claim the Raro Cars Rugby League Competition premier title.
Nicholas impresses at North Island Champs
Saturday 22 May 2021 | Written by Supplied | Published in Paddling, Sports
Kawerau in the North Island of New Zealand yesterday turned on a spectacular winter’s day for the North Island Championships ensuring some great racing from Cook Islands’ Olympic boat Jane Nicholas and the New Zealand Olympic team.
Cracking squash at business house tourney
Friday 21 May 2021 | Written by Supplied | Published in Other Sports
With just one more round remaining in the BSP Business House Squash tournament, games at the Nikao courts are now more fiercely fought as teams battle for a top four placing heading into the knockouts.
Basketball federation to focus on local youth
Thursday 20 May 2021 | Written by Supplied | Published in Basketball, Sports
A bright future awaits the Cook Islands following a successful Cook Islands Youth Games that showed a glimpse of the country’s next basketball standouts.
League showdown this weekend
Thursday 20 May 2021 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in League, Sports
An intense battle is expected in the age group divisions at this Saturday’s Raro Cars Rugby League Competition finals at the National Stadium in Nikao.
Crunch time for netball
Wednesday 19 May 2021 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in Netball, Sports
Premier giants Titikaveka and Avatiu are through to the semi-finals of the Rarotonga Netball Club Competition after managing top two finish.
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