Sports
Intense rivalry expected in R2
Saturday 3 August 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Football, Sports
This weekend promises thrilling encounters as round two of the 2024 Rarotonga Football Season gets underway. Avatiu will host Puaikura at Aretere Park, while Nikao Sokattak takes on Matavera-Ngatangiia at the CIFA Complex.
Cook Islands to face NZ Cavaliers in friendly T20s
Saturday 3 August 2024 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Cricket, Sports
Cook Islands Cricket Association will be hosting two T20 friendly matches against New Zealand’s Cavalier Cricket team at the Turangi Oval today at 10am and 2pm.
Eels and Bears set for epic clash in Raro Club 15s
Saturday 3 August 2024 | Written by Solomone Taukei | Published in Rugby Union, Sports
As the weekend approaches, rugby union enthusiasts are gearing up for a series of thrilling matches featuring both junior and premier teams.
‘Muddy fun’ promised at Adventure Race
Saturday 3 August 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Other Sports, Sports
Cook Islands Triathlon Association is excited to host the Uncle Tom’s & PTS Adventure Race this afternoon.
We have a foot in the door: Cook Islands U16s keep semi-final hopes alive
Friday 2 August 2024 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Football, Sports
Cook Islands U16 football team secured a crucial 3-1 victory over Vanuatu, keeping their semifinal hopes alive in the OFC U16 Men’s Championship.
Panthers face rising Bulldogs
Friday 2 August 2024 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in Rugby Union, Sports
The resurgent Tupapa Panthers will take on the rising Titikaveka Bulldogs in week five of the Cook Islands Rugby Union Rarotonga Club 15s competition at Victoria Park this afternoon.
Tupapa and Titikaveka set for clash
Thursday 1 August 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Football, Sports
The 2024 football season is in full swing, and excitement is building as the second round of games commenced yesterday.
Cook Islands stun Vanuatu to keep semi-final hopes alive
Thursday 1 August 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Football, Regional, Sports, Vanuatu
Cook Islands have come from behind to score a memorable 3-1 win over Vanuatu and boost their chances of qualifying for the OFC U-16 Men’s Championship semi-finals in Tahiti.
Football comp enters round two
Wednesday 31 July 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Football, Sports
Football moves into round two this week with Titikaveka taking on Tupapa Maraerenga, Avatiu facing off with Puaikura, and Nikao Sokattak going head-to-head with Matavera-Ngatangiia.
Cook Islands couple secure podium finish in US paddle race
Tuesday 30 July 2024 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Paddling, Sports
Both fairly new to outrigger paddling, husband and wife team Damien Heather and Ana File-Heather competed at the Gorge Downwind Champs in the United States earlier this month (July 8-13), securing a podium finish.
Cook Islands U16 suffers heartbreaking loss vs Fiji
Tuesday 30 July 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Football, Sports
Fiji scored deep into stoppage time to break Cook Islands hearts and open their campaign with a win at the OFC U-16 Men’s Championship 2024.
Defending champs off to winning start in Rarotonga Football Season
Tuesday 30 July 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Football, Sports
Tupapa Maraerenga and Matavera-Ngatangiia clashed in the feature match of the 2024 Rarotonga football season on Saturday at Victoria Park, marking the exciting season opener.
Cook Islander Teremoana has chance to rewrite boxing history
Tuesday 30 July 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Boxing, Sports
Inspired by the memory of his late grandfather and spurred on by family in the crowd, Cook Islander Teremoana Teremoana has become the first Australian to win a Super Heavyweight fight in Olympic history.
Panthers end Eels’ unbeaten run
Monday 29 July 2024 | Written by Solomone Taukei | Published in Rugby Union, Sports
The week four Cook Islands Rugby Union Rarotonga Club 15s competition in Titikaveka provided rugby fans with thrilling action and unexpected results.
Cook Islands swimmer Connolly makes memorable Olympic debut
Monday 29 July 2024 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in Sports, Swimming
Cook Islands swimmer Lanihei Connolly made a memorable Olympic Games debut in Paris, France, on Saturday night.
Unbeatens Eels face defending champs
Saturday 27 July 2024 | Written by Solomone Taukei | Published in Rugby Union, Sports
The second round of the Cook Islands Rugby Union Rarotonga Club 15s competition promises to be a cracker as the undefeated Avatiu Nikao Eels take on defending champions Tupapa Panthers at Teimurimotia Park this afternoon.
Fierce rivalries ignite opening round
Saturday 27 July 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Football, Sports
Last year’s Premier Men’s champions, Tupapa Maraerenga, will play host to Matavera-Ngatangiia in their first-round match of the 2024 Premier Men’s Championship at Victoria Park this afternoon.
Youngsters ace-ing their holidays
Saturday 27 July 2024 | Written by Talaia Mika | Published in Education, National, Sports, Tennis
While most children are relaxing during their school holidays, a dedicated group of primary school students from Apii Te Uki Ou are taking to the tennis courts to sharpen their skills and revive their passion for the sport.
Beddoes and Connolly carry Cook Islands flag on Seine
Saturday 27 July 2024 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Athletics, Sports, Swimming
The Olympic opening ceremony presents the host country with the opportunity to wow the world with a uniquely spectacular show.
Defending champions Avatiu to battle Nikao Sokattak in season opener
Thursday 25 July 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Football, Sports
Defending champions of the Rarotonga Football Senior Women’s Competition, Avatiu will face Nikao Sokattak at the Cook Islands Football Association (CIFA) complex today, as they are eager to start the season with a win.
