Sports
Round Raro: Do the maths: RRRR = 4 X medals
Thursday 19 September 2019 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Other Sports
This is what the Round Rarotonga Road Race means: it gives athletes like these four young men a chance to realise their dreams.
Round Raro: No wheels this time, for Dan
Thursday 19 September 2019 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Other Sports
Richard Vinsen first competed in the round the island race in 1998, and has attempted to take part every year – but thanks to a motorbike injury, the Island Car director has had to take some time off.
Round Raro: 10km: further than ever!
Thursday 19 September 2019 | Published in Other Sports
Makayla Ibbetson recalls having to get up begrudgingly at 4.30am as a young Girl Guide, to prepare and staff the crucial water stations on the Round Raro course. But as the day went by she found herself enjoying the company of her fellow guides and the role of supporting the runners.
Veteran boxer inspires youngsters
Thursday 19 September 2019 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Other Sports
The legacy of boxing in the Cook Islands will live on with more young men now training in the sport and hoping to make to the Commonwealth and Pacific Games.
Can anyone stop the resurgent Titikaveka?
Thursday 19 September 2019 | Published in Football
Puaikura have a tough challenge heading into the fifth round as they take on Titikaveka in the midweek match up today and tomorrow.
Baudinet eyes new heights
Wednesday 18 September 2019 | Written by Jonathan Milne | Published in Other Sports
Fresh off the plane back from the Middle East, Cook Islands tennis star Brett Baudinet was off to the office to get back to work on his local businesses.
Baudinet helps clinch key tennis tie
Tuesday 17 September 2019 | Published in Other Sports
Brett Baudinet and the Pacific Oceania Davis Cup team have been promoted to Group III following a decisive 2-0 win over United Arab Emirates.
Roadworks and three u-turns don't slow 100km cycle challenge
Tuesday 17 September 2019 | Published in Other Sports
Cook Islands Triathlon Association cyclists completed their second annual BSP 100km challenge at the weekend.
Slippery like an Eel
Monday 16 September 2019 | Published in Rugby Union
Hosts the Panthers were the favourites to win the semi-final matchup of the one-round competition after a convincing 22-6 drubbing of the Eels in the round games.
Motorists toot and give cash to support Black Pearls
Monday 16 September 2019 | Published in Netball
More than 200 club netballers and supporters took to the road early Saturday morning for a run-a-thon to raise funds for upcoming netball campaigns – as well as using the run as extra training.
Men's football resumes after a 3-week break
Monday 16 September 2019 | Published in Football
The Rarotonga football round cup competition gets back underway today with the round two U17 men’s catch up matches.
Silver lining in wintry New Zealand cloud
Saturday 14 September 2019 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Other Sports
Nukutere College claimed a second medal in the last hours of the AIMS Game: this time, it was doubles pair Tereapii Akavi and Tehani Matapo.
Barnstorming in the sunshine …
Saturday 14 September 2019 | Published in Netball
The forecast for Rarotonga this weekend is ‘fine apart from brief showers’ – which means perfect conditions for all sporting activities be it based on land, water or in the air.
Nukutere College wins AIMS bronze
Thursday 12 September 2019 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Other Sports
Nukutere College students Tereapii Akavi and Te Pa O Te Rangi Tupa have won the bronze medal in the teams badminton at the AIMS Games in New Zealand.
Football world's eyes on Raro
Thursday 12 September 2019 | Published in Football
Today at Matavera, New Caledonia and New Zealand are both just one win away from claiming a place in next year’s U-20 Women’s World Cup in Nigeria. Attila Mosonyi reports.
Local surfer eyes world record
Wednesday 11 September 2019 | Published in Other Sports
A world-traveled surfer, now living on Rarotonga, is claiming a world surfing record while also seeking to make a point about the power of healthy living.
Barefoot v shoes in 100m sprint
Wednesday 11 September 2019 | Written by Jonathan Milne | Published in Other Sports
About 175 athletes showcased their skills on the track and in the field at the Youth Athletics Championships.
Give peace a prance
Wednesday 11 September 2019 | Published in Sports
A flame of peace is to light the way around the Rarotonga this Monday. Local runners of any fitness level have been invited to take part in the local leg of a run for peace that is taking place globally this year.
Prosperous communities through sports
Tuesday 10 September 2019 | Published in Sports
Cook Islands’ Hugh Graham has been re-elected unopposed to represent Oceania on the Commonwealth Games Federation. Dame Louise Martin, 73, from Scotland, was re-elected President. “Let's enjoy this journey as through sport, we build peaceful, sustainable and prosperous communities across the Commonwealth,” she said.
Making friends across Pacific
Monday 9 September 2019 | Published in Other Sports
For the Cooks kids at the AIMS Games in New Zealand, this week is as much about making friends and having fun as it is about playing sport.
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