Sports
Roberts misses out on Paris Olympics as universality appeal rejected
Thursday 25 July 2024 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in Sports, Swimming
Team Cook Islands’ hopes of adding swimmer Wesley Tikiariki Roberts as the third athlete to compete at the Paris Olympic Games has been dashed after the Court of Arbitration for Sport (CAS) declined their request.
Lady Panthers win season opener
Wednesday 24 July 2024 | Written by Solomone Taukei | Published in Rugby Union, Sports
The Cook Islands Women’s Rugby Union season kicked off with a thrilling match between the Arorangi Lady Bears and the Tupapa Lady Panthers at Raemaru Park in Arorangi on Saturday.
Young talent takes centre stage as Rarotonga Football Season begins
Wednesday 24 July 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Football, Sports
The 2024 Rarotonga Football Season gets officially underway today, marking the start of an exciting new chapter as teams across the island gear up for intense competition.
Cook Islands swimmer Roberts in last-minute bid for Olympics spot
Tuesday 23 July 2024 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in Sports, Swimming
Team Cook Islands is hoping to add swimmer Wesley Tikiariki Roberts as the third athlete to compete at the Paris Olympic Games, which start this Friday in France.
Bears stun defending champions
Monday 22 July 2024 | Written by Solomone Taukei | Published in Rugby Union, Sports
The week three Cook Islands Rugby Union Rarotonga Club 15s competition saw thrilling matches and impressive displays of talent.
Aitutaki swimmers set to make history
Saturday 20 July 2024 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Sports, Swimming
Six young, sensational swimmers from Aitutaki will be making history as the first to represent their small island paradise overseas on the international stage.
Eels survive scare, Bears face Panthers
Saturday 20 July 2024 | Written by Solomone Taukei | Published in Rugby league, Sports
The unbeaten Avatiu Nikao Eels had a close shave in week three of the Cook Islands Rugby Union Rarotonga Club 15s premier men’s competition last night.
Cook Islands Aquatics secures funding to expand life-saving swim programme
Saturday 20 July 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Sports, Swimming
Cook Islands Aquatics Federation has secured timely sponsorship from ANZ Cook Islands.
Junior paddlers fundraise for world event
Friday 19 July 2024 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Paddling, Sports
The Cook Islands Under 16 junior oe vaka girls team made history by winning bronze medals at the 2023 IVF World Paddling Distance Championships in Apia, Samoa.
Two athletes, many supporters: Government, sports leaders travel alongside Cook Islands athletes to Paris Olympics
Friday 19 July 2024 | Written by Solomone Taukei | Published in Athletics, Other Sports, Sports, Swimming
Team Cook Islands, with only two athletes, will be supported in Paris by officials, coaches and various dignitaries whose expenses are covered by the International Olympic Committee and government grants.
Women’s teams ready for battle
Thursday 18 July 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Football, Sports
As the 2024 Rarotonga football season approaches, anticipation is high for the Women’s Championship, where teams will vie for glory and a chance to qualify for the prestigious OFC Women's Champions League (OFC WCL).
Cook Islands delegation makes strong showing at Traditional Games
Wednesday 17 July 2024 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Other Sports, Sports
Team Cook Islands put on an impressive display of skill and athleticism at the recent Heiva Tū'aro Mā'ohi Traditional Games held in Tahiti, French Polynesia.
‘Thrilling’ Beach Handball pre-comp enters final round
Wednesday 17 July 2024 | Written by Solomone Taukei | Published in Sports, Volleyball
The Beach Handball pre-competition is now in its fifth and final preliminary round, setting the stage for an exhilarating conclusion.
Cook Islands eyes playoff spot at OFC U16 Men’s Championship
Tuesday 16 July 2024 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Football, Sports
Cook Islands U16 football team is aiming for a top two finish in the preliminary rounds where it will face Vanuatu, Fiji and New Zealand at the OFC U16 Men’s Championship in Tahiti this month.
Residents coach Nicholas builds for future with young guns for Cook Islands Tri-Series
Tuesday 16 July 2024 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in League, Sports
Cook Islands Residents coach Clive Nicholas has named a youthful squad for the 2024 Cook Islands Rugby League Tri-Series to be held on the Gold Coast, Australia, in September.
Panthers and Eels secure wins
Monday 15 July 2024 | Written by Solomone Taukei | Published in Rugby Union, Sports
The second week of the Cook Islands Rugby Union Rarotonga Club 15s competition saw an exciting set of matches in the premier men’s grade. Tupapa put on a powerful performance against Titikaveka, while Avatiu dominated Arorangi.
Rivalry heats up as Eels face Bears
Saturday 13 July 2024 | Written by Solomone Taukei | Published in Rugby Union, Sports
The Cook Island Rugby Union Premiership began with a dynamic start last week, setting the stage for an eagerly anticipated week two. Both Avatiu Nikao Eels and Arorangi Bears secured wins in their opening matches, and they are poised to come out strong and continue their early-season consistency when they meet this afternoon at Aretere Park in Avatiu.
Double gold for junior tennis
Saturday 13 July 2024 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Sports, Tennis
The Cook Islands Junior Tennis team had a standout performance at the 2024 Pacific Oceania Junior Championships held in Fiji this week, earning gold and silver medals.
Logan breaks half marathon record
Saturday 13 July 2024 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Athletics, Sports
Local pilot Andrew Logan has set a new Cook Islands record at the 2024 Oceania Half Marathon event in the Gold Coast, Australia this week.
Cook Islands sets sights on bringing Traditional Polynesian Games home
Saturday 13 July 2024 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Features, Go Local, Other Sports, Sports
Cook Islands’ participation at the Heiva Tū’aro Mā’ohi traditional games in Tahiti has sparked interest in bringing similar events to the country and potentially boosting tourism.
