Sports
Rarotonga players dominate netball U21 training squad
Thursday 27 June 2024 | Written by Talaia Mika | Published in Netball, Sports
Twenty young females have officially been named in the Netball Cook Islands U21 training squad with majority being local trialists.
Premier netball semifinals promise thrilling matchups
Wednesday 26 June 2024 | Written by Solomone Taukei | Published in Rugby league, Sports
Rarotonga’s netball season is reaching its climax as the extended premier division competition narrows down to the top four teams.
Town Whites hold off Country Blacks to claim Conan’s Cup
Tuesday 25 June 2024 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Rugby league, Sports
After two unsuccessful attempts, the Town Whites finally managed to lift the Conan’s Cup women’s title in the second leg of the Cook Islands Rugby League State of Origin Series held on Saturday.
Maroons stage stunning comeback
Monday 24 June 2024 | Written by Solomone Taukei | Published in Rugby league, Sports
The Country Maroons made a resounding comeback in the second match of the Cook Islands Rugby League State of Origin Series, narrowly defeating the Town Blues 32-26, while Town Whites secured the Conan’s Cup after second win.
Touch finals get cultural twist
Monday 24 June 2024 | Written by Solomone Taukei | Published in Sports, Touch Rugby
Cook Islands Touch Association is excited to introduce a unique approach for the final’s series of the business house competition.
Country seeks redemption in league series
Saturday 22 June 2024 | Written by Solomone Taukei | Published in League, Sports
The Country teams will be looking to bounce back in the second leg of the Cook Islands Rugby League State of Origin series this afternoon after going down to Town in the women’s and men’s clashes last weekend.
Cook Islands prepares for OFC Under-16 men’s football champs
Saturday 22 June 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Football, Sports
The Cook Islands under-16 men’s football team is gearing up for the OFC U16 Men’s Championship, which will take place from July 28th to August 10th, 2024 in Tahiti.
Sword brothers share expertise with aspiring sporting stars
Friday 21 June 2024 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in League, Rugby Union, Sports
Cook Islands brothers, home for a break from the international rugby scene in Japan, are sharing their expertise and inspiring the next generation of sports stars.
Titikaveka and Avatiu top seeds
Thursday 20 June 2024 | Written by Solomone Taukei | Published in Netball, Sports
The Rarotonga netball premiership round two competition concluded last week, setting the stage for the knockout rounds starting today.
Cook Islands Cricket gears up for T20 World Cup Qualifier
Wednesday 19 June 2024 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Cricket, Sports
The Cook Islands Cricket Association men’s team has already begun their training for the International Men’s T20 World Sub-regional Qualifier in Samoa in August.
Town Whites take first step towards Conan’s Cup glory
Tuesday 18 June 2024 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in League, Sports
The Town Whites, who have never hoisted the prestigious Conan’s Cup women’s rugby league series trophy, took a step closer to glory on Saturday by beating Country Blacks in the opening match.
Town Blues triumph in thrilling series opener
Monday 17 June 2024 | Written by Solomone Taukei | Published in Rugby league, Sports
The first match of the Cook Islands Rugby League State of Origin series, held over the weekend, was a spectacular showcase of skill and determination.
League gears up for historic clashes
Saturday 15 June 2024 | Written by Solomone Taukei | Published in League, Sports
The rugby league enthusiasts in Rarotonga are eagerly awaiting the first-ever clash between the Country Maroons and the Town Blues today.
Baudinet eyes more years in Davis Cup
Friday 14 June 2024 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in Sports, Tennis
Top national tennis player Brett Baudinet is in Amman, Jordan, participating in his 20th Davis Cup for the Pacific Oceania team.
Future Touch stars shine
Thursday 13 June 2024 | Written by Solomone Taukei | Published in Sports, Touch Rugby
Teams demonstrated remarkable commitment and skill during final game of the Cook Islands Touch Business House Round Robin Competition on Monday at the National Stadium in Nikao.
Rarotonga Football Season returns with six clubs across nine divisions
Wednesday 12 June 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Football, Sports
The much-awaited 2024 Rarotonga Football Season is just around the corner, set to commence on Wednesday, July 24, at the familiar grounds of the CIFA Complex in Matavera.
Mitchell, Vakatini star as Oceans 11 claim inaugural Super Slam title
Tuesday 11 June 2024 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Cricket, Sports
Oceans 11 have been crowned the inaugural Super Slam Cricket Competition champions after defeating King Wolves Nikao by seven wickets in the final at Turangi Oval on Saturday.
Oceans 11 face King Wolves in Super Slam final
Saturday 8 June 2024 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Cricket, Sports
Oceans 11 will host King Wolves Nikao in the T20 Super Slam cricket final at Turangi Oval today.
Beddoes elected to Oceania Athletics Commission
Saturday 8 June 2024 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Athletics, Sports
Experienced athlete and Cook Islands middle distance champion Alex Beddoes has been elected to the 2024 Oceania Athletics Association Athletes’ Commission (OAA).
Thrilling finishes in netball comp
Saturday 8 June 2024 | Written by Solomone Taukei | Published in Netball, Sports
The Rarotonga Netball Club Competition junior and senior finals concluded last week with several thrilling games that had fans on the edge of their seats.
