Sports
Raro 7s special- Remembering some of the rugby 7s greats.
Friday 8 November 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Rugby Union, Sports
Danny Boy – Tangiau Tepai Sunrise: 1963 Sunset: 2024 Nicknamed ‘Danny Boy’ the popular and multi-skilled, goal kicking fullback/utility back was from the village of Arorangi. He was a key member of the Sheraton 7s Team – inaugural winners of the Rarotonga International 7s in 1989. In 1989 he played for the Cook Islands team […]
Raro 7s special- Regina Sheck: A legend of NZ Black Ferns Rugby
Friday 8 November 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Rugby Union, Sports
Regina Sheck is currently in Rarotonga as the coach for the North Shore Women’s 7s team.
Raro 7s special- Cooks very own Rugby 7s legend- the General
Friday 8 November 2024 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Rugby Union, Sports
Former Cook Islands rugby star and legend, the General, George George says in the past 35 years players have come out of the Raro 7s tournament pursuing rugby careers internationally.
Raro 7s special-Showcasing the magic of 7s rugby: CIGT
Friday 8 November 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Rugby Union, Sports
Cook Islands General Transport - CIGT, is one of the founding teams of the Rugby Sevens concept, since its launch in Rarotonga in 1989.
Panthers ready to defend Raro 7s title.
Friday 8 November 2024 | Written by Solomone Taukei | Published in Rugby Union, Sports
Rarotonga 7s defending champions Tupapa Panthers, are gearing up for today’s kick off with high expectations and a history of strong performance.
Milestone achievement for Cooks badminton stars
Thursday 7 November 2024 | Written by Solomone Taukei | Published in Badminton, Sports
Two young athletes of Cook Islands Badminton Association are celebrating a major milestone after being selected for the prestigious Oceania Tier 2 Development Programme that will be held in Bangkok, Thailand this month.
Rising Stars Volleyball Comp starts tomorrow
Thursday 7 November 2024 | Written by Solomone Taukei | Published in Sports, Volleyball
The Rising Stars Primary School Volleyball Tournament is set for November 8, 2024, and is expected to be a thrilling day for young athletes across Rarotonga.
Tabusoro is back, aims for finals at 2024 Raro 7s
Wednesday 6 November 2024 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Rugby Union, Sports
Rarotonga Fijian residents – Tabusoro has returned and will be pushing through to get to the finals at this year’s 35th Rarotonga Rugby 7s Tournament that kicks off on Friday.
Round 13 football season kicks off today
Wednesday 6 November 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Football, Sports
The football excitement continues at the CIFA Complex today with the grassroots teams set to kick off Round 13, showcasing the talent and passion of young athletes.
NZ referees look forward to fast-flow rugby 7s
Tuesday 5 November 2024 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Rugby Union, Sports
Twelve teams will compete in the two-day Rarotonga 7s Competition that kicks off on Friday and New Zealand referees are hoping for a fast-flow free game that will be entertaining for the home crowd.
Round 12 football epic showdown
Tuesday 5 November 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Football, Sports
Round 12 of the 2024 Rarotonga Round Cup showcased the vibrant football culture in Rarotonga and the competitive spirit that defines this year’s tournament.
Aitu’s brave battle falls short against dominant Kumuls
Monday 4 November 2024 | Written by Solomone Taukei | Published in League, Sports
Cook Islands Aitu put up a valiant fight in their Pacific Bowl Round 3 match against Papua New Guinea’s Kumuls, but ultimately fell short, losing 42-20 in front of a passionate home crowd in PNG in the weekend.
The Supreme combat fighting tournament brings international showdown to Rarotonga
Saturday 2 November 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Boxing, Sports
The highly anticipated Supreme Combat Fighting Tournament will make history at the National Auditorium in Rarotonga today.
Tupapa leads premier men’s division
Saturday 2 November 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Football, Sports
Tupapa Maraerenga Football leads the Premier Men’s division with 29 points, while Titikaveka FC, in sixth place with seven points, seeking to climb the standings in today’s 2024 Rarotonga Round Cup Competition.
Alex Glenn on standby for Aitu in PNG Kumuls Pacific Championship match
Friday 1 November 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in League, Sports
There are no changes for the Aitu Cook Islands league team, with former Broncos captain Alex Glenn again listed among the reserves in the match against Papua New Guinea’s Kumuls for the Pacific Championship this weekend in Port Moresby.
Showdown ahead in Avatiu vs Puaikura match
Thursday 31 October 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Football, Sports
Avatiu Football Club and Puaikura Football Club’s premier men and women are set to face off for the third time this season at Raemaru Park in Arorangi today.
Tahiti sailors win 2024 Regatta in Raro
Wednesday 30 October 2024 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Regional, Sailing, Sports, Tahiti
Sailors from Tahiti edged over Rarotonga, proving to be very competitive taking out first place in both the Lasers and the Optimist classes, winning the 2024 sailing challenge overall trophy.
Round 12 of the football season kicks off today
Wednesday 30 October 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Football, Sports
The football excitement continues at the Cook Island Football Association (CIFA) Complex today with grassroots teams set to kick off Round 12, showcasing their talent and passion.
New Caledonia's President Mapou says French territory is at a "turning point"
Wednesday 30 October 2024 | Written by RNZ | Published in Sailing, Sports
New Caledonia's President Louis Mapou says the French territory is at a "turning point" after the three-day fact-finding mission, headed by three Pacific leaders wrapped up in Nouméa. RNZ Pacific Presenter/Bulletin Editor Lydia Lewis reports.
Paddlers battle in windy conditions for V6 national titles
Tuesday 29 October 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Paddling, Sports
Paddlers battled in super windy conditions in Saturday's national iron race, the last race of the season before Vaka Eiva in just under four weeks’.
