Sports
Rarotonga's young talent takes the field
Wednesday 9 August 2023 | Written by Supplied | Published in Football, Sports
The highly anticipated Rarotonga Football Season is set to kick off today at the Cook Islands Football Association (CIFA) Complex.
‘Fittest’ Oe Vaka squad to World Sprints
Tuesday 8 August 2023 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Paddling, Sports
The Cook Islands is sending its largest ever squad to the International Va’a Federation (IVF) World Paddling Distance Championships to be held from August 10-19 in Apia, Samoa.
Tupapa Panthers reign supreme
Tuesday 8 August 2023 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in Rugby Union, Sports
The captains of the Lady Panthers and Lady Bears praised their players for their dedication and sacrifice in the inaugural Cook Islands Rugby Union women’s 10s competition.
Panthers stun Eels in thriller
Monday 7 August 2023 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Rugby Union, Sports
The Rarotonga Club 15s premier men’s final witnessed a dramatic and thrilling finish when Tupapa Panthers scored in the final minute to dethrone Avatiu Nikao Eels at Victoria Park.
Lady Panthers claims inaugural title
Monday 7 August 2023 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Rugby Union, Sports
Lady Panthers thumped Lady Bears 38-0 to claim the Rarotonga Club Competition women’s 10s title at Victoria Park on Saturday.
All eyes on the prize
Saturday 5 August 2023 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Rugby Union, Sports
A tit for tat battle is expected in the Rarotonga Club 15s premier final when defending champions Avatiu Nikao Eels takes on Tupapa Panthers at Victoria Park this afternoon.
Tough road to World Cup
Saturday 5 August 2023 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Rugby league, Sports
Cook Islands’ bid to qualify for the next Rugby League World Cup has become more difficult following the sport’s international governing body’s decision to reduce the number of teams by six to 10 in the 2026 tournament.
Triathlon gears up for ‘exciting’ event
Thursday 3 August 2023 | Written by Supplied | Published in Sports, Triathlon
The Cook Islands Triathlon Association is excited about the Uncle Tom’s & PTS Adventure Triathlon event this Saturday.
Winner-take-all final
Thursday 3 August 2023 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Rugby Union, Sports
It’s a ‘winner take all’ final in the Rarotonga Club Competition Women’s 10s showdown between the Lady Panthers and Lady Bears this Saturday at Victoria Park in Tupapa.
Funds not lost 'in the controversy' : FIFA boss
Wednesday 2 August 2023 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Football, Sports
The head of the world football’s governing body has promised funding to help develop the sport in the Cook Islands.
Cook Islands announces bid to host 2029 Pacific Mini Games
Wednesday 2 August 2023 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Other Sports, Sports
Cook Islands is bidding to host its third Pacific Mini Games, hoping to bring the regional sporting event back to Rarotonga after hosting it in 1985 and 2009.
Empire men win netball title
Tuesday 1 August 2023 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Netball, Sports
Following the successful debut of the Men’s Netball Competition which concluded last month, Netball Cook Islands (NCI) has set its sight on the upcoming Men’s World Cup in 2024.
Eels, Panthers in final
Monday 31 July 2023 | Written by Supplied | Published in Rugby Union, Sports
Arch-rivals and neighbours Avatiu Nikao Eels and Tupapa Panthers will feature in the Rarotonga Club 15s final this Saturday after beating Arorangi Bears and Titikaveka Bulls in the semifinals over the weekend.
Avatiu Eels, Arorangi Bears tussle for spot in final
Saturday 29 July 2023 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Regional, Rugby Union
It is back to square one for defending champions Avatiu Nikao Eels as they take on Arorangi Bears in the Rarotonga Club 15s semifinal this afternoon at Victoria Park in Tupapa.
Developing sporting excellence
Saturday 29 July 2023 | Written by Supplied | Published in Athletics, Sports
Athletics Cook Islands (ACI) have had a busy week of learning, developing and celebrating with an athletics academy, a mini competition and a 60th birthday celebration.
Historic visit: Bringing the love of football to our future generations
Saturday 29 July 2023 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Football, Sports
FIFA president, Gianni Infantino touched down on Rarotonga yesterday, making a historic first visit to the Cook Islands, where FIFA Forward funds are boosting football development.
Police make ruling on controversial raffle draw
Saturday 29 July 2023 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Crime, National, Other Sports, Sports
After a weeklong inquiry, Cook Islands Police have confirmed that the results of a raffle draw where the top two prizes went to the same ticket holder will stand.
Darts Cook Islands hosting ‘strong’ NZ Niue team
Friday 28 July 2023 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Other Sports, Sports
The Darts Cook Islands is hosting New Zealand Niue 40 plus strong team with competitions held last week Saturday and on Wednesday this week.
Bulls fired up
Friday 28 July 2023 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Rugby Union, Sports
Titikaveka Bulls are hoping to pull off a major upset when they take on the undefeated Tupapa Panthers in the Rarotonga Club 15s semifinal this afternoon at Victoria Park.
Lady Panthers take lead
Thursday 27 July 2023 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Rugby Union, Sports
The three-match women’s rugby union 10s series in the Rarotonga Club 15s competition kicked off last Saturday with two teams battling for top honours.
