Sports
Young swimmers create ripples at annual meet
Saturday 25 March 2023 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Education, National, Sports, Swimming
A good crowd of excited parents cheered their kids on at the second and final day of the Rarotonga Primary Schools Kau Competition yesterday.
Aitutaki Marathon epitomises Kia Orana spirit
Saturday 25 March 2023 | Written by Supplied | Published in Other Sports, Sports
Aitutaki aroa and the Kia Orana spirit was the magic that carried 29 runners across possibly one of the hottest marathon courses on the running calendar at the 2023 BSP Aitutaki Marathon.
Students make a splash at Junior Paddling Regatta
Saturday 25 March 2023 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Paddling, Sports
After a lapse of three years, this year’s Vaka Iti drew over 300 students from the schools of Nukutere College, Te Uki Ou Year 9, Imanuela Akatemia, Papaaroa Adventist, Titikaveka College and Tereora College Year 9, 10 and 11.
Women’s match time increases
Friday 24 March 2023 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in League, Sports
Match time in women’s rugby league competition will increase by 10 minutes each half when round two gets underway this afternoon.
Young paddlers ready for Vaka Iti Junior Paddling Regatta
Thursday 23 March 2023 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Paddling, Sports
Around 300 to 400 students will be part of the Vaka Iti – Junior Paddling Regatta tomorrow at Nikao Beach.
GAT, Nukz Power reign supreme
Wednesday 22 March 2023 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in Sports, Touch Rugby
The Cook Islands Touch Association weekly open men’s and women’s competition wrapped up on Monday afternoon at the National Stadium in Nikao with teams vying for top spots displaying dazzling skills to outwit each other.
Female triathletes gear up for annual challenge
Wednesday 22 March 2023 | Written by Supplied | Published in National, Sports, Triathlon
Cook Islands Triathlon Association is looking forward to the annual BSP Women’s Triathlon Competition which will be held this coming Saturday, March 18, at the Enua Manea Hall in Tikioki.
Panthers coach downplays impressive win
Tuesday 21 March 2023 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in Local, Rugby league, Sports
Tupapa Panthers remain humble and focussed on what’s ahead following a blistering performance in Rarotonga on the weekend.
Touch to hold opens finale
Monday 20 March 2023 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in Sports, Touch Rugby
Cook Islands Touch Association will this afternoon hold the finals in the open men and women’s categories at the National Stadium in Nikao.
Tupapa Panthers end Avatiu Nikao Eels’ unbeaten run
Monday 20 March 2023 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in Rugby league, Sports
Tupapa Panthers on Saturday ended Avatiu Nikao Eels’ unbeaten run in the Cook Islands Rugby League 13s competition after a superb 34-12 win at Victoria Park.
Panthers after Eels’ winning streak
Saturday 18 March 2023 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in Rugby league, Sports
Defending champions Tupapa Panthers will be hoping to end Avatiu Nikao Eels’ unbeaten run in the Cook Islands Rugby League 13s competition this afternoon at Victoria Park.
Stage set for Pursuit in Paradise
Saturday 18 March 2023 | Written by Supplied | Published in Running, Sports
Numbers for next week’s BSP Aitutaki Marathon are small but international participants say the intimate event is exactly what has drawn them to run in paradise.
Cook Islands Football Association leadership dispute lands in court
Friday 17 March 2023 | Written by Matthew Littlewood | Published in Court, Football, National, Sports
The Cook Islands Football Association (CIFA) leadership dispute has landed in Court, with ‘dismissed’ president Tiraa Arere filing for an immediate interim order to restore him to the top role.
Lady Bears to host Lady Eels
Friday 17 March 2023 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in Rugby league, Sports
An exciting battle is expected this afternoon when Lady Bears take on Lady Eels in the final match of round one in Cook Islands women’s rugby league competition.
Beach netball fundraiser postponed
Thursday 16 March 2023 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Netball, Sports
Due to unforeseen circumstances, the “Shoot your Shot – Beach Netball” fundraiser by the Netball and Basketball Cook Islands sports codes which was scheduled to take place this Saturday has now been postponed to April 1.
Glenn inspires future league stars
Thursday 16 March 2023 | Written by Supplied | Published in League, Sports
Former Broncos and Cook Islands captain Alex Glenn is using his story of success to give back to the next generation, heading up the new Broncos Multicultural Youth Leadership Programme.
Touch playoffs heat up
Wednesday 15 March 2023 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in Sports, Touch Rugby
The Cook Islands Touch weekly competition will today continue in the men’s and women’s opens category.
Avatiu Eels and Lady Panthers emerge top contenders after R1
Tuesday 14 March 2023 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in Rugby league, Sports
Avatiu Nikao Eels and Lady Panthers have emerged top bets after round one of the Cook Islands Rugby League 13s competition.
Hendersons ‘never say never’
Monday 13 March 2023 | Written by Supplied | Published in Sports, Triathlon
For seasoned triathletes Kevin and Thomas Henderson the recent Ironman Taupo saw the pair finally both complete the famous race.
Touch enters Open playoffs
Monday 13 March 2023 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in Sports, Touch Rugby
The Cook Islands Touch weekly competition will today hold the playoffs in the men’s and women’s opens category.