Sports
Rising stars and legends honoured at 2024 Cook Islands Rugby Awards
Tuesday 3 September 2024 | Written by Solomone Taukei | Published in Rugby Union, Sports
The 2024 Cook Islands Rugby Union Awards Night held at the Aroa Nui Hall in Arorangi on Saturday night was a remarkable celebration of talent, dedication and sportsmanship across junior and senior divisions.
Cook Islands eyes World Cup debut
Monday 2 September 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Football, Sports
Cook Islands national men’s football team is in Apia, Samoa, for the FIFA World Cup 2026 Qualifiers from September 6-9, 2024.
Cook Islands Rugby Union honours legends
Saturday 31 August 2024 | Written by Solomone Taukei | Published in Rugby Union, Sports
Cook Islands Rugby Union (CIRU) is proud to induct several remarkable individuals and a historic team into its Hall of Fame, recognising their exceptional contributions to rugby and the nation over the past 30 to 50 years.
Harmon refuses to pay $50k fine after appeal against football ban ‘dismissed’
Saturday 31 August 2024 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Football, Sports
The worldwide ban on all football-related activities imposed on former Cook Islands Football Association president Lee Harmon will continue to apply past its date of expiry until the fine and costs of over $100,000 are paid in full.
Top of the table clash as Tupapa takes on Matavera-Ngatangiia
Saturday 31 August 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Football, Sports
This week marks the start of the second phase of the 2024 Rarotonga Round Cup Competition, with critical matches poised to shake up the standings.
CIRU gears up for Awards Night
Friday 30 August 2024 | Written by Solomone Taukei | Published in Rugby Union, Sports
The Cook Islands Rugby Union (CIRU) is gearing up for a fantastic conclusion to their 2024 season with an exciting Awards Ceremony to be held this weekend.
Tupapa Panthers claim women’s rugby union title
Thursday 29 August 2024 | Written by Solomone Taukei | Published in Rugby Union, Sports
Tupapa Panthers claimed the Cook Islands Rugby Union women’s title after beating Arorangi Bears in the final at Teimurimotia Park in Titikaveka last Saturday.
Titikaveka and Puaikura go head-to-head in second meet
Thursday 29 August 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Football, Sports
In the much-anticipated Rarotonga Football Season round six matchups at the CIFA Complex, Titikaveka and Puaikura will face off in a series of crucial encounters across multiple divisions.
Island teams prepare for Cook Islands Games
Thursday 29 August 2024 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in National, Other Sports, Outer Islands, Sports
Island teams have started fundraising for the Cook Islands Games that will be held from October 4–19, 2024.
Exciting clashes loom as Rarotonga football season enters round six
Wednesday 28 August 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Football, Sports
As the Rarotonga football season reaches round six, excitement continues to build, with a new set of fixtures set to kick off today. Grassroots divisions will take centre stage starting at 4.15pm, promising an action-packed afternoon of young talent on display.
Electrifying Eels bring pride to community with clean sweep
Wednesday 28 August 2024 | Written by Solomone Taukei | Published in Rugby Union, Sports
The Avatiu Eels have made history with an extraordinary accomplishment, achieving a clean sweep in the 2024 rugby seasons across both league and union codes under the leadership of coach Clive Nicholas.
Fishing community reels in success
Wednesday 28 August 2024 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Fishing, Local, National, Sports
Rarotonga has retained the annual Gary Parlour Wahoo Fishing Competition, now in its 27th year, as well as the Goldy Goldie/Ms Ben Mahimahi Fishing Tournament over the weekend.
Round five delivers exciting matchups and surprises
Tuesday 27 August 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Football, Sports
Last weekend's round of matches in the 2024 Rarotonga Football Season featured thrilling games across all divisions.
‘Float like a butterfly sting like a bee’: Veteran boxers to inspire men of all ages at Fight Night
Tuesday 27 August 2024 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Boxing, Sports
Boxing fans on the island are eagerly awaiting the Cook Islands Boxing Association (CIBA) ‘Future Champions Fight Night’ this Friday, starting at 6pm, at the Tupapa Netball Domes.
Eels it! Avatiu crowned champions
Monday 26 August 2024 | Written by Solomone Taukei | Published in Rugby Union, Sports
In a thrilling 80-minute match that had fans on the edge of their seats, the Avatiu Eels emerged victorious over the Tupapa Panthers, clinching the 2024 Rarotonga Club 15s premiership title with a hard-fought 32-27 win on Saturday at Teimurimotia Park in Titikaveka. Solomone Taukei reports.
Fierce rivals set to battle for 15s title
Saturday 24 August 2024 | Written by Solomone Taukei | Published in Rugby Union, Sports
The 2024 Rarotonga Club 15s grand final is shaping up to be an unforgettable showdown between two of the country’s fiercest rugby rivals: the Tupapa Panthers and the Avatiu Nikao Eels at Teimurimotia Park this afternoon.
Football’s round one competition culminates with exciting fixtures
Saturday 24 August 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Football, Sports
As the first round of the 2024 Rarotonga Football Season draws to a close, today’s fixtures promise an exciting conclusion. Avatiu FC will host Titikaveka FC at Aretere Park while Puaikura FC and Matavera-Ngatangiia FC will face off at the CIFA Complex in Matavera.
Wahoo! Record-breaking field of anglers vie for Gary Parlour title
Saturday 24 August 2024 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Fishing, Sports
The first lines hit the water yesterday morning for the 27th edition of the legendary Gary Parlour “Wahoo” Game Fishing Tournament, poised to make history as a record 46 boats have registered for this event.
Nail-biting final looms
Friday 23 August 2024 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in Rugby Union, Sports
The Cook Islands Rugby Union Rarotonga Clubs 15s premier men’s final will be a ‘nail-biting affair’.
Cook Islands one win away from history
Friday 23 August 2024 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in Cricket, Sports
Cook Islands cricket men’s side is one win away from making history at the ICC East Asia Pacific Sub Regional Qualifier A tournament in Apia, Samoa.
