Sports
Cook Islands rugby league players get a taste of Fijian politics
Tuesday 22 October 2024 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Fiji, Regional, Rugby league, Sports
The Cook Islands rugby league teams in Fiji for the Pacific Championships Men’s and Women’s tournaments this Friday took a break from the field yesterday to visit the Parliament of Fiji in Suva.
Thrilling finals at Cook Islands Games
Monday 21 October 2024 | Written by Solomone Taukei | Published in Netball, Sports
The 2024 Cook Islands Games concluded last Saturday, wrapping up with several exciting final matches across different sports codes.
CI Games conclude in spectacular fashion
Monday 21 October 2024 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Other Sports, Sports
The brilliant display of fireworks celebrated the closing ceremony of the third Cook Islands Games after two weeks of absolutely enjoyable, intense and competitive sport events.
Team Mangaia defends Cook Islands Games open division title: Tactical genius secures victory
Monday 21 October 2024 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Other Sports, Sports
Mangaia has once again demonstrated its athletic prowess by successfully defending the Cook Islands Games Open division trophy, solidifying its reputation as a force to be reckoned with in the sporting arena.
Aitutaki women clinch back-to-back cricket gold
Saturday 19 October 2024 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Cricket, Sports
The Aitutaki Cricket Women’s “Golden Girls” team has once again claimed victory at the Cook Islands Games, successfully defending their champion title. Aitutaki players were jubilant and excited having fought hard on the cricket ground yesterday in a thrilling final against Atiu, at the Turangi Oval. Leanne Kiria-Browne, captain of the Aitutaki women, was overjoyed […]
Excitement builds for the Cook Islands Games Football finals
Saturday 19 October 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Football, Sports
The countdown is on! Today, the CIFA Complex in Matavera will host the much-anticipated finals of the Cook Islands Games Football Competition 2024, kicking off at 9am.
Northern Group islands dominate Cook Islands Games boxing event
Saturday 19 October 2024 | Written by Talaia Mika | Published in Boxing, Sports
The three-day boxing tournament as part of the Cook Islands Games this week wrapped up with a bang, with the Cook Islands Boxing Federation (CIBF) seeing so much potential in the local talents.
Rau-Heather’s five-star performance
Friday 18 October 2024 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Athletics, Badminton, Football, Sports
Sixteen-year-old Zarrian Daniel Rau-Heather is one of the top-performing young athletes to have emerged from the 2024 Cook Islands Games, winning five gold medals in the open’s division.
Mitiaro shines in touch comp
Thursday 17 October 2024 | Written by Solomone Taukei | Published in Sports, Touch Rugby
Mitiaro emerged as the dominant force in the Cook Islands Games (CIG) touch rugby finals, showcasing their talent across multiple divisions.
Rarotonga dominates badminton at Cook Islands Games
Thursday 17 October 2024 | Written by Solomone Taukei | Published in Badminton, Sports
Rarotonga emerged as the top-performing island team in the Cook Islands Games 2024 badminton events, securing the most medals and demonstrating their strength across various categories.
Cook Islands Weightlifting builds for future
Thursday 17 October 2024 | Written by Talaia Mika | Published in Other Sports, Sports
Cook Islands Weightlifting Federation (CIWF) used the 2024 Cook Islands Games as a platform to build towards the 2029 Pacific Mini Games to be hosted in Rarotonga.
Nicholas takes charge of Cook Islands 7s
Wednesday 16 October 2024 | Written by Talaia Mika | Published in Rugby Union, Sports
Former Cook Islands rugby star player and Avatiu Nikao Eels coach, Clive Nicholas, has been appointed as the new head coach of the national rugby 7s team.
Young athletes break national records at Cook Islands Games
Wednesday 16 October 2024 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Athletics, Cook Islands Games, Sports
New athletics records were set in the field events at the Cook Islands Games 2024 last week.
Team Aitutaki maintains lead as Cook Islands Games heat up
Wednesday 16 October 2024 | Written by Solomone Taukei | Published in Cook Islands Games, Sports, Volleyball
Aitutaki has emerged as the leader in the 2024 Cook Islands Games, topping the points table with a total of 158 points, as of yesterday.
Cloud nine: Teenage sensation Akava shines at Cook Islands Games
Wednesday 16 October 2024 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Cook Islands Games, Sports
At just 16, delightful Emii Akava has emerged as outstanding talent at the 2024 Cook Islands Games, displaying her exceptional skills across multiple sports.
Panthers fall short in Papeete 7s final, gain valuable experience
Tuesday 15 October 2024 | Written by Solomone Taukei | Published in Rugby Union, Sports
The Tupapa Panthers showcased a strong performance at the Papeete 7s in French Polynesia, displaying skill and determination throughout the tournament.
Cook Islands set to host Oceania football tournaments
Tuesday 15 October 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Football, Sports
Cook Islands is excited to announce its return as a host for the Oceania Football Confederation (OFC) tournaments, marking the first time since 2016.
Exciting action continues in second week of Cook Islands Games
Tuesday 15 October 2024 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in Badminton, Cricket, Other Sports, Sports
The second and final week of the 2024 Cook Islands Games got off to a great start with the beach volleyball competition at the National Beach Courts in Nikao yesterday.
Island pride soars in ocean races
Tuesday 15 October 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Paddling, Sports
Oe vaka wrapped up its Cook Islands Games events on Saturday with hordes of paddlers racing their hearts out in the ocean races (V6 marathon) for island pride.
Willison, Teague among emerging NRL talent in Cook Islands squad
Monday 14 October 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in League, Sports
Powerful Broncos forward Xavier Willison and promising Dolphins utility Mason Teague are among the emerging NRL talent in the Cook Islands squad in the Pacific Championships.
