Rugby league
Bears win intense rugby league battle
Monday 24 February 2025 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Rugby league, Sports
The intense battle between the Arorangi Bears and the Avatiu Eels in week three of the Cook Islands Rugby League (CIRL) men’s premiership thrilled the good crowd of fans.
Unbeaten Bulldogs face tough test
Friday 21 February 2025 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Rugby league, Sports
The unbeaten Titikaveka Bulldogs are looking to extend their winning streak to three matches when they take on the Tupapa Panthers in week three of the Rarotonga League 13s competition this afternoon.
Defending champs Eels wary of Sea Eagles
Saturday 15 February 2025 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Rugby league, Sports
The domestic rugby league 13s defending champions, the Avatiu Nikao Eels are not taking their round two match against the Ngatangiia Matavera Sea Eagles this afternoon lightly, despite a stunning start to the season last weekend.
Defending champs Eels seek redemption
Saturday 8 February 2025 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Rugby league, Sports
Cook Islands Rugby League’s domestic 13s competition defending champions, the Avatiu Nikao Eels, will use their first match against the returning Takuvaine (TKV) Warriors at Nukupure Park in Ngatangiia to gauge their player combinations.
Bears rumble into 2025 season
Monday 3 February 2025 | Written by Nicolea Mateariki | Published in Rugby league, Sports
The Battle of Raemaru Rugby League Showdown was held on Saturday afternoon, allowing all past players and new recruits for the Arorangi Bears open men’s team to participate in a fun match of rugby league.
‘Electric atmosphere’ at Cook Islands League Nines despite technical glitches
Thursday 16 January 2025 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Rugby league, Sports
Following the successful hosting of the 9th League Nines in Paradise tournament last weekend, Cook Islands Rugby League has begun receiving interest for the 10th edition next year.
Tokoroa Pacific Sharks honour heritage at League Nines in Paradise
Tuesday 14 January 2025 | Written by Talaia Mika | Published in Rugby league, Sports
The Tokoroa Pacific Sharks may have finished as runners-up in the Cook Islands Rugby League Nines in Paradise tournament, but the team’s journey to the final was filled with lessons and pride.
Bears claim League 9s in Paradise title
Monday 13 January 2025 | Written by Talaia Mika | Published in Rugby league, Sports
Arorangi Bears have claimed the 2025 League 9s in Paradise tournament as they defeated Tokoroa Pacific Sharks 15-11 at the National Stadium on Saturday.
Youngsters learn from the best at Junior Rugby League Clinic
Saturday 11 January 2025 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Local, National, Rugby league, Sports
More than 100 children gathered at the National Stadium in Nikao yesterday to learn from the best of Cook Islands Rugby League international stars as part of the Cook Islands Athletic Development Junior Rugby League Clinic.
Technical difficulties disrupt Nines
Saturday 11 January 2025 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in Rugby league, Sports
The second day of the Cook Islands Rugby League Nines in Paradise tournament was cut short last night due to faulty stadium lights at Nikao.
Lady Panthers shock defending champs
Friday 10 January 2025 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Rugby league, Sports
The Lady Panthers are off to a flying start in the Cook Islands Rugby League Nines in Paradise tournament, having remained undefeated on day one at the National Stadium in Nikao yesterday.
Dark horses eyeing upset wins as Cook Islands Nines in Paradise kicks off
Thursday 9 January 2025 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in Rugby league, Sports
Two of the dark horses in the Cook Islands Rugby League Nines in Paradise tournament are hoping to give big guns in the men’s competition a good run for their money this weekend.
Lady Panthers part of 9s League competition
Wednesday 8 January 2025 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in Rugby league, Sports
Coach Wallace Aroita says he is looking forward to seeing Lady Panthers participate at this year’s 9s in Paradise Tournament.
Overseas teams join Rarotonga clubs in biggest ever League Nines in Paradise
Tuesday 7 January 2025 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Rugby league, Sports
The 2025 League Nines in Paradise is set to be the biggest event since its inception nine years ago, with nine men’s and five women’s teams from Cook Islands and New Zealand set to battle this week.
Moana trio join Warriors NRLW squad
Friday 27 December 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Rugby league, Sports
Three Cook Islands Moana internationals have been confirmed in the One New Zealand Warriors’ 2025 squad.
Cook Islands hold top 10 spot
Saturday 21 December 2024 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in Rugby league, Sports
The Cook Islands men’s and women’s rugby league teams are both ranked 10th in the latest International Rugby League world rankings released this week.
A new era for women’s rugby league
Thursday 19 December 2024 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Rugby league, Sports
The world of rugby league has seen a significant growth and recognition for female athletes, highlighting their skill, determination and passion for the game.
Iro inspires next generation
Monday 2 December 2024 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Rugby league, Sports
A young Cook Islander rugby league prodigy is making waves in the NRL, honouring his family’s legacy and inspiring the next generation of Cook Islands rugby league players.
Cook Islands ready for Fiji challenge
Friday 25 October 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Rugby league, Sports
Cook Islands rugby league men’s and women’s teams will take on the Fijians in the 2024 Pacific Championships in Suva, Fiji, tonight (Cook Islands time).
Nicholas names Cook Islands 7s training squad
Wednesday 23 October 2024 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Rugby league, Sports
The newly appointed Cook Islands rugby 7s head coach Clive Nicholas has selected his training squad for the 2024 Oceania Rugby 7s Championship to eb held in December.
