Rugby league
From setbacks to glory: Eels coach Nicholas shares story of resilience
Saturday 18 May 2024 | Written by Solomone Taukei | Published in Features, National, Rugby league, Sports, Weekend
In the world of sports, overcoming adversity is often the key to triumph. The victorious Avatiu Nikao Eels coach Clive Nicholas embodies this principle, sharing his story of how they navigated the challenging yet rewarding 2024 Cook Islands Rugby League season. Solomone Taukei reports.
Eels, Lady Panthers crowned Rarotonga 13s champions
Monday 13 May 2024 | Written by Solomone Taukei | Published in Rugby league, Sports
The Cook Islands Rugby League season reached an electrifying climax as spectators were treated to a spectacle of intense matches in the Rarotonga 13s competition finals that kept them on the edge of their seats and unveiled new champions in premier men’s and senior women’s grades.
Panthers chase rare double
Saturday 11 May 2024 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Rugby league, Sports
Tupapa Panthers are going for a rare double in the Cook Islands Rugby League Rarotonga 13s competition but standing in their way are the mighty Avatiu Nikao Eels and Arorangi Bears.
Eels and Lady Bears march on
Monday 6 May 2024 | Written by Solomone Taukei | Published in Rugby league, Sports
Avatiu Nikao Eels and Lady Bears are through to the Cook Islands Rugby League Rarotonga 13s competition finals after hard fought wins in the semifinals on Saturday.
Battle of the season: Bears and Eels clash for the grand final spot
Saturday 4 May 2024 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Rugby league, Sports
The Cook Islands Rugby League Rarotonga 13s competition premier men’s semifinal between defending champions Arorangi Bears and Minor Premiership holders Avatiu Nikao Eels promises to be an exciting and intense clash.
Lady Bulldogs ready for challenge
Friday 3 May 2024 | Written by Solomone Taukei | Published in Rugby league, Sports
As the Cook Islands Rugby League Rarotonga 13s competition enters its final knockout rounds at the National Stadium this Saturday, the pressure in the air is intense.
Unstoppable Panthers in finals
Monday 29 April 2024 | Written by Solomone Taukei | Published in Rugby league, Sports
The Cook Islands Rugby League (CIRL) Rarotonga 13s competition knockout round on Saturday delivered a thrilling display of athleticism, strategy, and sheer determination, with the Tupapa Panthers asserting their dominance in both the men’s and women’s divisions.
Do or die for Bears, Sea Eagles
Saturday 27 April 2024 | Written by Solomone Taukei | Published in Rugby league, Sports
Excitement is brewing as the Cook Islands Rugby League Rarotonga 13s competition playoffs are set to kick off today from 1.30pm at the National Stadium in Nikao.
Playoffs set for thrilling battles
Friday 26 April 2024 | Written by Solomone Taukei | Published in Rugby league, Sports
The Cook Islands Rugby League Rarotonga 13s competition enters knockout rounds this weekend as teams battle for a spot in the finals.
Eels retain Minor Premiership title
Monday 22 April 2024 | Written by Solomone Taukei | Published in Rugby league, Sports
The final weekly rounds of the Cook Islands Rugby League Rarotonga 13s competition have concluded with a flourish, leaving fans electrified as the top four premier men’s teams solidified their positions for the upcoming playoff rounds.
Panthers lead tight race, Eels face Sea Eagles in crucial match
Saturday 20 April 2024 | Written by Solomone Taukei | Published in League, Rugby league, Sports
As the Cook Islands Rugby League season draws to a close, teams are racing to the top four of the points table. Each team has only one game left, and the premiership race is becoming increasingly competitive in these last rounds.
Sea Eagles soar to dramatic draw
Monday 15 April 2024 | Written by Solomone Taukei | Published in Rugby league, Sports
The week nine of Cook Islands Rugby League Rarotonga 13s competition brought intense clashes and thrilling moments as teams battled it out for crucial wins, aiming to solidify their positions in the league table.
Panthers and Sea Eagles collide in crucial match
Saturday 13 April 2024 | Written by Solomone Taukei | Published in Rugby league, Sports
As rugby league enthusiasts gear up for another thrilling weekend of action, all eyes are on the premier men’s clash between the Tupapa Panthers and the Ngatangiia/Matavera Sea Eagles.
Panthers claw back against Eels
Monday 8 April 2024 | Written by Solomone Taukei | Published in Rugby league, Sports
Week eight of the Cook Islands Rugby League Rarotonga 13s competition witnessed thrilling matchups and surprising turnarounds as teams battled it out at Raemaru Park in Arorangi.
Rugby league fever returns!
Saturday 6 April 2024 | Written by Solomone Taukei | Published in Rugby league, Sports
The rugby league fever is about to hit Raemaru Park once again, and this weekend promises nothing short of excitement and thrill for fans and players alike.
Contenders clash for title
Thursday 28 March 2024 | Written by Solomone Taukei | Published in Rugby league, Sports
The 2024 Cook Islands Rugby League season unveils its contenders, with each team eyeing the coveted title with fierce determination.
Defending champs seek redemption
Saturday 23 March 2024 | Written by Solomone Taukei | Published in Rugby league, Sports
As the titans of the Cook Islands Rugby League Rarotonga 13s competition clash once again, anticipation is at fever pitch for another thrilling weekend of matches.
Sea Eagles and Panthers soar
Monday 18 March 2024 | Written by Solomone Taukei | Published in Rugby league, Sports
The Ngatangiia Matavera Sea Eagles and Tupapa Panthers won their respective premier men’s matches in week one of round two Cook Islands Rugby League Rarotonga 13s competition.
Rarotonga 13s comp heats up
Saturday 16 March 2024 | Written by Solomone Taukei | Published in Rugby league, Sports
As the Cook Islands Rugby League Rarotonga 13s season heats up, Victoria Park in Tupapa is set to host another round of thrilling matches this afternoon.
Eels maintain top spot after Round 1 comp
Friday 15 March 2024 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in Rugby league, Sports
Avatiu Nikao Eels finished round one of the Cook Islands Rugby League Rarotonga League 13s premier men’s competition on top.
