Rugby Union
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.
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’.
Rugby rivals set for epic showdown
Thursday 22 August 2024 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Rugby Union, Sports
Defending champions Tupapa Panthers are planning to execute all their moves from their trainings when they meet Avatiu Nikao Eels in what they expect to be a tough battle in Rarotonga Club 15s competition final this Saturday.
Panthers, Eels to clash in epic final rematch
Monday 19 August 2024 | Written by Solomone Taukei | Published in Rugby Union, Sports
In a repeat of last year’s Rarotonga Club 15s premier men’s final, defending champions Tupapa Panthers will take on arch rivals Avatiu Nikao Eels in the showdown this weekend.
Eels storm into final, Panthers take on Bears
Saturday 17 August 2024 | Written by Solomone Taukei | Published in Rugby Union, Sports
Avatiu Nikao Eels is through to the Rarotonga Club 15s premier men’s final after beating Titikaveka Bulldogs in the first semifinal yesterday afternoon.
Cooks crush Vanuatu in cricket opener!
Saturday 17 August 2024 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in Rugby Union, Sports
Cook Islands Cricket men’s team made a brilliant start to the ICC East Asia Pacific Sub Regional Qualifier A tournament in Apia, Samoa, yesterday.
Bulldogs aim major upset
Friday 16 August 2024 | Written by Solomone Taukei | Published in Rugby Union, Sports
The Cook Islands Rugby Union Rarotonga Club 15s competition heads into semifinals this weekend with Avatiu Nikao Eels taking on the Titikaveka Bulldogs this afternoon and defending champions Tupapa Panthers battling the Arorangi Bears tomorrow at Raemaru Park.
Panthers claw back to victory
Monday 12 August 2024 | Written by Solomone Taukei | Published in Rugby Union, Sports
Defending champions Tupapa Panthers remain in the hunt for top place finish in the Cook Islands Rugby Union Rarotonga Club 15s competition.
Eels smash Bulldogs, Panthers face Bears
Saturday 10 August 2024 | Written by Solomone Taukei | Published in Rugby Union, Sports
Avatiu Nikao Eels have cemented their top spot in the Cook Islands Rugby Union Rarotonga Club 15s competition after a comprehensive win over Titikaveka Bulldogs yesterday afternoon.
Eels and Bears set for epic clash in Raro Club 15s
Saturday 3 August 2024 | Written by Solomone Taukei | Published in Rugby Union, Sports
As the weekend approaches, rugby union enthusiasts are gearing up for a series of thrilling matches featuring both junior and premier teams.
Panthers face rising Bulldogs
Friday 2 August 2024 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in Rugby Union, Sports
The resurgent Tupapa Panthers will take on the rising Titikaveka Bulldogs in week five of the Cook Islands Rugby Union Rarotonga Club 15s competition at Victoria Park this afternoon.
Panthers end Eels’ unbeaten run
Monday 29 July 2024 | Written by Solomone Taukei | Published in Rugby Union, Sports
The week four Cook Islands Rugby Union Rarotonga Club 15s competition in Titikaveka provided rugby fans with thrilling action and unexpected results.
Unbeatens Eels face defending champs
Saturday 27 July 2024 | Written by Solomone Taukei | Published in Rugby Union, Sports
The second round of the Cook Islands Rugby Union Rarotonga Club 15s competition promises to be a cracker as the undefeated Avatiu Nikao Eels take on defending champions Tupapa Panthers at Teimurimotia Park this afternoon.
Lady Panthers win season opener
Wednesday 24 July 2024 | Written by Solomone Taukei | Published in Rugby Union, Sports
The Cook Islands Women’s Rugby Union season kicked off with a thrilling match between the Arorangi Lady Bears and the Tupapa Lady Panthers at Raemaru Park in Arorangi on Saturday.
Bears stun defending champions
Monday 22 July 2024 | Written by Solomone Taukei | Published in Rugby Union, Sports
The week three Cook Islands Rugby Union Rarotonga Club 15s competition saw thrilling matches and impressive displays of talent.
Panthers and Eels secure wins
Monday 15 July 2024 | Written by Solomone Taukei | Published in Rugby Union, Sports
The second week of the Cook Islands Rugby Union Rarotonga Club 15s competition saw an exciting set of matches in the premier men’s grade. Tupapa put on a powerful performance against Titikaveka, while Avatiu dominated Arorangi.
Rivalry heats up as Eels face Bears
Saturday 13 July 2024 | Written by Solomone Taukei | Published in Rugby Union, Sports
The Cook Island Rugby Union Premiership began with a dynamic start last week, setting the stage for an eagerly anticipated week two. Both Avatiu Nikao Eels and Arorangi Bears secured wins in their opening matches, and they are poised to come out strong and continue their early-season consistency when they meet this afternoon at Aretere Park in Avatiu.
Bears, Eels off to flying start
Monday 8 July 2024 | Written by Solomone Taukei | Published in Rugby Union, Sports
The Cook Island Rugby Union Premiership kicked off with thrilling performances from the Arorangi Bears, Titikaveka Bulldogs, Avatiu Eels, and Tupapa Panthers, with standout contributions from several players.
Raro 15s defending champs Panthers take on Eels today
Saturday 6 July 2024 | Written by Solomone Taukei | Published in Rugby Union, Sports
Rarotonga 15s defending champions Tupapa Panthers will face Avatiu Nikao today at the Tupapa field, showcasing what could be a replay of last year’s thrilling finish when the Panthers dethroned the Eels.
