Rugby Union
Crotty's attack skills 'outstanding'
Wednesday 23 August 2017 | Published in Rugby Union
Assistant coach Ian Foster says midfielder Ryan Crotty’s attacking abilities should be given the recognition they deserve after an “outstanding” performance against the Wallabies.
Rough ride for Cowboys out west
Tuesday 22 August 2017 | Published in Rugby Union
The Tupapa Panthers remain the class of the rugby competition after their backs lit up a tough Arorangi Cowboys side to the tune of 23-11 on Saturday.
Reds come back to slay Dragons
Monday 21 August 2017 | Published in Rugby Union
The Takuvaine Reds once again showed they are a side to be reckoned with in their comprehensive 52-23 win against the Ngatangiia Dragons in the Bond Store game of the week.
Cooks on Fiji 7s invite list
Monday 21 August 2017 | Published in Rugby Union
The Cook Islands have been invited to an international 7s tournament in November, according to various Fijian news sources.
Hopes hang on game of the week
Monday 21 August 2017 | Published in Rugby Union
With only three weeks left in the Rarotonga rugby XVs tournament, an ill-timed loss could sink one team’s playoff hopes.
CIRU agrees to U20 tournament
Friday 18 August 2017 | Published in Rugby Union
The Cook Islands Rugby Union has agreed to host an Under 20s tournament later this year.
Youngsters learn rugby skills
Friday 18 August 2017 | Published in Rugby Union
This Saturday will see the second Get into Rugby (GIR) programme at Ngatangiia Field.
College players in line for NZ team
Thursday 17 August 2017 | Published in Rugby Union
Two Cook Islanders are in line to represent Canterbury Country U18s, thanks to their rugby exploits at Rangiora High School in North Canterbury, New Zealand.
Tahiti cops complaint over game
Thursday 17 August 2017 | Published in Rugby Union
The Cook Islands Rugby Union has made an official complaint to Oceania Rugby and the Tahiti Rugby Union regarding ineligible players that were used in the controversial 13-9 loss the Cook Islands suffered on Constitution Day.
Advice to Wallabies: 'Tackle and tackle again'
Thursday 17 August 2017 | Published in Rugby Union
A new book about the 1969 rugby league grand final between Balmain and South Sydney should be required reading for the Wallabies as they head into the opening Bledisloe Cup Test against the All Blacks in Sydney on Saturday night.
Hurricanes face uncertainty over Savea
Wednesday 16 August 2017 | Published in Rugby Union
Julian Savea’s future at the Hurricanes is uncertain.
Eels well placed to win rugby title
Monday 14 August 2017 | Published in Rugby Union
Avatiu/Nikao have cemented themselves as the front runners for title contention in the rugby competition after battling a tough Arorangi side for a 21-10 victory.
Rugby 7s in bid to repeat feat of 2016
Monday 14 August 2017 | Published in Rugby Union
Cook Islands Rugby 7’s will be looking to replicate the success of 2016 at the annual Oceania 7’s qualifiers held in Suva, Fiji.
Eels and Cowboys clash at Arorangi
Monday 14 August 2017 | Published in Rugby Union
Senior A Grade rivals the Arorangi Cowboys & Avatiu/Nikao Eels meet for this Saturday’s game of the week at the Arorangi Field at 4pm.
Messam to lead star 7s team
Friday 11 August 2017 | Published in Rugby Union
A star-studded team championed by Chiefs and All Blacks player Liam Messam will be a star attraction in this year’s Rarotonga Rugby 7s tournament.
Cowboys victorious over Bulls
Friday 11 August 2017 | Published in Rugby Union
The Arorangi Cowboys were triumphant yesterday over the Titikaveka Bulls, winning 15-8 after leading at half time.
Fullback shortage raises questions
Friday 11 August 2017 | Published in Rugby Union
With Ben Smith taking a mid-tournament sabbatical and Jordie Barrett now ruled out for the remainder of the season due to a shoulder injury, there is a genuine sense of where to next for the All Blacks at fullback.
Bulls set to charge into action today
Wednesday 9 August 2017 | Published in Rugby Union
The Titikaveka Bulls will be raring to go this afternoon as they host the Arorangi Bulls at 4.15 in their first match of this month.
Rugby players branded 'cowards'
Wednesday 9 August 2017 | Published in Rugby Union
A former Cook Islands rugby captain and coach has called out those who decided against representing their country in Friday’s test match against Tahiti, branding them “cowards”.
Panthers are still on form
Tuesday 8 August 2017 | Published in Rugby Union
The Tupapa Panthers continued their great form on Saturday with a smashing victory over Ngatangiia Dragons by 48-5 at Tupapa Field.