Rugby Union
It's the All Blacks all the way!
Friday 30 October 2015 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Rugby Union
As New Zealand and Australia prepare to lock horns in rugby’s biggest showpiece, local rugby pundits are expecting nothing less than a spectacle in the Rugby World Cup 2015 final tomorrow at 6am (CI time).
Shot in the arm for rugby
Thursday 29 October 2015 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Rugby Union
Development of rugby in the Cook Islands is set to receive a shot in the arm from a planned visit by an Oceania Rugby training coordinator.
Panthers continue strong running
Tuesday 27 October 2015 | Published in Rugby Union
Tupapa Panthers maintain the chase for the second Steinlager 7s tournament title after an impressive start over the weekend.
Sevens action will be intense
Tuesday 27 October 2015 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Rugby Union
The organisers are hoping for another dry day to set up a perfect battle in the second Steinlager 7s tournament which starts at Avatiu Field today.
All Blacks, Springboks picks their best
Friday 23 October 2015 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Rugby Union
New Zealand and South Africa are set to unleash their best in order to remain standing in 2015 Rugby World Cup (RWC) in England.
Panthers eye perfect hit-out
Thursday 22 October 2015 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Rugby Union
For top seed Tupapa Panthers, a win in the second Steinlager 7s tournament which kicks off this Saturday at Avatiu Field will be a bonus.
Sevens battle nears climax
Thursday 15 October 2015 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Rugby Union
Reigning 15s champions Takuvaine Reds have an easier draw in the final rounds of the Steinlager 7s tournament at the Happy Valley this weekend.
Rugby battle rages on in the rain
Monday 12 October 2015 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Rugby Union
Wet weather failed to mar the opening round of the Steinlager 7s tournament which kicked off at the Happy Field over the weekend.
Exciting rugby battle coming
Monday 12 October 2015 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Rugby Union
An exciting battle is expected in the opening round of the Steinlager 7s tournament which kicks off today at the Happy Valley.
Youngsters lose opener
Friday 9 October 2015 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Rugby Union
The local age group players were taught a rugby lesson on Wednesday afternoon after the visiting Mt Albert Grammar School (MAGS) ran a riot in the under-17 clash at Avatiu Field.
Sevens the new battle for rivals
Thursday 8 October 2015 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Rugby Union
The rivalry between neighbours Takuvaine TKV Reds and Avatiu Eels is not over yet and is set to continue for the next four weeks.
MAGS keen to repeat feat
Wednesday 7 October 2015 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Rugby Union
The visiting Mt Albert Grammar School (MAGS) rugby side from Auckland will be hoping to emulate the feat they achieved during their previous visit to the Cook Islands.
Reds celebrate success in style
Tuesday 6 October 2015 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Rugby Union
Takuvaine (TKV) Reds celebrated their two years of unbeaten runs in style at the team’s awards night on Saturday.
Red Devils hope for a win
Monday 5 October 2015 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Rugby Union
The Takuvaine Red Devils will be hoping to emulate the feat of the victorious TKV Reds rugby side in today’s feature football match against Puaikura.
Puaikura too good for Red Devils
Monday 5 October 2015 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Rugby Union
The cooking aroma for the Takuvaine Reds’ feast in the evening made many at the Happy Valley hungry except the Takuvaine Red Devils.
Grammar school side visiting Rarotonga
Monday 5 October 2015 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Rugby Union
The Cook Islands age group rugby side is set to get another quality hit out from the visiting under-17 Mt Albert Grammar School’s development team.
Rugby 15s season ends on a high
Tuesday 29 September 2015 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Rugby Union
After weeks of battle, only two teams remained to fight for the ultimate title in The Bond Store Rarotonga Rugby Club 15s competition.
Red army marches on undefeated
Monday 28 September 2015 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Rugby Union
It seemed like Avatiu Eels were going to be third time lucky in The Bond Store Rarotonga Rugby Club 15s Senior A competition.
Now or never for the Eels
Saturday 26 September 2015 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Rugby Union
It’s now or never for the Avatiu Eels when they take on defending champions Takuvaine Reds in The Bond Store Rarotonga Rugby Club 15s Senior A final this afternoon at the BCI Stadium in Nikao.
Eels, Bulls battle for U19 title
Friday 25 September 2015 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Rugby Union
They have their own score to settle. In the Toa Gas under-19 grade final, Titikaveka Bulls and Avatiu Eels will take centre stage today to determine the better of the two in the 2015 season.