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Cook Islands volleyball team gains valuable experience

Despite the results, the Matariki Volleyball Cup 2024 campaign was a great success for Team Cook Islands.

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Cook Islands hold top 10 spot

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.

Tupapa-Maraerenga FC creates history

The final match of the 2024 CIFA Knockout Competition, played on Wednesday, was the perfect conclusion to an action-packed season, as Tupapa-Maraerenga Football Club and Nikao Sokattak Football Club clashed in one of the most intense and dramatic Premier Men's games seen in recent years.

Football


A new era for women’s rugby league

The world of rugby league has seen a significant growth and recognition for female athletes, highlighting their skill, determination and passion for the game.

Rugby league


Next generation of stars shine at CIFA Grassroots finals

The 2024 CIFA Knockouts Competition came to an exciting close with an action-packed day at the CIFA Complex, where the grassroots football teams from across the island faced off in the highly anticipated finals.

Football


Cook Islands Rugby Union hosts ‘She’s a Ruckstar’ Christmas beach rugby festival

The Cook Islands Rugby Union (CIRU) is hosting the ‘She’s A Ruckstar’ Christmas beach rugby fun festival for girls to provide a safe and fun learning space to start their rugby journey in a less intimidating environment.

Rugby Union


Teremoana: ‘I’m going to be the greatest heavyweight of this generation’

Cook Islander Teremoana Junior Teremoana made his professional return on Saturday, December 14, with a first-round technical knockout win over Ukrainian boxer Volodymyr Katsuk.

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Story sets new national swimming record

Cook Islands swimmer Jacob Story represented the country with pride and determination at the World Aquatics Swimming Championships in Budapest over the weekend.

Sports


Sailing club celebrates strong finish

The Rarotonga Sailing Club hosted the National Championships for the Optimist class and Optimist ‘Jellybeans’ class in Muri Lagoon earlier this month.

Sailing


CIFA Knock-Outs reach climax

The stage is set for a thrilling day of football action as the 2024 CIFA Knock-Outs competition reaches its conclusion today at the CIFA Complex in Matavera.

Football


BMX enthusiast pushes for skate park

Dedicated BMX enthusiast Cook Islander Tony Takurua whose passion for the sport extends beyond his personal pursuits is on a mission to advocate for the construction of a skate park.

Cycling


Swimmers dazzle at World Championships

The Cook Islands team made a significant splash on the second day of the World Aquatics Swimming Championships in Budapest, showcasing the talents of their promising athletes: Mia Laban, Lanihei Connolly, and Jacob Story.

Sports


Cook Islands Rugby Union pilots healthy living programme to combat NCDs

About 50 students of Apii Arorangi participated in a three-week pilot healthy living programme organised by the Cook Islands Rugby Union, which entailed progressive activity built into a tournament.

Health


Cook Islands swimmer breaks personal record in World Championship debut

A Cook Islands swimmer made history by setting a personal best in the 100-metre backstroke at the World Swimming Championships in Budapest.

Sports


Grassroots teams battle for glory in 2024 CIFA Knock-Outs finals

Today marks an exciting milestone in the 2024 CIFA Knock-Outs Competition as the grassroots teams step into the spotlight for the finals.

Football


Netball in Paradise tourney ends with grand celebration

The Netball in Paradise tournament concluded with a memorable awards night at the Islander Hotel and Restaurant on Friday last week, marking a grand celebration of netball in Rarotonga.

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Movember ride raises $2000 for men’s health

Cook Islands Triathlon Association held its annual community Movember rides last month to promote men’s health.

Sports


Rangi named on New Zealand Rugby Board

A Cook Islands accountant and former public servant has been selected to join the nine-member decision-making table of New Zealand Rugby.

Rugby Union


Cooks volleyball team compete in Matariki Cup Comp

Cook Islands National Volleyball mens and womens teams left for Tahiti in the weekend to compete in the Matariki Cup Challenge against Aotearoa Māori Poirewa and Volleyball Tahiti from December 9 to 14.

Sports


Vaine, Manatoa 7s finish 5th, 6th at Oceania Rugby

Cook Islands Vaine 7s and Manatoa 7s team have been congratulated for their performance at the recent Oceania 7s Championship that was held in Honiara, Solomon Islands.

Rugby Union

2024 CIFA Knock-Out Comp set for action today

The much-anticipated semi-finals of the 2024 CIFA Knock-Out competition have arrived, promising an exciting day of football as teams from across the island vie for a coveted spot in the finals.

Football


Cooks 7s team determined to make their mark at Oceania tournament

Cook Islands Sevens men’s team carries the hopes of the nation as they head into the Oceania Rugby tournament determined to make their mark on the regional stage.

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