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Sports
Aitutaki Liftoff 2024 Draws almost 100 athletes
The Aitutaki Liftoff (7 – 10 November) functional fitness sports event drew a record number of almost 100 local and international athletes.
Cooks 7s team prepare for Oceania Comp
Cook Islands national 7s team are now in the red zone as they physically and psychologically prepare for the Oceania Rugby 7’s in Honiara, Solomon Islands on December 7.
‘Thrilling’ Beach Handball pre-comp enters final round
The Beach Handball pre-competition is now in its fifth and final preliminary round, setting the stage for an exhilarating conclusion.
Cook Islands eyes playoff spot at OFC U16 Men’s Championship
Cook Islands U16 football team is aiming for a top two finish in the preliminary rounds where it will face Vanuatu, Fiji and New Zealand at the OFC U16 Men’s Championship in Tahiti this month.
Residents coach Nicholas builds for future with young guns for Cook Islands Tri-Series
Cook Islands Residents coach Clive Nicholas has named a youthful squad for the 2024 Cook Islands Rugby League Tri-Series to be held on the Gold Coast, Australia, in September.
Panthers and Eels secure wins
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
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.
Double gold for junior tennis
The Cook Islands Junior Tennis team had a standout performance at the 2024 Pacific Oceania Junior Championships held in Fiji this week, earning gold and silver medals.
Logan breaks half marathon record
Local pilot Andrew Logan has set a new Cook Islands record at the 2024 Oceania Half Marathon event in the Gold Coast, Australia this week.
Cook Islands sets sights on bringing Traditional Polynesian Games home
Cook Islands’ participation at the Heiva Tū’aro Mā’ohi traditional games in Tahiti has sparked interest in bringing similar events to the country and potentially boosting tourism.
Dual heritage, one dream: Teremoana carries Cook Islands pride in Aussie boxing team
Two Cook Islanders are part of the Australian boxing team competing at the 2024 Summer Olympics scheduled to take place from July 26 to August 11, 2024, in Paris, France.
Premier men’s teams sharpen tactics for 2024 Rarotonga Football Season
The 2024 Rarotonga Football Season which is set to kick off in three weeks is gearing up to be an exciting and competitive event.
Team Cook Islands ready for fruit-carrying race at Traditional Games in Tahiti
The Cook Islands Tu’aro Mā’ohi Traditional Games representatives in Tahiti are geared up for their first competition today in the timau ra’au (fruit carrier race).
Beddoes heads to Olympics
Cook Islands middle distance champion Alex Beddoes will be heading to Paris for the 2024 Summer Olympic Games after making the cut through universality quota.
Taea dominates 2024 Cook Islands Women’s Rugby League Awards
Former national sprinter Patricia (Patty) Taea dominated the Cook Islands Women’s Rugby League 2024 season, winning three awards including MVP and solidifying her status as the top player.
Cook Islands cyclists conquer brutal 100km challenge
The nation’s strongest and quickest cyclists took to the roads last Friday’s public holiday to participate in one of the Cook Island Triathlon Association’s flagship events, the BSP 100km cycle race.
Cook Islands thrilled to participate in traditional sports in Tahiti
Cook Islands representatives participating in the Heiva Tū’aro Mā’ohi traditional sports in Tahiti later this week are “thrilled” to be part of the unique event.
Bears, Eels off to flying start
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
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.
Bradlee Anae living his dream as NFL player in America
Bradlee Joseph Ioane Anae is living his dream.
Titikaveka Pearls triumph in netball finale
Titikaveka Pearls are 2024 netball Cook Islands Premiership winners after taking down Tupapa 41-30 on Thursday night.
Tupapa and Titikaveka claim final netball spots
Titikaveka Pearls will face Tupapa at the Netball Cook Islands Premiership finals today after defeating Arorangi 61-51 in the semi-final match on Tuesday.
