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Sports
Rarotonga to host OFC Qualifiers
The Cook Islands Football Association (CIFA) is gearing up to host one of the most exciting football events of the year – the 2025 OFC Men’s Champions League Qualifying Stage.
Tennis Cook Islands squad ready to serve at East Pacific Regional Championships
A determined squad of 13 players from Tennis Cook Islands departed for Apia, Samoa, yesterday to compete in the highly anticipated East Pacific Regional Championships (EPRC).
Cook Islands Football appoints goalkeeping development officer
In the world of football, the role of a goalkeeper often goes beyond the field – it’s a position that shapes the game’s very spirit.
Reel fun in the sun: Atiu Easter Fishing Competition a success
The Atiu Easter Fishing Competition hosted by the Atiu branch of Kōrero o te ‘Ōrau’s ‘Ātui’anga ki te Tango (AKTT) programme drew fantastic support from the community.
Youngsters ready for East Pacific challenge
Fourteen young Cook Islands tennis players will be representing the country at the East Pacific Qualifiers in Tahiti from April 8 to 13.
Lindsay appointed to World Netball Strategic Development Fund Panel
Netball Cook Islands (NCI) executive board member Jason Lindsay has been appointed to the Strategic Development Fund Panel for World Netball members.
Bounty Spikers dominate Easter Volleyball Competition
The Cook Islands Volleyball Federation Easter Games saw tremendous success with 24 teams fiercely competing for the top prize on Easter Monday.
Warriors topple reigning champions, Nukz Power retain women’s crown
A new champion was crowned in the Cook Islands Touch Association men’s competition while Nukz Power retained the women’s title at the finals on Monday.
Island lure lands winning yellowfin tuna for Piniata
Katoa Piniata from the Game Fishing Rarotonga charters took out both the heaviest fish and heaviest aggregate cash prizes of $1500 combined at the annual Bank of the South Pacific (BSP) Easter Fishing Competition.
Tennis aims to serve up interest
As a pathway to increasing the interest of tennis among the younger generation, Tennis Cook Islands, through the support of ANZ Bank, has been hosting school programmes for primary school students in Rarotonga.
GAT, set and going for title
The Cook Islands Touch Association’s open competition final fixtures are complete, with GAT ready to defend their men’s title.
Contenders clash for title
The 2024 Cook Islands Rugby League season unveils its contenders, with each team eyeing the coveted title with fierce determination.
Touch finals set for Easter Monday
Three finalists have been confirmed for next week’s Cook Islands Touch Association Open Competition showdown.
Apii Avarua and Nukutere College crowned champions in CIFA Schools Competition
Apii Avarua and Nukutere College were crowned the champions in the annual Cook Islands Football Association schools competition for students in year 7 and 8.
Cook Islands secure narrow victory vs Tonga to end campaign on a high
Cook Islands held on to clinch a narrow 1-0 victory against hosts Tonga in a tight final match at the OFC Men’s Nations Cup 2024 – Qualifying yesterday.
Cook Islands athletes depart for World Cross Country Championships
Athletics Cook Islands will have two athletes participating in the World Athletics Cross Country Championship in Belgrade, Serbia, Europe this weekend.
Panthers and Eels reign supreme
Round two of the Cook Islands Rugby League Rarotonga 13s competition started with a big bang as the Tupapa Panthers found their redemption against the Titikaveka Bulldogs on Friday at Aretere Park.
Adrianna storms to victory at BSP Women’s Triathlon
The Cook Islands Triathlon Association held the very popular BSP Women’s Triathlon on Saturday.
Defending champs seek redemption
As the titans of the Cook Islands Rugby League Rarotonga 13s competition clash once again, anticipation is at fever pitch for another thrilling weekend of matches.
Last-gasp goal crushes Cooks’ Nations Cup dreams
A stunning free-kick just minutes from full-time has ensured that Samoa will take their place at the OFC Men’s Nations Cup 2024 in June.
Redemption or repeat?: Panthers face off against Bulldogs again
In a highly anticipated clash in the Cook Islands Rugby League Rarotonga 13s premier men’s competition this afternoon, Tupapa Panthers are gearing up to face off against Titikaveka Bulldogs at Aretere Park in Avatiu.
Annual School Tournament enters fourth week
The Annual School Tournament, held every week, enters its fourth week tomorrow at the CIFA Complex in Matavera.
