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Sports
Panthers and Eels draw in thrilling clash
In a match that left fans on the edge of their seats, the Tupapa Maraerenga Panthers and the Avatiu Nikao Eels engaged in a spectacular and intense clash in the weekly rugby league competition, culminating in an exhilarating 24-all draw.
TKV Warriors ready to face Bears
The returning Takuvaine Warriors are ready to face the Arorangi Bears in week four of the Cook Islands Rugby League (CIRL) domestic 13s competition at Teimurimotia Park in Titikaveka this afternoon.
Love, laughter and tries on Valentine’s Day
The mixed touch rugby teams on game three of the 2024 Touch Rugby Competition turned up on Wednesday last week, featuring a mix of fun, love, and laughter.
Defending champs suffer second defeat
Avatiu Nikao Eels made a flying start to the 2024 Cook Islands Rugby League 13s competition, defeating the defending champions on Saturday.
Tupapa Maraerenga FC lose opener
Vaivase-Tai FC have powered their way past Tupapa Maraerenga FC in the opening match of the OFC Men’s Champions League – Qualifying in Tonga, scoring four unanswered goals to give them the perfect start in qualifying group.
Eels eyeing strong start
After claiming the League Nines in Paradise title last month, the Avatiu Nikao Eels are eyeing a positive start to their Cook Islands Rugby League 13s campaign when they take on arch rivals Arorangi Bears this afternoon.
Bulldogs bite back! Bulldogs bounce back with upset victory over Panthers
Titikaveka Bulldogs made a strong comeback in the Cook Islands Rugby League 13s competition yesterday, beating giants Tupapa Panthers 38-30 at Aretere Park in Avatiu.
Rugby league matches still on
Cook Islands Rugby League has confirmed that today and tomorrow's domestic 13s competition matches will continue.
Cook Islands swimmers set new national records
The Cook Islands swim team is making waves at the 2024 World Aquatics Championships in Doha, Qatar.
Development programme aims to prepare young women for contact sports
A 10-week under-16 and U18 girl’s rugby development programme has been organised to help boost and prepare young women for contact sports.
Nukz Power and GAT remain unbeaten in open Touch comp
Defending champions GAT and Nukz Power remain unbeaten after round one Cook Islands Touch Association open men’s and women’s competition.
Youngsters reel in fun and prizes at Tamariki Reef Fishing Competition
The popular Rarotonga 2024 Tamariki Reef Fishing Competition held last month saw 61 children between the ages of five and 14 years head out to sea, armed with their bamboo rods.
Hendersons conquer Coast to Coast
Another bucket list event was ticked off over the weekend by Cook Islands father and son duo, Kevin and Thomas Henderson, completing the two-day Kathmandu Coast to Coast in South Island, New Zealand.
Tupapa Panthers roar back
Former champions Tupapa Panthers premier men’s side sent a strong message to Cook Islands Rugby League 13s competition clubs after a convincing win in the opening round over the weekend.
Discipline tested in close Mixed Touch contest
Tempers flared in last Wednesday’s Cook Island Touch Association mixed competition match between defending champions 007 and Team Outlaws, held at the National Stadium in Nikao.
Lady Panthers ready for Bulldogs battle
Lady Panthers are keen to get back on the paddock after a disappointing Nines tournament earlier this year, but they are excited to field a team in the 2024 Cook Islands Rugby League 13s competition.
Local rivals clash in league opener
Titikaveka Bulldogs are ready to get their boots dirty today when they take on arch-rivals and neighbours Ngatangiia Matavera Sea Eagles in the opening match of the 2024 Cook Islands Rugby League 13s competition this afternoon.
Cook Islands Football Association invites parents to academy trainings
Amidst the palm-fringed fields of the Cook Islands, a chorus of young voices rises in excitement.
Five clubs battle for glory in rugby league 13s comp
The 2024 Cook Islands Rugby League 13s competition kicks off tomorrow with all five clubs fielding formidable teams in the fiercely contested premier men’s grade.
National sports facility feedback ends on February 15
Two hundred people have so far clicked on the Cook Islands Sport Facilities Public Survey 2024.
Team KAPs takes first win
Team KAPs took their first win in week two of the 2024 Touch Rugby Competition against Nukz Power in the men’s division on Monday.
Cooks badminton team count down for Oceania Champs
Three teams of 16 players are getting ready for the 2024 VICTOR Oceania Championships in Geelong, Victoria, Australia.
