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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.
Matavera-Ngatangiia women blaze a trail in Cook Islands Football
When the annals of Cook Islands football are written, the weekend's events will undeniably claim a chapter of their own.
Cook Islands Squash team scores ‘valuable experience’ at Worlds
Cook Islands players gained valuable experience at the 2023 World Squash Federation Men’s World Team Championship, which concluded over the weekend in Tauranga, New Zealand.
Ibrom takes charge as Cook Islands men’s football coach
Cook Islands Football Association (CIFA) has appointed Jess Ibrom, the current academy director, as the new head coach for the Cook Islands men’s team.
Tupapa, Matavera claim knockout titles
As the spectators and players arrived at CIFA Complex, the air crackled with raw, infectious excitement. Football enthusiasts from every corner congregated, their collective anticipation palpable, bracing for a thrilling day of championship-deciding duels on Saturday.
Clash of titans in football finale
Exciting matches are set to take place in the Cook Islands Football Association Knockout Cup finals today.
Titikaveka tide takes over grassroots finals
Although Cook Islands Football Association (CIFA) staff were skeptical of the weather forecast on Wednesday ahead of the grassroots knock finals at the CIFA complex, a tide of electric blue washed over the complex as parents and supporters of the Titikaveka Teams, turned out in force to cheer on their young prodigies.
Tereora College and CIFA forge community spirit through football
Tereora College, in conjunction with the Cook Islands Football Association (CIFA), orchestrated a football festival of epic proportions this week.
Competitive and social touch rugby beckons on Boxing Day
Cook Islands Touch Association has confirmed that its annual Vodafone Boxing Day Mixed Touch Rugby Tournament will be held on December 26 at the Ngatangiia field.
Piakura ready to put his best foot forward
Rising Broncos forward Brendan Piakura has insisted there are no sure bets when it comes to starting positions, as he puts his ‘best foot forward’ to fill the shoes left by now former Bronco and Queensland hardman Kurt Capewell, during a sweltering start to preseason.
Netball in Paradise hailed a success
The 2023 BSP Netball in Paradise competition ended on a high note, with Netball Cook Islands declaring the games highly competitive.
New champions crowned
Nikao Black Wolves and Turangi Young Guns won the men’s and women’s Rarotonga T20 Cookie Sadaraka Cup at Nikao Field and Turangi Oval on Saturday.
Shark chase adds drama to Marsters’ winning catch in final fishing comp
Despite the rough weather conditions, fishermen set out to sea early Saturday morning for the last fishing competition of the year, the CITC Liquor Corona fishing competition, held in partnership with the Cook Islands Game Fishing Club (CIGFC).
Cook Islands makes debut at World Squash Championship
The Cook Islands Squash team made their debut at the World Squash Federation Men’s World Team Championship in Tauranga, New Zealand, along with two other teams.
A weekend of stunning semi-final football
In an exciting display of football, this past Saturday served up a smorgasbord of semi-final matches that had spectators on the edge of their seats.
Connolly joins swimmers at Bond University
Cook Islands golden girl swimmer Lanihei Connolly is part of a group of swimmers who have been accepted at the Bull Sharks as the first cohort of the World Aquatics Training Centre established at Bond University in Australia.
Cook Islands, Fiji female referees create history at Pacific Games
Cook Islands women made history at the Pacific Games.
‘My word is my honour and I seal things with a handshake’
Gilbert Enoka has a long history of success as a mental skills coach with Aotearoa New Zealand’s corporate and sporting elite, and has great pride in his Cook Islands heritage.
WAKA makes third time the charm in Rarotonga
WAKA netball team from Australia won the 2023 Netball in Paradise mixed division.
T20 cricket showdown
A new champion will be crowned in the Rarotonga T20 Cookie Sadaraka Cup men’s final, while Muri Creeps will be aiming for a third consecutive title in the women’s division today.
Football braces for semifinal showdown
Thrilling semifinals are set for the 2023 Championship at Cook Islands Football Association (CIFA and Takitumu School Grounds today.
