League
‘A new breed rising’: Bears stick to basics
Tuesday 9 May 2023 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in League, Sports
A disappointed Avatiu Nikao Eels coach conceded their defeat to Arorangi Bears in the Cook Islands Rugby League 13s premier men’s semi-final saying they lost to a better side on the day.
Allrounder makes the cut for US Sports Programme
Tuesday 9 May 2023 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in League, Other Sports, Sports
Cook Islands sporting youngster Nicol Tiaore has been given the opportunity to attend a two to three weeks United States Sports Visitor Programme next month.
It’s Bears versus Panthers final!
Monday 8 May 2023 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in League, Sports
Arorangi Bears stunned the minor premiership holders Avatiu Nikao Eels on Saturday to book their place in the Cook Islands Rugby League 13s premier men’s final this weekend.
Lady Panthers book final spot
Saturday 6 May 2023 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in League, Sports
The Lady Panthers side is through to the Cook Islands Rugby League women’s competition final after beating Lady Eels 14-8 in an exciting and close semi-final at Victoria Park yesterday.
Eels, Bears in do or die clash
Saturday 6 May 2023 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in League, Sports
It will be a do or die for Avatiu Nikao Eels and Arorangi Bears when they meet this afternoon in the Cook Islands Rugby League 13s premier men’s semi-final at Victoria Park in Tupapa.
Lady Eels and Panthers vying to reach finale
Friday 5 May 2023 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in League, Sports
Lady Panthers will take on Lady Eels today in a do or die semi-final round with both vying for a spot in the grand finale.
‘Never say die’ attitude puts Panthers into final
Tuesday 2 May 2023 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in League, Sports
An inspiring half time talk from coach Darren Piri saw defending champions Tupapa Panthers get their act together to outmuscle Avatiu Nikao Eels for a spot in next weekend’s final.
Iro to help prepare Pacific Games squad
Monday 1 May 2023 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in League, Sports
Cook Islands rugby league head coach Tony Iro will assist the Pacific Games coach Clive Nicholas with their train on squad at 5pm today at Aretere Park in Avatiu.
Comeback kings: Defending champions Panthers stun Eels to book final spot
Monday 1 May 2023 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in League, Sports
Defending champions Tupapa Panthers are through to the premier men’s final after a hard-fought win against Avatiu Nikao Eels in the Cook Islands Rugby League 13s competition playoff at Aretere Park on Saturday.
Lady Eels thump Lady Bulldogs to set up date with Lady Panthers
Friday 28 April 2023 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in League, Sports
A new champion will be crowned in the Cook Islands Rugby League women’s 13s competition after defending champions Lady Bulldogs bombed out of the playoffs on Friday afternoon at Aretere Park in Avatiu.
League 13s competition heads into knockout stage
Wednesday 26 April 2023 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in League, Sports
The Cook Islands Rugby League 13s competition heads into knockout stage with playoffs in the men’s and women’s divisions this weekend.
Bears beat sturdy Sea Eagles
Monday 24 April 2023 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in League, Sports
Arorangi Bears defeated Ngatangiia Matavera Sea Eagles 22-8 in the final preliminary round match at Nukupure Park on Saturday.
Eels, Lady Bears finish on top
Saturday 22 April 2023 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in League, Sports
Avatiu Nikao Eels and Lady Bears have won the preliminary rounds title in the Cook Islands Rugby League 13s competition.
Three teams eying top spot in league 13s competition
Thursday 20 April 2023 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in League, Sports
The domestic rugby league 13s competition is set for a thrilling final preliminary round with three teams vying for top spot in the premier men’s division.
Bears’ fairy tale run continues
Monday 17 April 2023 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in League, Sports
Arorangi Bears’ fairy tale run in the Cook Islands Rugby League 13s competition continues with another huge win in the premier men’s division over the weekend.
Lady Panthers’ misery continues
Saturday 8 April 2023 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in League, Sports
Lady Panthers’ misery in round two of the Cook Islands women’s rugby league 13s competition continues after the side went down to neighbours Lady Eels.
Lady Eels after big wins
Thursday 6 April 2023 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in League, Sports
Lady Eels are gunning for big wins in round two of the Cook Islands women’s rugby league 13s competition after going down to the top two teams – Lady Panthers and Lady Bears – in round one.
Bears win heats up top two battle in league 13s
Tuesday 4 April 2023 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in League, Sports
Arorangi Bears’ sensational win over Tupapa Panthers in the premier men’s and women’s division over the weekend has spiced up the race for top two finish in the Cook Islands Rugby League 13s competition.
Bears upset Panthers
Monday 3 April 2023 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in League, Sports
Arorangi Bears spoiled defending champions Tupapa Panthers’ brilliant start to round two of the Cook Islands Rugby League 13s premier men’s competition after pulling off an upset win over the weekend.
Titikaveka Bulldogs coach steps down
Tuesday 28 March 2023 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in League, Sports
The winless Titikaveka Bulldogs have been dealt with a major blow after losing their coach Meti Noovao who stepped down last week.