Sports
Neururer claims 14th consecutive Maori Auri Tinman title, Murphy takes first win
Wednesday 17 April 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Sports, Triathlon
Roland Neururer claimed his 14th consecutive Maori Auri Tinman title at the 42nd edition of the annual event held on Saturday.
Titikaveka stage comeback to defeat Avatiu in premier clash
Wednesday 17 April 2024 | Written by Solomone Taukei | Published in Netball, Sports
Round two of the Rarotonga Netball Club Competition started off last week with exhilarating excitement and passion that left the crowd fascinated with a show of incredible athleticism and sportsmanship.
70 kids kick off school holidays with fun at inaugural Athletics Carnival
Tuesday 16 April 2024 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Athletics, Sports
About 70 children took part in the Kids Athletics Carnival that was held yesterday at the National Stadium in Nikao.
10-man Cook Islands bows out bravely
Tuesday 16 April 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Football, Sports
Cook Islands fell short to Vanuatu 2-0 in the final match, losing a player to a red card and their chance to progress to the OFC U-19 Men’s Championship.
Cook Islanders in Hong Kong celebrate All Blacks Sevens double win
Tuesday 16 April 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Rugby Union, Sports
Cook Islanders living in Hong Kong celebrated Aotearoa New Zealand’s fantastic wins in both the men’s and women’s Hong Kong 7s tournament held earlier this month from April 5-7.
Aitutaki debuts, young paddlers make a splash at annual Vaka Iti
Tuesday 16 April 2024 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Paddling, Sports
Despite a few showers, the weather cooperated for the Cook Islands Canoeing Association’s (CICA) annual Vaka Iti schools oe vaka competition held last week at Muri Beach.
Sea Eagles soar to dramatic draw
Monday 15 April 2024 | Written by Solomone Taukei | Published in Rugby league, Sports
The week nine of Cook Islands Rugby League Rarotonga 13s competition brought intense clashes and thrilling moments as teams battled it out for crucial wins, aiming to solidify their positions in the league table.
Netball titans set to clash in round two
Saturday 13 April 2024 | Written by Solomone Taukei | Published in Netball, Sports
The second round of the Rarotonga Netball Club Competition promises to deliver thrilling matches as the top teams vie for supremacy on the court.
42 years strong: Maori Auri Tinman Race celebrates rich legacy
Saturday 13 April 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Sports, Triathlon
Cook Island Triathlon Association will be holding their annual Maori Auri Tinman Race for the 42nd time this afternoon.
Eleven vying for CISNOC Sec-Gen role
Saturday 13 April 2024 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Football, Sports
Cook Islands Sports and National Olympic Committee (CISNOC) received 11 applications for the Secretary General position and is finalising the appointment with Owen Lewis acting until a replacement is chosen.
Panthers and Sea Eagles collide in crucial match
Saturday 13 April 2024 | Written by Solomone Taukei | Published in Rugby league, Sports
As rugby league enthusiasts gear up for another thrilling weekend of action, all eyes are on the premier men’s clash between the Tupapa Panthers and the Ngatangiia/Matavera Sea Eagles.
Cook Islands maintain unbeaten record
Friday 12 April 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Football, Sports
The Cook Islands have retained their unbeaten record at the OFC U-19 Men’s Championship 2024 – Qualifying after a 3-2 win over American Samoa in stifling heat at VFF Freshwater Stadium in Port Vila yesterday.
Social media campaign to unearth players paying dividends for Cooks
Thursday 11 April 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Football, Sports
From Asia to the Netherlands, the Cook Islands national team is casting its net ever wider in search of players. Craig Stephen reports.
Mixed Touch gears up for semi-finals
Wednesday 10 April 2024 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Sports, Touch Rugby
Cook Islands Touch 2024 Mixed Competition will hold its final round of preliminary games today at the National Stadium in Nikao before heading into the playoffs.
Cook Islands athletes battle through World Cross Country Championship
Wednesday 10 April 2024 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Athletics, Sports
Cook Islands athletes Adrianna Skurosz and Rupeni Mataitoga have completed their course at the World Athletics Cross Country Championship in Belgrade, Serbia.
Electrifying start! Netball season promises high levels of competition
Wednesday 10 April 2024 | Written by Solomone Taukei | Published in Netball, Sports
The Netball Cook Islands domestic season is off to an electrifying start with the annual Rarotonga club competition commencing on Saturday.
Athletics re-elects president, focuses on building infrastructure for future growth
Tuesday 9 April 2024 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Athletics, Sports
Simone Fe’ao was re-elected for a second term as president of Athletics Cook Islands at the Annual General Meeting held a week ago.
Late Tonga goal denies Cook Islands victory in OFC U19 Championship
Tuesday 9 April 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Football, Sports
The Cook Islands U19 men's team conceded a last-minute goal to draw 1-1 with Tonga in the OFC U19 Championship qualification.
Panthers claw back against Eels
Monday 8 April 2024 | Written by Solomone Taukei | Published in Rugby league, Sports
Week eight of the Cook Islands Rugby League Rarotonga 13s competition witnessed thrilling matchups and surprising turnarounds as teams battled it out at Raemaru Park in Arorangi.
Cook Islands football coach paving the way to international success
Monday 8 April 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Football, Sports
With a population of just over 17,000, Cook Islands are the smallest member association in FIFA, but that hasn’t stopped the South Pacific nation of dreaming big.
