Sports
Team Outlaws reign supreme in Cook Islands Beach Touch competition
Thursday 11 January 2024 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Sports, Touch Rugby
Team Outlaws were crowned the champions at the 2024 Cook Islands Beach Games Touch Rugby competition held at the Nikao Beach Courts.
CISNOC seeks solutions after Beach Games, League 9s clash
Thursday 11 January 2024 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Other Sports, Sports
The Cook Islands Beach Games’ opening, overshadowed by the League Nines in Paradise on Saturday, sparked concerns about scheduling conflicts, prompting organisers to acknowledge the challenge and seek solutions. Losirene Lacanivalu reports.
Cook Islands Cricket scores early win in Auckland tour
Thursday 11 January 2024 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Cricket, Sports
The Cook Islands Cricket Association (CICA) has enjoyed a strong start to the year, with the men’s team securing an early victory against Auckland University Cricket Club (AUCC) in their trial matches in New Zealand.
Cooks calling on cross country runners
Wednesday 10 January 2024 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in Athletics, Sports
Athletics Cook Islands is on the lookout for one male and one female cross country runner to compete in Belgrade Serbia at the end of March.
FIFA assistance to Cooks for youth development
Wednesday 10 January 2024 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in Football, Sports
FIFA’s assistance to football in the Cook Islands had led to the development of youth programmes and training sessions over the years.
Poor tackling techniques connected to injuries in women’s rugby
Wednesday 10 January 2024 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Rugby league, Rugby Union, Sports
Poor tackling technique from local-based female players across the clubs, led to injuries in the women’s games at the Cook Islands Rugby League Nines in Paradise Tournament last weekend, says a world rugby union educator Andrew Iroa.
Nines in Paradise thrills
Tuesday 9 January 2024 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in League, Sports
Avatiu Nikao Eels coach Clive Nicholas says the Cook Islands Rugby League 2024 season will be an interesting one after retaining the Nines in Paradise premier men’s title over the weekend.
Blackrock rules: New champs reign at Cook Islands Beach Netball comp
Tuesday 9 January 2024 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Netball, Sports
Team Blackrock has been crowned the new champions of the 2024 Cook Islands Beach Games netball competition.
Avatiu Eels retain Nines title
Monday 8 January 2024 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in League, Sports
Avatiu Nikao Eels retained the Cook Islands Rugby League Nines in Paradise title after a hard-fought final on Saturday at the BCI Stadium in Nikao.
Beddoes crowned top athlete
Monday 8 January 2024 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Athletics, Sports
Cook Islands middle distance champion Alex Beddoes has been named Athletics Cook Islands’ Open Male Athlete for the Year 2023 and Supreme Athlete of the Year.
Raukawa Kukis reign supreme: Unbeatens cruise to Nines in Paradise title
Monday 8 January 2024 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in Rugby league, Sports
A player from the champion Raukawa Kukis side tries to break through Lady Eels defenders in the Cook Islands Rugby League Nines in Paradise Tournament on Saturday at the National Stadium in Nikao.
Netball kicks off 2024 Beach Games
Saturday 6 January 2024 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Netball, Sports
The 2024 Cook Islands Beach Games will kick off today with the high anticipated netball competition.
League Nines in Paradise heats up: Favourites emerge on day one
Saturday 6 January 2024 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in League, Sports
Newcomers Raukawa Kukis from New Zealand made an impressive start on day one of the Cook Islands Rugby League Nines in Paradise tournament yesterday at the National Stadium in Nikao.
NRLW stars inspire next generation in Cook Islands
Saturday 6 January 2024 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in League, Sports
The future of rugby league in the Cook Islands lies in the hands of league trainers and how they develop the skills of the younger generation. Losirene Lacanivalu reports.
12 teams battle for Nines glory
Friday 5 January 2024 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in League, Sports
Twelve teams in three divisions men’s, women’s and under-18s are set to battle in the two-day Cook Islands Rugby League Nines in Paradise 2024 which kicks off this afternoon.
Inaugural Walk a Mile race a success
Thursday 4 January 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Athletics, Sports
Gabriella Tolosa and Cole Tavioni Bamber won the youth award at the inaugural Walk a Mile Race on Tuesday after only intending to complete the first lap.
Passing on the passion: NRLW stars inspire next generation in Rarotonga
Thursday 4 January 2024 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in League, Sports
Close to 100 children that dream of becoming professional league players got a chance to learn from two of the bests in the game.
Lady Panthers ready to defend Nines trophy
Thursday 4 January 2024 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Rugby league, Sports
Lady Panthers are ready to defend their Cook Islands Rugby League Nines in Paradise trophy this weekend with a strong line-up including Pacific Games gold medallists Kiana Sword-Tua and June Willie.
League Nines frenzy grips Raro
Wednesday 3 January 2024 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in League, Sports
Local clubs are gearing up for the Cook Islands Rugby League Nines in Paradise tournament which gets underway this Friday at the National Stadium in Nikao.
The year in sports 2023
Sunday 31 December 2023 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Athletics, Badminton, Basketball, Bowling, Boxing, Cricket, Cycling, Fishing, Football, Golf, Handball, League, Netball, Pacific Games 2023, Paddling, Rugby league, Rugby Union, Running, Sailing, Sports, Swimming, Tennis, Triathlon, Volleyball
2023 has been a testament to the dedication and talent of Cook Islands athletes across various sports. Cook Islands News’ Losirene Lacanivalu delves into some of the most remarkable sporting achievements that made headlines in 2023.
