Rugby league

Defending champs seek redemption

Saturday 23 March 2024 | Written by Solomone Taukei | Published in Rugby league, Sports

As the titans of the Cook Islands Rugby League Rarotonga 13s competition clash once again, anticipation is at fever pitch for another thrilling weekend of matches.

Rugby league


Sea Eagles and Panthers soar

Monday 18 March 2024 | Written by Solomone Taukei | Published in Rugby league, Sports

The Ngatangiia Matavera Sea Eagles and Tupapa Panthers won their respective premier men’s matches in week one of round two Cook Islands Rugby League Rarotonga 13s competition.

Rugby league


Rarotonga 13s comp heats up

Saturday 16 March 2024 | Written by Solomone Taukei | Published in Rugby league, Sports

As the Cook Islands Rugby League Rarotonga 13s season heats up, Victoria Park in Tupapa is set to host another round of thrilling matches this afternoon.

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Eels maintain top spot after Round 1 comp

Friday 15 March 2024 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in Rugby league, Sports

Avatiu Nikao Eels finished round one of the Cook Islands Rugby League Rarotonga League 13s premier men’s competition on top.

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Respect the whistle: Refs call for understanding from fans

Thursday 14 March 2024 | Written by Solomone Taukei | Published in Rugby league, Sports

Cook Islands Rugby League referees face criticism from fans despite lacking technology and working hard to ensure fair play, and the association is calling for more understanding and potential new referees.

Rugby league


Underdogs rise as Sea Eagles shock Eels

Monday 11 March 2024 | Written by Solomone Taukei | Published in Rugby league, Sports

In the fifth week of rugby league action, the fields witnessed unexpected shifts and surprises as underdogs rose to the occasion and mighty teams faced humbling defeats.

Rugby league


Nukupure Park set for thrilling clashes

Saturday 9 March 2024 | Written by Solomone Taukei | Published in Rugby league, Sports

As the anticipation builds for the next set of rugby league games today at Nukupure Park, all eyes are on the clash between the Titikaveka Lady Bulldogs and the Arorangi Lady Bears in the senior women’s division.

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Bulldogs seek redemption

Friday 8 March 2024 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in Rugby league, Sports

Titikaveka Bulldogs are looking to bounce back this afternoon against defending champions Arorangi Bears after a heavy defeat to Avatiu Nikao Eels last week.

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League pays tribute to Bulldogs star

Saturday 2 March 2024 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in League, Rugby league, Sports

Lady Panthers are hoping to continue their winning streak in the 2024 Cook Islands Rugby League 13s competition after last week’s victory against Lady Bears.

League


Undefeated Eels wary of Bulldogs

Friday 1 March 2024 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in Rugby league, Sports

The undefeated Avatiu Nikao Eels are wary of the Titikaveka Bulldogs when the two premier men’s sides clash this afternoon at Teimurimotia Park.

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Rugby league thrills at Raemaru Park

Monday 26 February 2024 | Written by Solomone Taukei | Published in Rugby league, Sports

Excitement filled Raemaru Park in Arorangi on Saturday as rugby league fans throughout Rarotonga gathered to witness a thrilling display of talent. Solomone Taukei reports.

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League’s derby day double header

Saturday 24 February 2024 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Rugby league, Sports

Arorangi’s Raemaru Park will be a hive of activity this afternoon when it hosts the Cook Islands Rugby League 13s competition’s first double header.

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Bulldogs’ stunning win throws league competition ‘wide open’

Tuesday 20 February 2024 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Rugby league, Sports

Titikaveka Bulldogs’ surprise victory over former champions Tupapa Panthers in the second week of the Cook Islands Rugby League 13s competition has ‘thrown the competition wide-open’, says CIRL president Charles Carlson.

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Defending champs suffer second defeat

Monday 19 February 2024 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Rugby league, Sports

Avatiu Nikao Eels made a flying start to the 2024 Cook Islands Rugby League 13s competition, defeating the defending champions on Saturday.

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Eels eyeing strong start

Saturday 17 February 2024 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Rugby league, Sports

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.

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Bulldogs bite back! Bulldogs bounce back with upset victory over Panthers

Saturday 17 February 2024 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Rugby league, Sports

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.

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Rugby league matches still on

Friday 16 February 2024 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in Rugby league, Sports

Cook Islands Rugby League has confirmed that today and tomorrow's domestic 13s competition matches will continue.

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Development programme aims to prepare young women for contact sports

Wednesday 14 February 2024 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in League, Other Sports, Rugby league, Rugby Union, Sports, Touch Rugby

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.

League


Tupapa Panthers roar back

Monday 12 February 2024 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in Rugby league, Sports

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.

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Lady Panthers ready for Bulldogs battle

Saturday 10 February 2024 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Rugby league, Sports

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.

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