Rugby league

‘We’re champions’: Lady Bears complete rare double in women’s 13s competition

Saturday 13 May 2023 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Rugby league, Sports

They came, they saw, they conquered. Lady Bears were yesterday crowned the Cook Islands Rugby League 13s women’s champions for the first time after defeating Lady Panthers 28-16 in the final held at Nukupure Park in Ngatangiia.

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Claws are out, it’s showdown time!

Friday 12 May 2023 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Rugby league, Sports

Lady Bears will enter the Cook Islands Rugby League 13s final as hot favourites against Lady Panthers at Nukupure Park in Ngatangiia this afternoon. But both captains believe ‘final is anyone’s game’ as they prepare to lead their sides in the much-anticipated showdown.

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Rugby training for youngsters

Tuesday 9 May 2023 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Rugby league, Sports

More than 300 primary and high school students will be part of a rugby competition in the 2023 Rising Stars Championship.

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Top four battle in league

Saturday 29 April 2023 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in Rugby league, Sports

Close and exciting battles are expected in the Cook Islands Rugby League 13s competition playoffs when the top four premier men’s teams clash at Aretere Park in Avatiu this afternoon.

Rugby league


Lady Bears seal final spot

Friday 28 April 2023 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in Rugby league, Sports

Lady Bears are through to the Cook Islands Rugby League women’s 13s competition final after a hard-fought win in the top place playoff last night.

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Bears ready to face Eels

Saturday 15 April 2023 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Rugby league, Sports

Arorangi Bears premier men’s team is looking to maintain its momentum in the Cook Islands Rugby League 13s competition against Avatiu Nikao Eels at Raemaru Park this afternoon.

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Lady Bears eye top spot

Friday 14 April 2023 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in Rugby league, Sports

Lady Bears were gunning for a win today against the winless Lady Bulldogs in a bid to take the top spot in the Cook Islands women’s rugby league competition.

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Eels hoping to bounce back, Panthers face Bears test

Saturday 1 April 2023 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in Rugby league, Sports

Raemaru Park in Arorangi will host the second double header of the 2023 Cook Islands Rugby League 13s competition this afternoon.

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Panthers lead premier men’s competition after Sea Eagles win

Monday 27 March 2023 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in Rugby league, Sports

Defending champions Tupapa Panthers have taken the lead in the domestic 13s premier men’s competition after their 54-6 win over Ngatangiia Matavera Sea Eagles on Saturday.

Rugby league


League starts Pacific Games preparation

Monday 27 March 2023 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in League, Rugby league, Sports

In preparation for the Pacific Games later in the year, Cook Islands Rugby League is assembling their women’s rugby league squad today at the National Stadium in Nikao at 5pm sharp.

League


Panthers eyeing top spot

Saturday 25 March 2023 | Written by Supplied | Published in Rugby league, Sports

Riding high after last week’s win over Avatiu Nikao Eels, defending champions Tupapa Panthers will be hoping to take the lead for the first time in the Cook Islands Rugby League 13s competition this afternoon.

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Panthers coach downplays impressive win

Tuesday 21 March 2023 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in Local, Rugby league, Sports

Tupapa Panthers remain humble and focussed on what’s ahead following a blistering performance in Rarotonga on the weekend.

Local


Tupapa Panthers end Avatiu Nikao Eels’ unbeaten run

Monday 20 March 2023 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in Rugby league, Sports

Tupapa Panthers on Saturday ended Avatiu Nikao Eels’ unbeaten run in the Cook Islands Rugby League 13s competition after a superb 34-12 win at Victoria Park.

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Panthers after Eels’ winning streak

Saturday 18 March 2023 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in Rugby league, Sports

Defending champions Tupapa Panthers will be hoping to end Avatiu Nikao Eels’ unbeaten run in the Cook Islands Rugby League 13s competition this afternoon at Victoria Park.

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Lady Bears to host Lady Eels

Friday 17 March 2023 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in Rugby league, Sports

An exciting battle is expected this afternoon when Lady Bears take on Lady Eels in the final match of round one in Cook Islands women’s rugby league competition.

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Avatiu Eels and Lady Panthers emerge top contenders after R1

Tuesday 14 March 2023 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in Rugby league, Sports

Avatiu Nikao Eels and Lady Panthers have emerged top bets after round one of the Cook Islands Rugby League 13s competition.

Rugby league


Eels wallop Bulldogs 84-0

Monday 13 March 2023 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in Rugby league, Sports

Avatiu Nikao Eels continued their winning streak with a huge 84-0 win over Titikaveka Bulldogs in the final week of round one Cook Islands Rugby League domestic 13s competition.

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Clipped Sea Eagles ready for Bears

Saturday 11 March 2023 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in Rugby league, Sports

The final week of round one Cook Islands Rugby League 13s competition will have Arorangi Bears hosting Ngatangiia Matavera Sea Eagles at Raemaru Park this afternoon.

Rugby league


Cook Islander set for NRL debut

Friday 10 March 2023 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in Rugby league, Sports

The Maruariki family in Rarotonga, New Zealand and Australia will be glued to their television sets this evening when one of their own makes his NRL debut for the Dolphins against Canberra Raiders at 8.30pm (Cook Islands time).

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Rugby league referees’ body looking for match officials

Thursday 9 March 2023 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in Rugby league, Sports

The ‘under resourced’ Cook Islands Rugby League Referees Association is looking for more match officials as round one of the domestic 13s competition draws to a close.

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