Rugby Union
Winner-take-all final
Thursday 3 August 2023 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Rugby Union, Sports
It’s a ‘winner take all’ final in the Rarotonga Club Competition Women’s 10s showdown between the Lady Panthers and Lady Bears this Saturday at Victoria Park in Tupapa.
Eels, Panthers in final
Monday 31 July 2023 | Written by Supplied | Published in Rugby Union, Sports
Arch-rivals and neighbours Avatiu Nikao Eels and Tupapa Panthers will feature in the Rarotonga Club 15s final this Saturday after beating Arorangi Bears and Titikaveka Bulls in the semifinals over the weekend.
Avatiu Eels, Arorangi Bears tussle for spot in final
Saturday 29 July 2023 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Regional, Rugby Union
It is back to square one for defending champions Avatiu Nikao Eels as they take on Arorangi Bears in the Rarotonga Club 15s semifinal this afternoon at Victoria Park in Tupapa.
Bulls fired up
Friday 28 July 2023 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Rugby Union, Sports
Titikaveka Bulls are hoping to pull off a major upset when they take on the undefeated Tupapa Panthers in the Rarotonga Club 15s semifinal this afternoon at Victoria Park.
Lady Panthers take lead
Thursday 27 July 2023 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Rugby Union, Sports
The three-match women’s rugby union 10s series in the Rarotonga Club 15s competition kicked off last Saturday with two teams battling for top honours.
Eels rue missed opportunities
Tuesday 25 July 2023 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Rugby Union, Sports
The 20-19 loss to Tupapa Panthers in the nailbiting Rarotonga Club 15s round three clash on Saturday has served defending champions Avatiu Nikao Eels with some key lessons, says their coach.
Panthers survive late Eels rally
Monday 24 July 2023 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in Rugby Union, Sports
Tupapa Panthers have taken the lead in the Rarotonga Club 15s competition after a slender 20-19 win over Avatiu Nikao Eels on Saturday at Nukupure Park in Ngatangiia.
Top of the table clash
Saturday 22 July 2023 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in Rugby Union, Sports
The undefeated Tupapa Panthers and Avatiu Nikao Eels will battle in round three of the Rarotonga Club 15s competition this afternoon at Nukupure Park in Ngatangaiia.
Bears wary of Bulldogs
Friday 21 July 2023 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Rugby Union, Sports
The Arorangi Bears are not going to underestimate Titikaveka Bulldogs when the two teams battle today in the Rarotonga Club 15s competition in Muri.
Speedy Panthers break Bears back
Monday 17 July 2023 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Rugby Union, Sports
The speedy Panthers broke Arorangi Bears back as they won 12-11 at the Rarotonga Club 15’s Competition on Saturday.
Bears Hungry for a win
Saturday 15 July 2023 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Rugby Union, Sports
Arorangi Bears will be focused on playing smart at today’s match against the Panthers at Raemaru Park in Arorangi today.
Eels faces Bulldogs today
Friday 14 July 2023 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Rugby Union, Sports
Rarotonga Club 15’s defending champions Avatiu Nikao Eels are aware of the Titikaveka Bulldogs backline as they play today.
Bulldogs take on the Eels on Friday
Tuesday 11 July 2023 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Rugby Union, Sports
Titikaveka Bulldogs will face Rarotonga Club 15’s defending champions Avatiu Nikao Eels at Raemaru Park, Arorangi on Friday.
Avatiu Nikao defends 15's trophy
Saturday 8 July 2023 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Rugby Union, Sports
Arorangi Bears rugby team will put on an exciting rugby match against the host side and defending champions of the Rarotonga Club 15s Competition Avatiu Nikao Eels today, while Lady Panthers takes on TKV Reds in the Women’s 10s Competition.
Titikaveka, Tupapa in 15s Kick-off today
Thursday 6 July 2023 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Rugby Union, Sports
Titikaveka will face Tupapa in the kick-off of the Rarotonga Club 15s Competition today.
Papeete Rugby Club team in Raro
Wednesday 28 June 2023 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Regional, Rugby Union, Sports, Tahiti
After more than three years without travelling abroad due to the Covid-19 pandemic, the Papeete Rugby Club from Tahiti have finally arrived in Rarotonga.
Rippa and rugby 7s off to flying start
Tuesday 23 May 2023 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in Rugby Union, Sports
The Rising Stars Rugby Championships kicked off last Friday with over 300 active participants.
Mauger departs from Moana Pasifika
Monday 22 May 2023 | Written by RNZ | Published in New Zealand, Regional, Rugby Union, Sports
Aaron Mauger has resigned as head coach of Moana Pasifika.
CIRL backs Qatar’s World Cup bid
Saturday 20 May 2023 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Rugby Union, Sports
Cook Islands Rugby League has welcomed Qatar’s bid to host the 2025 Rugby League World Cup after France withdrew its hosting rights.
‘She’s a Ruckstar’ rugby clinic draws good turnout on day one
Tuesday 18 April 2023 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Rugby Union, Sports
Cook Islands Rugby Union hosted a good number of girls on day one of the “She’s a Ruckstar All Girls Clinic” with ages varying from five to 15-year-olds at Raemaru Park in Arorangi yesterday.
