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Sports
Grassroots football kicks off tomorrow
The wait is finally over – the 2025 Rarotonga Football Season officially kicks off tomorrow, and the Cook Islands Football Association is starting strong with a full line-up of grassroots and U18 Men’s matches set to bring plenty of energy, excitement and community spirit to the pitch.
Cook Islands’ knockout hopes dim after 3-0 loss to Samoa
A comfortable 3-0 win over Cook Islands yesterday sees Samoa keep progression to the knockout stages in sight at the 2025 OFC Women’s Nations Cup in Lautoka, Fiji.
Children gear up for first triathlon
The first-ever Paradise Supplies Kids Triathlon event will be held this weekend.
Marsters' gamble pays for Maoris
When Esan Marsters left Auckland at the age of 17 with little more than a dream of starring in the NRL in hand, representing his Maori roots wasn't even possible.
Titikaveka prepares to battle Nikao
The Titikaveka senior women’s team host Nikao Sokattak at the Teimurimotia Park today in what should be an exhilarating clash that promises drama and great football.
CISNOC celebrating big Olympic Week
The Cook Islands Sports and National Olympic Committee (CISNOC) is celebrating Olympic Week, starting yesterday through to Saturday.
Tributes flow for sporting icons
Tributes are flowing for well-known Cook Islander and sports supporter Massey Mateariki following his sudden death this week.
Top of the table league clash
A top of the table clash between Tupapa Panthers and Avatiu Nikao Eels will headline round 12 in the domestic rugby league competition this weekend.
Sevens team finish tournament on high
A tough start in the inaugural 2018 Oceania Rugby U18s Sevens Championship which ended on a high for the Cook Islands, as they ran the Solomon Islands off the park to the tune of 41-5.
Bowlers praised for historic win
National bowling team coach George Paniani says our bronze medallists from the recent Commonwealth Games have paved the way for a gold medal in future games.
Netballers optimistic
The Cook Islands netball side is wary of the challenge in the Oceania Regional Qualifier for the Netball World Cup, but remains optimistic of making it through to next year’s World Cup in England.
Young Kukis off to Sydney
The Under-18 Cook Islands men’s sevens side departed New Zealand yesterday, as they make their way to Sydney to compete in the Oceania Rugby U18 Sevens Championships tomorrow (CI time).
Semi-finals for football champs kick off today
The National Football Championship has now completed its final day of round matches. Tuesday marked the final day of group play, and standings are now finalised, with berths to the semi-finals decided.
Warriors saga takes ugly turn
The gloves are off in the fight to buy the Warriors, with the head of a US-Tongan bid on Wednesday accusing rival Auckland Rugby League chairman Cameron McGregor of racism.
Folau offered to quit Wallabies
Israel Folau has revealed he offered to walk away from his Rugby Australia contract in the wake of his controversial comments on homosexuality and that tension remains with the game's administration over the issue.
Eels and Panthers maintain leads
Avatiu Nikao Eels maintain their lead in the Cook Islands domestic rugby league competition after another comprehensive win over the weekend.
Napa notches up 100 NRL games
Cook Islander Dylan Napa will play his 100th NRL game this weekend as his Sydney Roosters challenge the Brisbane Broncos this Thursday (CI time) in the first week of the finals.
CIRU has Wright in sight
Ten months after terminating his contract, the Cook Islands Rugby Union says they are open to the idea of former national captain and coach Stan Wright returning to the fold.
ZUU in the Cooks gets its generals certified
Liberating Human Movement, or ZUU Cook Islands, has got two new qualified generals (trainers).
ABs Sevens eyes HK title
New Zealand head coach Scott Waldrom believes his squad is back to full strength for this weekend’s Hong Kong following the return of a number of key players to the setup.
Roberts claims silver medal at New Zealand nationals
Fresh off winning the 2016 Sportsman of the Year award at last month’s Cook Islands National Sports Award, Wesley Roberts is back creating ripples at international swimming arena.
Dancing workouts for fitness
Brynn Acheson-Nooroa from KiteSUP Cook Islands has completed a professional development course in New Zealand called Total Barre Instructor Foundation Course.