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Sports
Nicholas takes charge of Cook Islands 7s
Former Cook Islands rugby star player and Avatiu Nikao Eels coach, Clive Nicholas, has been appointed as the new head coach of the national rugby 7s team.
Young athletes break national records at Cook Islands Games
New athletics records were set in the field events at the Cook Islands Games 2024 last week.
Puaikura faces off against Nikao Sokattak in Rarotonga’s Round Cup
Puaikura and Nikao Sokattak will clash once again today and tomorrow at the CIFA Complex in Matavera, marking their second encounter of the season.
Excitement looms as Rarotonga football round nine action gets underway
The excitement builds at the CIFA Complex today as the grassroots teams take the field for their Round 9 fixtures.
Cook Islands falls to Tonga in World Youth Cup Qualifier
Cook Islands remains in contention for a spot in the Netball World Youth Cup 2025 despite going down to Tonga on day two of the World Youth Cup Qualifier Oceania at the National Sports Arena in Nikao last night.
‘Netball is in our DNA’: Cook Islands hosts Netball World Youth Cup Qualifier
Netball Cook Islands is proudly hosting the 2024 Netball World Youth Cup Oceania Qualifier from September 16-21 in collaboration with the Oceania Netball federation.
Dynamic duo Neururer, Moorfield set new course record at Raro Challenge
The Cook Islands Triathlon Ariki Adventures Raro Challenge saw a thrilling victory for experienced triathletes Roland Neururer and Jason Moorfield, who set a new course record.
Tupapa, Puaikura battle to 2-2 draw in Premier Men’s clash
Round 8 of the 2024 Rarotonga Round Cup was packed with excitement as teams across all divisions left everything on the field, delivering thrilling moments and some unexpected results.
Cook Islands U21 thrills home crowd with victory
Cook Islands U21 side won its first match against Papua New Guinea 64-45 at the Netball World Youth Cup Qualifier Oceania at the National Sports Arena in Nikao last night.
Tokouso edge out Tabusoro
Defending champions Tokouso made a brilliant start to their title defence campaign, defeating Tabusoro Fiji 26-17 in the second match of the Vodafone Tri Nations 15s series on Saturday.
Flying the Cook Islands flag at AIMS Games in New Zealand
As shuttlecocks fly across and over nets, and scores are counted, a navy blue flag with a circle of white stars hangs proudly from the stands. Behind it, a team from the Cook Islands cheers on their athletes.
Top-of-the-table Tupapa Maraerenga FC faces Puaikura challenge at home
Victoria Park will be the centre of football excitement today as Tupapa Maraerenga hosts Puaikura in a day filled with action across various divisions.
Tokouso wary of Tabusoro
Cook Islands Rugby Union Tri Nations 15s defending champions, Tokouso, will be heading to Aretere Park in Avatiu today, hoping for a strong finish as they face Tabusoro Fiji-CK.
Moana face Fiji in World Cup Qualifier
Cook Islands Moana, the national women’s rugby league, will face Fiji next month in their first step toward qualifying for the 2026 Rugby League World Cup.
Team Atiu hosts fundraiser ahead of Cook Islands Games
Over 400 athletes have registered to represent Team Atiu in the upcoming Cook Islands Games, which will be held next month from October 4 to 19.
Avatiu and Matavera-Ngatangiia set for R8 clashes
Round 8 of the 2024 Rarotonga Football Season kicks off with Avatiu hosting Matavera-Ngatangiia for two consecutive days of exciting football action at Aretere Park.
Triathletes gear up for Raro Challenge
The Cook Islands Triathlon Association is gearing up for its mammoth Ariki Adventures Raro Challenge multisport event which will be held this Saturday, September 14, 2024. This is the Cook Islands’ longest team event, with an average five to six hours to complete entire course.
Cook Islands U21 netballers aim for World Cup spot
As the Cook Islands prepares to host the 2024 Netball World Youth Cup Qualifier Oceania next week, its U21 national team is eager to capitalise on the home-court advantage and benefit from the enthusiastic support of the local community.
Young stars emerge at Cook Islands Boxing’s Fight Night
The Cook Islands Boxing Association Fight Night held late last month enticed 14 boxers into the ring from three clubs on the island.
Excitement builds for grassroots and U18 clash at CIFA fields
A thrilling day of grassroots football featuring young talent from across the island in the Under 6, U8, U10 and U12 mix divisions will battle today at CIFA complex in Matavera.
League legend to coach Rarotonga U12s against Kurnell Stingrays
Cook Islands rugby league legend Kevin Iro will be coaching a Rarotonga-based team that will play the visiting Australian-based Kurnell Stingrays this month.
Avatiu capitalises on Puaikura blunders to secure thrilling win
The round seven Rarotonga Football Round Cup competition saw some exciting clashes across all age groups and senior divisions.
