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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.
Power outages force rematch of netball premiership semifinals
The Netball Cook Islands premiership semifinals played at the Ngatangiia courts were thrown into disarray last Thursday due to an unplanned power outage. The interruption occurred during two crucial semifinal games, necessitating a rematch scheduled for this evening at 5pm.
Blues claim CIRL State of Origin series
A thrilling finish in game three at Nukupure Park on Saturday saw the Town Blues claim victory in the CIRL State of Origin series.
State of Origin series decider
The Cook Islands Rugby League State of Origin series will shift to Nukupure Park in Muri today after the Country Maroons’ comeback win against the Town Blues at Terevete Park in Avatiu last week.
Sisters serve up success: Volleyball stars Pati and Adora inspire the next generation
In the high-stakes world of elite volleyball, sisters Pati and Adora Anae have carved out a unique path, rising to the pinnacle of their sport while maintaining the humble values instilled in them by their parents Cook Islander Ina Karika-Anae and their Samoan/German father Brad Anae during their childhood in Laie, Hawai’i.
Rising Stars set for thrilling finish
Primary and secondary school teams will vie for top honours in the annual Rising Stars Championship netball, Rippa rugby and rugby 7s finals today at Raemaru Park in Arorangi.
Thrilling semifinals set stage for Business House Touch grand finals
The Business House Mixed Touch Tournament reached its thrilling semifinal stage on Monday, showcasing intense competition and spirited performances from all 12 teams.
Rarotonga players dominate netball U21 training squad
Twenty young females have officially been named in the Netball Cook Islands U21 training squad with majority being local trialists.
Premier netball semifinals promise thrilling matchups
Rarotonga’s netball season is reaching its climax as the extended premier division competition narrows down to the top four teams.
Town Whites hold off Country Blacks to claim Conan’s Cup
After two unsuccessful attempts, the Town Whites finally managed to lift the Conan’s Cup women’s title in the second leg of the Cook Islands Rugby League State of Origin Series held on Saturday.
Maroons stage stunning comeback
The Country Maroons made a resounding comeback in the second match of the Cook Islands Rugby League State of Origin Series, narrowly defeating the Town Blues 32-26, while Town Whites secured the Conan’s Cup after second win.
Touch finals get cultural twist
Cook Islands Touch Association is excited to introduce a unique approach for the final’s series of the business house competition.
Country seeks redemption in league series
The Country teams will be looking to bounce back in the second leg of the Cook Islands Rugby League State of Origin series this afternoon after going down to Town in the women’s and men’s clashes last weekend.
Cook Islands prepares for OFC Under-16 men’s football champs
The Cook Islands under-16 men’s football team is gearing up for the OFC U16 Men’s Championship, which will take place from July 28th to August 10th, 2024 in Tahiti.
Sword brothers share expertise with aspiring sporting stars
Cook Islands brothers, home for a break from the international rugby scene in Japan, are sharing their expertise and inspiring the next generation of sports stars.
Titikaveka and Avatiu top seeds
The Rarotonga netball premiership round two competition concluded last week, setting the stage for the knockout rounds starting today.
Cook Islands Cricket gears up for T20 World Cup Qualifier
The Cook Islands Cricket Association men’s team has already begun their training for the International Men’s T20 World Sub-regional Qualifier in Samoa in August.
Town Whites take first step towards Conan’s Cup glory
The Town Whites, who have never hoisted the prestigious Conan’s Cup women’s rugby league series trophy, took a step closer to glory on Saturday by beating Country Blacks in the opening match.
Town Blues triumph in thrilling series opener
The first match of the Cook Islands Rugby League State of Origin series, held over the weekend, was a spectacular showcase of skill and determination.
League gears up for historic clashes
The rugby league enthusiasts in Rarotonga are eagerly awaiting the first-ever clash between the Country Maroons and the Town Blues today.
Baudinet eyes more years in Davis Cup
Top national tennis player Brett Baudinet is in Amman, Jordan, participating in his 20th Davis Cup for the Pacific Oceania team.
