Volleyball

Team Aitutaki maintains lead as Cook Islands Games heat up

Wednesday 16 October 2024 | Written by Solomone Taukei | Published in Cook Islands Games, Sports, Volleyball

Aitutaki has emerged as the leader in the 2024 Cook Islands Games, topping the points table with a total of 158 points, as of yesterday.

Cook Islands Games


‘Thrilling’ Beach Handball pre-comp enters final round

Wednesday 17 July 2024 | Written by Solomone Taukei | Published in Sports, Volleyball

The Beach Handball pre-competition is now in its fifth and final preliminary round, setting the stage for an exhilarating conclusion.

Sports


Sisters serve up success: Volleyball stars Pati and Adora inspire the next generation

Saturday 29 June 2024 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Sports, Volleyball

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.

Sports


Bounty Spikers dominate Easter Volleyball Competition

Thursday 4 April 2024 | Written by Solomone Taukei | Published in Sports, Volleyball

The Cook Islands Volleyball Federation Easter Games saw tremendous success with 24 teams fiercely competing for the top prize on Easter Monday.

Sports


Mix Pac and Bounty Spikers crowned Beach Volleyball champions

Tuesday 23 January 2024 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Sports, Volleyball

Mix Pac were crowned the 2024 Cook Islands Beach Games Volleyball competition men’s champions on Saturday at the Nikao Beach Courts.

Sports


AKTT returns to Cook Islands Beach Games Volleyball

Saturday 20 January 2024 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Sports, Volleyball

Kōrero o te ‘Ōrau’s ‘Ātui’anga ki te Tango (AKTT) returns to the Cook Islands Beach Games volleyball tournament after missing out last year.

Sports


The year in sports 2023

Sunday 31 December 2023 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Athletics, Badminton, Basketball, Bowling, Boxing, Cricket, Cycling, Fishing, Football, Golf, Handball, League, Netball, Pacific Games, Paddling, Rugby league, Rugby Union, Running, Sailing, Sports, Swimming, Tennis, Triathlon, Volleyball

2023 has been a testament to the dedication and talent of Cook Islands athletes across various sports. Cook Islands News’ Losirene Lacanivalu delves into some of the most remarkable sporting achievements that made headlines in 2023.

Athletics


Four AKTT volleyball players selected for international match

Tuesday 3 October 2023 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Sports, Volleyball

Four students from the ‘Ātui’anga ki te Tango (AKTT) Volleyball programme will be departing for New Zealand on October 11 for more indoor volleyball action.

Sports


‘Ātui’anga ki te Tango volleyball team brings home bronze medal

Thursday 20 July 2023 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Sports, Volleyball

Cook Islands NGO Kōrero o te ‘Ōrau’s ‘Ātui’anga ki te Tango (AKTT) 2023 team have returned with a successful win at the Country of Origin Volleyball Series in Aotearoa New Zealand earlier this month.

Sports


Cooks Beach Volleyball looks to move up another level at 2023 Pacific Games

Wednesday 14 June 2023 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Sports, Volleyball

Cook Islands Beach Volleyball aims to improve and move up another level in the Pacific region at this year’s Pacific Games in Honiara, Solomon Islands.

Sports


Inspiring young athletes to pursue their passion for sports and lead healthy, active lives

Tuesday 13 June 2023 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Sports, Volleyball

Fifty-two balls donated to the Cook Islands Volleyball Federation by the Japan Volleyball Association will boost and encourage the sport on the island, says the federation president.

Sports


AKTT youth prepare for Country of Origin Series

Thursday 11 May 2023 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Sports, Volleyball

Through the Kōrero o te ‘Ōrau (NGO), the ‘Ātui’anga ki te Tango 2023 group of youths will be participating in the Country of Origin Volleyball Series in Aotearoa New Zealand in the first week of July.

Sports


Cooks to host Aotearoa at Volleyball event

Wednesday 16 November 2022 | Written by Caleb Fotheringham | Published in Sports, Volleyball

Aotearoa Māori men’s and women’s volleyball teams are coming to the Cook Islands for a test match series against a local invited squad.

Sports


Beach Games’ thrills and spills

Tuesday 11 January 2022 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Sports, Volleyball

Beach handball kicked off the Cook Islands Beach Games 2022 with fun, sand and spills yesterday afternoon at the Nikao beach courts.

Sports


50 teams register for Beach Games

Monday 10 January 2022 | Written by Alana Musselle | Published in Sports, Volleyball

Cook Islands Sports and National Olympic Committee (CISNOC) is looking forward to kicking off their much-anticipated Beach Games today with promising sunshine and a smashing lineup of sports for local teams to get involved in.

Sports


Tamariki Kanga crowned Mauke Volleyball champs

Friday 31 December 2021 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Sports, Volleyball

The Mauke Volleyball Tournament got underway at the Taunganui hard courts situated at the harbour, “blessed” with some cooling light showers, on the morning of Boxing Day.

Sports