Badminton
Exciting action continues in second week of Cook Islands Games
Tuesday 15 October 2024 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in Badminton, Cricket, Other Sports, Sports
The second and final week of the 2024 Cook Islands Games got off to a great start with the beach volleyball competition at the National Beach Courts in Nikao yesterday.
Tereora and Araura colleges reign supreme in badminton tournament
Thursday 15 August 2024 | Written by Solomone Taukei | Published in Badminton, Sports
The annual college badminton tournament concluded with thrilling results as two schools dominated the competition over the two-day event at the National Auditorium.
Araura College takes 2024 Schools Badminton tournament by storm
Wednesday 14 August 2024 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Badminton, Sports
Araura College from Aitutaki proved that great things can come from unexpected places after making a strong debut in the Schools Badminton Tournament being held at the National Auditorium in Tupapa this week.
AKTT claims bronze medal at ‘successful’ Oceania Masters
Wednesday 5 June 2024 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Badminton, Sports
The Oceania Masters in Paradise 2024 Badminton tournament has proven successful with local team Kōrero o te ‘Ōrau’s ‘Ātui’anga ki te Tango (AKTT) winning a bronze medal in the 35+ competitive division.
Paradise serves up Badminton Masters
Friday 24 May 2024 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Badminton, Sports
Badminton Oceania Masters in Paradise 2024 tournament begins today with 60 international and 30 local players participating in the new “golden game” format at the National Sports Arena in Nikao.
Badminton masters tourney returns with record numbers
Tuesday 14 May 2024 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Badminton, Sports
Nineteen teams including seven from the Cook Islands will be participating in the Badminton Oceania Masters in Paradise 2024 tournament to be held from May 23-28 in Rarotonga.
Badminton U17 team wins silver
Thursday 22 February 2024 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Badminton, Sports
Cook Islands U17 team won silver at the 2024 VICTOR Oceania Championships U17 Invitational Team Challenge in Geelong, Victoria, Australia.
Cooks badminton team count down for Oceania Champs
Tuesday 6 February 2024 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in Badminton, Sports
Three teams of 16 players are getting ready for the 2024 VICTOR Oceania Championships in Geelong, Victoria, Australia.
Badminton Cook Islands gears up for busy 2024 season
Thursday 25 January 2024 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Badminton, Sports
Badminton Cook Islands has a busy year ahead, starting with the VICTOR Oceania Championships 2024 in Geelong, Victoria, Australia.
Mitiaro claims Air Badminton title
Thursday 18 January 2024 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Badminton, Sports
Mitiaro emerged victorious at the 2024 Cook Islands Beach Games air badminton finals, claiming the gold medal.
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.
Cook Islands’ debut ‘a success story’
Friday 29 September 2023 | Written by Supplied | Published in Badminton, Sports
The BWF World Junior Mixed Team Championships 2023 marks a landmark for Cook Islands as they make their debut at a BWF event. Their participation is a Shuttle Time success story, for all six members of the team have come up through BWF’s flagship schools programme.
Badminton doubles win medals at Zespri AIMS
Monday 11 September 2023 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Badminton, Sports
Badminton Cook Islands is proud of their young players’ performance at the Zespri AIMS Games in New Zealand.
Team Cook Islands excels in badminton at Zespri AIMS Games in New Zealand
Thursday 7 September 2023 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Badminton, Sports
Badminton Cook Islands team for the Zespri Games in New Zealand are doing well.
Tennis youngsters represent Cook Islands at 2023 AIMS Games, NZ
Friday 25 August 2023 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Badminton, Sports, Tennis
Three young Cook Islanders will represent Cook Islands in the tennis competition at the 2023 Zespri AIMS Games in New Zealand next month.
Apii Nikao win gold at Aotearoa sports camp
Thursday 24 August 2023 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Badminton, Sports
Apii Nikao has been sweeping up gold medals in the five-day Camp Adair student’s badminton competition held this week in Auckland East, Aotearoa New Zealand.
Cook Players recognised part of badminton development
Tuesday 18 July 2023 | Written by Supplied | Published in Badminton, Sports
Seven Cook Islands badminton players have been part of the Badminton Oceania and Manukau Badminton Pasifika programme.
Badminton teens return with medals
Thursday 13 July 2023 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Badminton, Sports
The Badminton Cook Islands team that represented Counties Manukau Badminton at the New Zealand 2023 Junior Team Championship have all returned home with their medals.
Badminton Raro reps in NZ comp
Tuesday 4 July 2023 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Badminton, Sports
Rarotonga based players Lana Aperau-Toa, Edon Teraitua, Te Pa Tupa and Tereapii Akavi will be competing in the New Zealand Junior Teams Championships in Palmerston North.
Close to 200 players turn up for Badminton Challenge
Wednesday 7 June 2023 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Badminton, Sports
The first night of the five-week Social Elite Challenge saw more than 170 players take to the courts representing their workplaces, government departments and family.
