When the annals of Cook Islands football are written, the weekend’s events will undeniably claim a chapter of their own. The Senior Women’s Knockout Final of the Rarotonga Football Season bore witness to a spectacle that was nothing short…
Cook Islands Football Association (CIFA) has appointed Jess Ibrom, the current academy director, as the new head coach for the Cook Islands men’s team. Ibrom will lead the team until 2026 (in line with the World Cup cycle) thus…
The beautiful island of Atiu was abuzz with excitement as seventeen enthusiastic participants gathered for a three-day Junior Coaching Course, delivered by Jess Ibrom, the CIFA National Academy Director. This event not only focused on honing the coaching skills…
The Cook Islands football teams proudly departed for the Solomon Islands on Tuesday morning, gearing up to represent their country at the 2023 Pacific Games. A total of 33 players and team officials boarded the plane, accompanied by fellow…
In a rescheduled round 15 match between Avatiu FC and Matavera-Ngatangiia FC this Monday, the women’s teams faced off in a fight for the esteemed Islander Hotel Women’s Championship title. The game, which was initially planned for Thursday, had…
As the excitement of Round 14 of the local football league came to an end, fans witnessed some amazing matches across all age categories. From the youngest Under-8 teams displaying their budding skills to the senior Premier Men’s teams…
In an intense game that took place over the weekend, Tupapa FC faced off against Avatiu FC’s Premier Men’s team in the deciding match for the prestigious Tower Insurance Premiership title. Both teams were eager for victory and prepared…
Two of the Cook Islands Football referees returned on Thursday from a five-day trip to New Zealand, where one referee, Penina Katuke, had the opportunity to attend the OFC Elite Women’s Referee Program. The programme, which ran for three…
The weekly Rarotonga football 2023 season games will be held at two locations today – CIFA Field and Tupapa Field. The matches feature a full day of exciting action with games scheduled across Under-15 Boys, U15 Girls, U18 Men,…
The excitement was palpable as young football stars took to the pitches for their Under 6 matches today. The future of football looks promising, with these talented U6 players showcasing their skills in two thrilling games. On pitch 1,…
