LeagueNews.co | Jason Patrick
The Cook Islands Moana camp will be filled with celebration this week as the Kiria-Ratu sisters, Chantay and Annemarie, have a double delight despite their upcoming Test match against PNG.
Chantay, the older sibling and a standout player for the Titans, will be celebrating her 19th birthday on Friday.
Meanwhile, Annemarie, who turns 18 on Saturday, will be making her international debut in the Pacific Championships clash against the Orchids.
The sisters' celebrations mark a significant milestone for Annemarie, who has overcome a challenging period of more than a year on the sidelines due to an ACL injury.
This injury had threatened to deprive her of the joy of playing alongside her older sister.
However, she has made a special return to the field, adding an extra reason for celebration.
The Cook Islands Moana camp will surely be buzzing with excitement as the Kiria-Ratu sisters bask in their birthday festivities and Annemarie's return to play.
Despite the outcome of Sunday's Test match, this week will be a memorable one for the sisters, who have overcome obstacles and are now ready to showcase their skills on the international stage.