The Ilona Maher effect: How a whirlwind six months made her the face of rugby – and so much more
From Paris 2024 and the SI Swimsuit cover to “Dancing with the Stars” and a contract with the Bristol Bears, Ilona Maher’s life has changed dramatically in less than a year. She tells CNN how it feels to become “America’s sweetheart.
Ilona Maher Reveals Devastating Rugby Injury: ‘Truly Not OK’
Olympic rugby star Ilona Maher is on the mend after a rough collision during a recent match with her new team, the Bristol Bears.
Olympian Ilona Maher Is ‘Not OK' After Breaking Her Nose in Rugby Match
Olympian Ilona Maher is nursing a brutal injury following a violent collision in a recent Bristol Bears rugby match. Maher, 28, shared an update via Instagram on Saturday, January 18, writing, "When people keep asking me if I'm OK but I just broke my nose.
Ilona Maher happy to be a rugby superstar ‘but it can’t just be me’
The USA Eagles player is also not worried about a potential U.S. ban on TikTok, a platform she has amassed over three million followers on.
US rugby star Ilona Maher celebrates her first start for Bristol Bears with a try
U.S. rugby star Ilona Maher has celebrated her first start for the Bristol Bears by powering over for a try in a 41-31 victory at the Exeter Chiefs.
Ilona Maher Shares Her Most Starstruck Moment at the Paris Olympics
Ilona Maher became a quick international sensation at the 2024 Paris Olympics thanks to her relatable social media videos and the United States women's rugby team winning a bronze medal, the first Team USA rugby Olympic medal in history.
Rugby star Ilona Maher breaks nose in professional home debut, shows off on Instagram
U.S. Olympian rugby standout Ilona Maher broke her nose in her first home match with the Bristol Bears this past weekend.
U.S. rugby star Ilona Maher gets first start for Bristol Bears
U.S. rugby star Ilona Maher is set to make her first start for the Bristol Bears on January 12 at the Exeter Chiefs.
Interviewer asks Ilona Maher how she deals with imposter syndrome
Interviewer asks Ilona Maher how she deals with imposter syndrome. Source: CNN
Ilona Maher interviewer faces backlash over 'imposter syndrome' question
Fans have come to the defense of Team USA rugby fan favorite Ilona Maher on social media following an awkward exchange during an interview with a CNN anchor.
Ilona Maher doesn't have imposter syndrome: 'It's OK to be proud.' See viral clip
"It's OK to believe you deserve something because you put in the work for it," Ilona Maher said in the viral clip.
Ilona Maher Is Adjusting to Rugby Life in England and a Newly Broken Nose: 'I Want to Be the Best Player' (Exclusive)
Ilona Maher is playing a new type of rugby in England. In a bid to make the USA Women’s Eagles Rugby World Cup squad, the ...
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Ilona Maher Fans Call Her a 'Girl's Girl': 'Women Supporting Women'
Ilona Maher’s fans are applauding the rugby star for her dedication to supporting other women no matter what. The 28-year-old ...
Ilona Maher Reveals Gnarly Broken Nose From Violent Tackle During First Start With Bristol Bears Rugby Club
Ilona Maher made her first home start for the Bristol Bears on Saturday. Although the match went extremely well for her team, it did not go as well for ...
Ilona Maher Jokes 'Stop Fighting Over Me' After Showing Off Bruises from Broken Nose
Rugby star Ilona Maher broke her nose from 'a little knock' during a Bristol Bears match. The athlete then joked about her bruises on Instagram.
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Olympic Bronze Medalist Ilona Maher Sends Powerful Message to Trolls Questioning Women’s Rugby
The online world can often be a ground for negativity, and women’s rugby is no stranger to harsh judgment and unwarranted criticism. The post Olympic Bronze Medalist Ilona Maher Sends Powerful Message ...