Ilona Delsing Rosa Maher OLY (/ ɪˈloʊnə ˈmɑːr / il-OH-nə MAR; born August 12, 1996) [2] is an American rugby union player. As of December 2024, she has signed for Bristol Bears in the Premiership Women's Rugby league and began playing for them in January 2025. [3]

Feb 27, 2025 · Ilona Maher is more than an athlete. One of USA TODAY's Women of the Year, she is breaking beauty standards and helping uplift women.

Dec 4, 2024 · Ilona Maher was one of the stars of the US Olympics Rugby Sevens team on the side’s way to winning bronze. Her mastery of social media helped her to overtake Siya Kolisi …

An Olympic bronze medallist and the world's most followed rugby player on social media, Ilona Maher is undoubtedly one of the biggest names in rugby. With over eight million followers across her social media platforms, including 4.6 million on Instagram, Maher has become a household name in the sport over the past four years.

Jul 31, 2024 · U.S. women's rugby sevens center Ilona Maher has dominated the Olympics, both on the pitch and on social media. Here's what to know about the rising star — and the rising sport.

Mar 8, 2025 · Ilona Maher's spell in British rugby broke new ground. Her authentic star power has rubbed off on her family too

Jan 22, 2025 · She won a historic bronze medal as a member of the US Women’s Rugby Sevens squad, graced the cover of Sports Illustrated’s “Swimsuit Edition,” finished runner-up on “Dancing...

Jul 30, 2024 · Ilona Maher is lighting up the Olympic Games with her rugby sevens skills and some hilarious videos around the village at Paris 2024. The U.S. athlete scored tries in all three group games and helped Team USA to a first ever medal in the event, a bronze, after their dramatic 14-12 win against Australia on Tuesday (30 July).

1 day ago · Bristol Bears fans received major news on Thursday, as the club celebrated Ilona Maher’s impact during her short but memorable stint with the team. The club posted on Instagram, showcasing a ...

Aug 1, 2024 · PARIS (AP) — Ilona Maher, America’s rugby-playing social media sweetheart, walked onto the terrace of Team USA House carrying a sandwich, the United States’ first ever rugby sevens Olympic medal hanging around her neck.