Rugby Star Ilona Maher Has A MESSAGE For Her Haters

[@DanielaRosas-u8e]

I love how she makes sure she gives credit to her teammates and constantly gives shoutouts. This speaks volumes of the team's closure and who they are at heart. Ilona has been an incredible advocate and I hope she is given a larger platform to continue. Also, all these girls need some sort of sponsorship!

[@josemartinez5432]

Ilona you are amazing. Congratulations !! to you and the entire Rugby team. Inspiring! Thank you!!

[@mairedaly4926]

That woman is what we Irish call... 'The Craic'. She's such a blast.

[@MrCravendish]

So glad Ilona is getting all the recognition she deserves! What a great ambassador for the sport and let's hope this enthusiasm for rugby in the US grows ahead of the 2031 men's world cup.

[@rikkiechambers4959]

I saw her video where the haters made her cry and it made so fucking angry then I saw the one from Paris about all body types participating in the Olympics and I just wanna hug her and then have a drink with her ! What and inspiring human and and awesome role model for millions of young women everywhere, thank you for bringing home a medal for team USA , but so much more thank you for showing the world what strong women can do , you fucking rock 🇺🇸❤️🤍💙

[@vmangani]

A beautiful strong woman the kind that scares weak men and women.

[@1goldenratiopolitics]

Luisa Madrigal!💪

[@TeWhero]

Casual rugby fans need to realise how big of a deal it is for the USA to beat Australia, Australia consistently finish in the top two in the regular circuit.

[@georgiegorge6679]

Aussie grandad here who loves all sport , in the rugby7s the USA and Canada were fantastic , usually Australia and our Kiwi cousins are at the top . this was one of the best rugby 7s . you should all be proud of your USA and Canadian teams they were great 👏👏👏👏💖💖💖💖🥰🥰🫡

[@necroflowers2244]

Ilona, my 13 year old daughter is absolutely in awe of you. She never watched rugby before, and she watched the Olympics with me and fell in love with the sport. To her, you are a superhero. She wants to play rugby and she aspires to be a strong athlete like you! Thank you for putting yourself out there, in the media so young girls such as my daughter can have such powerful inspirations.

[@anthonyedwards2024]

She seems like a really cool person with a joyous spirit.

[@MrSpleenboy]

Beast on the pitch. Beauty off it. Great sense of humour. How can anyone not like this woman?

[@brentwalker8596]

Right? A strong woman like her is a threat to the conservative guys who want a trad.wife Barbie doll.

[@sugarsalt6637]

I fully expect some sort of documentary movie about this team within the next decade!

[@PonyTailGoalie]

Shes so down to earth haha love her so funny congrats womens Rugby

[@realpirate]

Self-confidence is the most attractive trait . Congratulations to your team, on getting the funding and showing the world how many things a woman can do and be . You shine ❤ #rolemodel

[@nahaaniimataal]

Congrats from NZ to you Ilona and to the rest of the US 7s Girls...Well done!👍👍

[@FRanceSource]

Ilona is a riot not to mention a brilliant Gold medal winner. So proud for her and those who love her. Magnifique!

[@joesmith4443]

Bronze*

[@CarCoSaNoLa]

Troll

[@jamesmartin9401]

To the shitheads who have to say something about her not being, what, a supermodel? SHE PLAYS RUGBY!!! WTF did you expect? She's not fat or huge. She's SOLID. You know, like a RUGBY PLAYER!!!!

[@elizabethmorgan293]

I referred to my chihuahua as fat, & my vet said he's not fat, he's sturdy. She is also sturdy, & that's a good thing.

[@cbcarter63]

Exactly!

[@TonyaS]

She’s a riot! Congrats to the US women’s team!

[@yeahletsunpackthat]

I love this chick!! ❤

[@Lstanfield]

Why is it when someone excels in anything haters suddenly appear? Ilona is a beautiful and powerful young woman who has dedicated herself to being the best version of herself she can be. Her power and physical prowess is certainly evident. But that, in no way, diminishes her obvious beauty. I know she would be a person to admire and appreciate for her accomplishments even if she didn’t possess the beauty that she obviously has.

[@ads2686]

because the world is full of wankers. it's just sad.

[@melanieb1442]

1) Ilona is a legend. She is amazing both on and off the rugby pitch. 2) Scott Evans needs a raise for this interview alone. His genuine joy for her makes me smile. His questions were so thoughtful. Them making each other laugh was adorable. One of the best Olympic interviews I saw this year. Period.

[@morrisanderson818]

Well done,watched your video's when you travelled to NZ during the Rugby World Cup, Well done for the bronze medal, especially against Aus,

[@hintex487]

Ilona Maher is a total boss! So proud of her and the team's bronze medal win.

[@Saxony984]

I love this woman.❤

[@usctrojans001]

What an Inspiration and that Phrase "Make the Jersey Better" Needs to Resonate with Every Player on Team USA. Well Done!

[@NicholasHeywood-o6p]

Love this girl !!! America should be proud of their rugby 7s bronze medal, not trying to body shame these champion athletes !! Us kiwis love rugby because there’s a place for all shapes and sizes in Rugby !! Kia Kaha Ilona !! You rock girl !!!!

[@sleepingovation]

Awesome athlete

[@3101home]

It’s so satisfying to see our USA women doing well in the Olympics especially in sports that have been for decades/centuries only been available for the men..

[@Marymary-ik1bx]

Joy🎉Congratulations, so proud of all of our Olympians. Goddesses, all of you🌞

[@MTBPA]

Amazing!!! Bombshell Victory!! KUDOS to you and your teammates 👏👏👏👏👏

[@SajuukGold]

You folks are awesome keep being yourself and being free I love it all !!!!!!!!

[@moniquevandercar1950]

Her lil “what?” At 2:03 😭🫶🫶

[@rivermania10]

Ilona needs to be on DWTS!!!!

[@liftedbythewind9002]

Insanely likable human being!

[@billconnolly4722]

Ilona is awsome!! You go, girl!

[@vinceA3748]

How can this gal possibly have haters? She is a sweetheart. People are isane.

[@ads2686]

most of her haters are men who have never been with a woman. it's as simple as that. Can almost guarantee anyone who hates her or insults her over her looks spend their days on twitter twitting elon musk telling him how great he is.

[@malousmom9231]

Anyone interested in Ilona has to understand she is a GODDESS!!

[@robertcollins2085]

F THE HATERS you do you ❤ gurl

[@marramamberta321]

Amazing and beautiful.

[@perch8376]

Such a compelling person!

[@Jubbadew]

yo yo Ilona Maher is the true wonder woman! and I adore your look Ilona, as a man you are crazy levels of beautiful!!!!!

[@billmago7991]

Ilona has the respect of all the Rugby nations ,she's an incredable athlete I would love to see the US women tour Australia NZ 🇭🇲🇭🇲👍👍

[@LouisCapps-p3z]

What a woman 🥰

[@manudrz]

She's so cool, sadly I don't have tik tok, too old for that but I like her attitude so much! Will her vlogs be available here on youtube ? Greatings from Normandie, France 😊

[@ads2686]

she also has her own youtube channel now. she started it just before the Olympics

[@mario_G155]

IIona is a BOSS! She is an Olympic champion and an amazing person.

[@1teamski]

She really is one amazing woman. Wow.

[@cbcarter63]

Why haters? I know they made me proud!

[@mr.runtz8007]

She lowkey beautiful asl…

[@DanielaRosas-u8e]

Low key? she's so freaking stunning!

[@sapper547]

❤ An amazing young woman, spectacular athlete! I was so astounded that some pathetic troll would try to body shame you. ❤

[@joannbates6189]

Do not even read the hateful comments. You are inspirational. You are beautiful and I love your dimples.❤

[@WillieSherman-cq9uo]

Keep up the good Queen

[@malousmom9231]

Why is she so so cute!!! Wish there were role models like this when I was young!!! Big boned girls rejoice!! There was no social media but there were girls calling me “cow” on the hockey field, cause I was a big-boned, intense, and aggressive female athlete.

[@roystewart9995]

I'm a big fan of both you Ilona and Naya Tapper and Alex Sedrick she thinks quick and backs herself. I just watch the games but I wasn't aware of all the negative talk going on. I don't know if it's just me but Woman's Rugby has really taken off really quick from where it used to be to where it is now. My best wishes and just keep doing what you are doing greetings from Australia.

[@mr.anything424]

What a fantastic woman

[@ItsMe-fs4df]

She is like a walking billboard for the awesomeness that is rugby. I'd love to have a couple in the clubrooms after a match with her, what a crack up

[@b-money5133]

Boo to the haters!! Keep kickin’ a$$ out on the rugby pitch for Team USA!

[@maddexq9107]

Who’d a thunk Flavah Flav and Snoop Dogg would be champion advocates and fans of GRRRLLLL sports!? Luv luv luv Ilona Maher for championing women’s sports and positive female body image - it’s about damn time! She’s so positive, so funny, and enthusiastic. Not only a bad ass rugby player, but all around great sports booster and girl power booster.

[@RheaHolms]

I think you look great. You are so fit. Congratulations on your bronze medal.

[@flashbrito6]

Bae 😍

[@PeterEskraus-w3s]

Big world!

[@IainMacaulayce]

rugby is the best team game I played

[@K.Guillaume]

beautiful

[@BeatriceTrang-bq3sz]

What haters? She's fucking rad

[@calstott]

You’re a rockstar

[@terryjoseph1249]

Simply put, she's hot ❤, with such a beautiful smile, a lovely positive attitude, my GOD what more could a man want ❤

[@NebraskaGonvilleJones]

🔥

[@janemelrose7208]

Ilona you’re a little ripper . 😂😂

[@marcc482]

LOL… this young lady is intelligent, articulate, funny and seems to be humble !!! She is amazing ….

[@Lao_Xiashi]

She is funny, She is cute, and She is beautiful, What's to hate? Seriously.

[@nikeyrawhide2873]

She has no "haters"..a lot of jealous people out there though//

[@symonyoung9388]

It's only been 4 years for New Zealand 😅😂

[@scottsevers6194]

Come and live in Australia. Play pro, try Rugby league...you have to play for the Sydney city Roosters 😊😊😊

[@ads2686]

think she will stick with rugby 7's especially with the next Olympics in LA. Plus since the usa women's team won a medal they'll probably get more sponsorship. Also she probably makes alot of money of tiktok

[@asher45s]

Beast Beauty.Brains.

[@JosephDuenas]

Is it just me, or does Ilona look like a Jennifer Gardner Hulk? She can throw me over her shoulders any time.

[@Jubbadew]

Yo Ilona, Im a single man and I adore your look, you have the such an amazing smile, those dimples are so dang cute! Let's go out on a date, pretty please!!!! lol yeah right in my dreams.

[@pita3908]

rugby is a team sport and not about 1 individual share the screen with the rest of team.

[@jamessalemi1477]

SIMPLE : Nooo...YOUR NEW BOYFRIEND ??

[@thefinkle]

genetic male

[@billedgar5861]

Big dude

[@anthonyswann9167]

So nothing special. Just a average rugby player think she's great talk her self up come to new New Zealand play in Auckland women's rugby competition or rugby league in South Auckland.,we got some way skillful players than you ..

[@kingq4113]

Broooo stfuuu 😂 stop being a hater you hua, ilona is allowed to talk up the USA should not have gotten bronze over Aussie let them talk there shit!

[@felipenunez2058]

Great rugby is your sport come play some basketball, football, hockey or baseball oh yeah thats right you won't be able to compete. Wait till the US pays more attention to rugby we might take that too.

[@Rugby-fan-007]

​​@@felipenunez2058the US are overrated they aren't the world champions in basketball or baseball at the moment their main sports so how do you think you would dominate rugby you can't even get your own Americas cup off NZ lol.

[@Rugby-fan-007]

​​@@felipenunez2058btw softball doesn't even register in NZ yet they dominated for 20 years so not being your main sport is an excuse NZ have won many sports that aren't our main sports and with only 5 million.

[@Rugby-fan-007]

It's special for the US.

[@shafedpoozay6709]

HE'S PLAYING AGAINST WOMEN😮😮😮

[@K.Guillaume]

You'll be a virgin forever

[@anncarter5945]

Man or woman ?

[@yeahletsunpackthat]

One of each, who knew huh.. 🤦‍♀️

[@Ghost-ln2dm]

Olympic medalist

[@Deletthis-gp7yy]

It's cheating. Feel for women that have to tackle this person

[@AGYAL4L]

Shes a women obviously, L bait

[@pilgrimwanders]

@@Deletthis-gp7yy you do realize that she is a Cis woman? Born a woman. Not Trans. has a uterus, the whole nine yards. You all are so focused on 'clocking' trans people that you attack everyone who doesn't fit your made up idea of a woman.

[@jamessalemi1477]

SIMPLE : RUGBY, LIKE OLYMPIC WEIGHTLIFTING IS NOT AN NCAA SPORT. ITS IMPOSSIBLE, ALMOST, TO MEDAL WITHOUT NCAA SCHOLARSHIP/CHAMPIONSHIPS. WRESTLING, GYMNASTICS, TRACK, SWIMMING ALL MEDAL, ALL NCAA SPORTS. GO LADY EAGLES❤ COACH JAMES OLYMPIC WEIGHTLIFTING 🏋

[@philmillieret1899]

congratulations mademoiselle! you are beautiful, fun, talented and dedicated. thank you for Paris from Paris.

[@Xxtz-ur4hj]

Your Dream Date lives in NZ in the many rugby teams many choices