Ilona Maher made a significant impact in her debut for Bristol Bears, attracting 9,240 fans to Ashton Gate, surpassing the previous record and setting a new standard for women’s rugby attendance in the UK. Despite playing only 20 minutes, Maher’s…
In a thrilling match, Saracens bounced back from a previous defeat to Bath, defeating Bristol Bears and halting their impressive run of 10 consecutive away wins in the Premiership. The hosts built a solid 15-point lead by half-time, thanks to…
Ilona Maher, newly signed by the Bristol Bears, will debut from the bench in their Premiership Women’s Rugby match against Gloucester-Hartpury. The match, moved to Ashton Gate due to high ticket demand, is expected to draw nearly 8,000 fans. Maher,…
Sale Sharks dominated the match against Bristol Bears with a remarkable 38-0 win at Ashton Gate, marking Bristol’s worst home defeat in eight years. Key performances included Rob du Preez scoring 15 points and tries from Raffi Quirke, Tom Roebuck,…
Leinster began their Investec Champions Cup campaign with a convincing victory over Bristol Bears, winning 34-20 at Ashton Gate. Fly-half Sam Prendergast led the scoring with 20 points, including two tries in the second half. New signing Jordie Barrett and…
As rugby player Maher transitions back to XV-a-side rugby, she acknowledges the importance of social media in amplifying the women’s game. Having focused on sevens, Maher emphasizes the significance of self-promotion for female athletes. With a master’s degree in business,…
Jess Maher, a prominent female rugby player, reflects on her journey transitioning from sevens to 15-a-side rugby and emphasizes the importance of social media in promoting the sport. With a master’s degree in business, Maher highlights the financial struggles female…
Newly-signed Ilona Maher has infused the Bristol Bears dressing room with enthusiasm, according to fly-half Holly Aitchison. The American Olympic bronze medallist’s arrival has created a ‘massive buzz’ among teammates, as they embrace her energy and personality. Aitchison highlights Maher’s…
