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Editor’s note: This story is part of Peak, The Athletic’s desk covering leadership, personal development and success through the lens of sports. Follow Peak here.
You might have heard of Ilona Maher for the first time during the 2024 Olympics, when she helped the United States win its first medal in rugby.
Or maybe you were introduced to her later that year when she finished runner-up on “Dancing with the Stars.”
Or perhaps you’ve come across her on Instagram, where she has 5.2 million followers.
