Maya Montiel

Maya Montiel is a Canadian international prop who has established herself in the Premiership Women’s Rugby with Saracens before joining Trailfinders Women.

Maya made her Canada debut in 2022 and has since become part of the national side, earning selection for the 2025 Rugby World Cup in England. She was one of 11 players named in Canada’s squad for the tournament who were appearing at their first World Cup.

At club level, Maya joined Saracens in 2023 and quickly became an important part of their pack, earning praise for her power in the scrum and physicality around the pitch. She also successfully returned from an ACL injury during her time with the club.

Maya joined Trailfinders Women for the 2025/26 season and played a key role in the club’s historic run to its first-ever Premiership Women’s Rugby final, starting at tighthead in the final.