Mattel launched new one-of-a-kind Barbies made in the likeness of four rugby players from across the globe, including U.S. Olympic medalist Ilona Maher .

Mattel announced Team Barbie — Maher, English player Ellie Kildunne, New Zealander Portia Woodman-Wickliffe and French player Nassira Konde — on Oct. 6, encouraging young girls to "own their confidence proudly."

The launch of the four one-of-a-kind dolls comes ahead of International Day of the Girl on Oct. 11. Krista Berger, senior vice president of Barbie, said in a news release that Mattel is "committed to breaking down the barriers — from gender stereotypes to self-doubt — that hold girls back from realizing their limitless potential."

Left to right: France's Nassira Konde, Iloha Maher of the U.S., England's Ellie Kildunne and N

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