Makena Cook, a high school sophomore from Costa Mesa, CA, has witnessed firsthand the rapid growth of flag football. What began as a spontaneous decision to join an all-boys team during recess has ...

When it comes to throwing a football, perhaps no girl in the Southland can do it with more accuracy and distance than Makena Cook. The Orange Lutheran sophomore is relishing the quarterback role and ...

The arm strength forced defenses to spread out and cover more distance on the field. The threat of the run kept the opposition off balance. And the fiery personality energized teammates. Orange ...

In a highly anticipated duel of the Southland’s top quarterbacks, Makena Cook threw three touchdown passes to keep the Orange Lutheran flag football team unbeaten with a 20-13 victory over Trinity ...

Jaden Jefferson’s ability to improvise and get the ball to his fast receivers has helped Cathedral pick up wins over Loyola and Chaminade this season en route to a 4-0 record going into Friday’s game ...

IRVINE — Orange Lutheran’s Makena Cook described her recovery from a broken leg in February as a long, “unseen journey” full of struggle but guided by faith. On Wednesday, both elements helped Cook ...

Last year’s theme for the Orange Lutheran flag football team was “Set the Standard.” The Lancers did just that, finishing 23-2 and defeating Newport Harbor 20-18 to win the inaugural Southern Section ...

Orange Lutheran quarterback Makena Cook throws a pass during a game against Eastvale Roosevelt on Sept. 5. (Steve Galluzzo / For The Times) When it comes to throwing a football, perhaps no girl in the ...