Makenna Johnson commits to Nebraska for flag football
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Nov 3, 2026, 11:25 PM
Last updated Nov 3, 2026

Makenna Johnson, a senior at Liberty High in Arizona, has committed to play flag football at Nebraska. This marks a historic moment as Johnson becomes the first active Arizona prep flag player to commit to a Power Four school for varsity flag football. Nebraska is currently the only Power Four university offering flag football as a varsity sport. During her high school season, Johnson has showcased her skills as a two-way player, securing 83 receptions for 935 yards and 12 touchdowns while also recording four interceptions. Johnson's decision follows her recent visit to Nebraska and comes as interest in flag football grows, with its inclusion as an Olympic sport in 2028.
- •Makenna Johnson is a senior at Liberty High in Arizona.
- •She becomes the first Arizona player to commit to a Power Four school.
- •Johnson has 83 receptions for 935 yards this season.
- •Flag football is growing in visibility, set to be an Olympic sport in 2028.
- •Timing of the commitment coincides with the announcement of a new professional flag league.
- 11:25 PMYahoo Sports — History made. Liberty High player commits to Nebraska for flag football
"Senior wide receiver and defensive back Makenna Johnson is the first active Arizona prep to commit to a Power Four school for flag.
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