About Makena

Makena Lee is at her best when the game is on the line. A dynamic forward with a reputation for clutch performances, she thrives in the biggest moments.  A key player for PDA Legacy Blue 2009, Makena helped her team capture the U14 ECNL National Championship, scoring the game-winning goal in the final. She also netted the equalizer in the U13 ECNL National Finals and converted a decisive penalty in the U13 ECNL Round of 16. Most recently, Makena delivered yet another crucial goal—the equalizer in the U15 Nike Premier Cup semifinal, an international competition that PDA Blue went on to win.

A proven finisher, Makena has scored 42 career ECNL goals, including 18 during PDA Blue’s U14 National Championship season, ranking second on the team that season. Her goal-scoring consistency makes her a constant threat in the attacking third. Whether playing center forward or winger, she combines explosive pace, high soccer IQ, and clinical finishing with both feet, making her a nightmare matchup for defenders.

At the Baldwin School in Bryn Mawr, Pennsylvania, Makena has been a varsity starter since eighth grade and has already cemented her place as one of the program’s top scorers. She led Baldwin in scoring as both a freshman and sophomore, earning All-League honors both seasons.  This past season, Makena's teammates elected her team co-MVP, and co-captain for the 2025 season. With 59 career goals, she is already second on Baldwin's all-time scoring list—with two seasons still to play.

More than just a goal scorer, Makena is a leader who elevates those around her. She organizes the attack, communicates with teammates, and helps maintain possession under pressure. Known for her poise, work ethic, and ability to step up in big moments, Makena Lee is poised to make an immediate impact at the collegiate level.