Makayla is a former NCAA gymnast at Oregon State University. She gained a full athletic scholarship at her college.

She has been in this sport for 15 years. She was the US national team member from 2004-05.

Makayla has bagged many achievements as a gymnast, being the 2013 Oregon State University Female Athlete of the Year, NCAA PAC10 Freshman of the Year, and a 6-time NCAA All-American.

Moreover, Makayla won two NCAA PAC championships in 2011 and 2013, respectively.

After her playing career, she took part as a Summer camp counselor at her university and conducted practice sessions to hone their gymnastics skills.

Hekker was also involved as a Gymnastics coach for the Byers Center, California, from 2007 to 2009.

Makayla's career as a Diet Expert

Makayla Hekker is a Representative for the JuicePlus organization in 2023.

She has been working there since August 2015. The firm helps to provide plant-based nutrition advice. She helps people of various age groups with their wellness and product consumption.

Before that, she used to work as a Volunteer Assistant Coach at Lindenwood University from September 2013 to January 2016. Her role was to choreograph a dance for the floor exercises and create team assignments.

Makayla volunteered as a Summer Staff in the Washington Family Ranch in July 2013. There, she cleaned and maintained facilities and aided the middle schoolers in their faith.

Her early career began in the Youth Entering Sobriety residential program in January 2013. She led group therapy and taught life-training skills to the youth.

Johnny has been dating Makayla Hekker since their Oregan State University days.

The couple was first seen together on Johnny's Instagram on 24th April 2012. He captioned the image that he loved his girl a lot.

Johnny's early dating life

Their early romance moments saw them going to churches and surfing together. Johnny also went to his friend's marriage ceremony with Makayle in April 2013.

He celebrated St. Patty's day with Makayle on 27th March 2014. He stated in his caption that he had a blast with green beer and good old-fashioned tomfoolery.

The couple also went to watch the game of the St. Louis Cardinals' baseball match in April 2014.

They also shared a fun night watching the Godzilla movie on 13th May 2014 at the cinemas.

Johnny's proposal in July 2014

Johnny proposed to his sweetheart Makayla on 6th July 2014.

The punter shared the good news on his Instagram. He remarked that he liked her and put a ring on her. He was thrilled that Makayla was going to be a Hekker.

Makayla's friend congratulated her union and ecstatically stated her approval and added how she could be so late in finding such a happy moment.

Makayle also shared the proposal on her social media and joyfully penned, "Overwhelmed with love for this guy."

They bought a new house in March 2015

Makayla and Jihnny bought their new home on 6th March 2015.

Johnny expressed his excitement by stating that they were homeowners now. He also praised God for bringing the pair where they were right now.

Matt Overton, the Dallas Cowboys Long Snapper, commented on whether he could visit their new residence. Johnny replied that he bet he would.

Johnny married gymnast Makayla in June 2015.

The couple had their wedding ceremony in Seattle, Washington. They selected this location for their event because they have a mutual love for the Pacific Northwest and many family ties.

They chose the Fremont Foundry venue and had the wedding planner, Perfectly Posh Events. They had Holly Patton Olsen for the design and planned the ceremony.

The couple's vision was to create an urban atmosphere with a mixture of modern and vintage that expressed the Pacific Northwest environment.

They hired a professional photographer Alexandra Grace Photography to capture their memorable moments, and the floral design duties were set for Studio 3 Floral Design.

Holly also incorporated an ice cream sandwich food and a slow-motion booth at the marriage reception so that the friends and relatives could enjoy their night. Their marriage ceremony was also featured in Style Me Pretty.

Johnny Hekker family consists of a son Jeet and a daughter Maya Hekker.

The couple lives in Edmonton, Washington. They have shared many memorable moments about their family life on social media.

Jeet Hekker

Jeet Hekker is the firstborn child who was born in 2018.

Makayla shared his first Instagram picture on March 1, 2018, sharing her utmost dedication to motherhood and how much her son meant to her.

Jeet got to visit his dad during his training sessions on June 14, 2018. Makayla joked about how her kid had her wrapped around his little fingers. Johnny also humorously commented that Jeet was a Baldie.

Moreover, Makayla also took Jeet to Thousand Oaks, California, for swimming on May 7, 2018. She captioned on her IG that it was pool day for her little baby, and he could cure any bad vibes.

Maya Hekker

Maya Hekker is the second child who was born in August 2016.

She talked about her due date promising her little baby that she would be patient and let God lead her. She also thanked her sister, Mariah, for always being with her during tough times.

Makayla took her daughter to the Pinnacles National Park on February 25, 2021. She carried Maya in the baby carrier and stated in the caption, "shout out to the mom squad." one user talked about his experience there, saying it was a great summer location for adventuring.

On April 7, 2022, Makayla took her children to witness the Tulip Festival at Skagit Valley. She also shared a humorous Instagram photo of Jett having fun with the flowers.

Hekkers Christmas with Upward Bound House families

Johnny and Makayla celebrated their 2021 Christmas by giving gifts to the families of the Upward Bound House.

They bought meals and other gifts for the people who were just getting out of the homeless situation.

Molly Higgins, the vice president of LA Rams' Community Affairs, assisted in the distribution of the purchased gifts.

The couple communicated with the kids via Zoom and hoped that they could experience lots of Go's love during the holiday season. Many guardians also expressed their gratitude for the punter and his spouse.