Ali & Noah
Wedding Party
Ella Hackett
Maid of Honor
Ella is a sweet friend that I met my freshman year at App. I'd be lying if I said I wasn't EXTREMELY intimidated by Ella's cool presence at first, but I quickly overcame that as I learned how genuine and kind this sweet soul is. Ella is a best friend turned roommate and the 2 years I got to share the "west wing" of The Bump with her are 2 years that I will cherish forever. While finding friends who understood my need for security and stability in a friendship has always been difficult for me, Ella has remained a consistent friend. She shows up exactly when and where I need her and for that I am so grateful to have her in my life. This day would not be the same without my spunky girl standing next to me!
Craig Thompson
Best Man
When I think of the words "Best Man" I can't picture anyone other than my father. Dad is someone who has been there for me in my best moments and most definitely my worst moments. I couldn't have asked for a better father who is also my dearest friend. Dad was a great coach to me growing up as well. Some of my best memories were on the road driving to travel football, basketball, and especially baseball games. He is always very loose and goofy which I hold in high value as a role model. I know that if I want to laugh, cry, or to just be myself, I can be with my dad. Today, we have many phone calls a day talking about our Mountaineers, Blue Devils, golf, and just a time to tell each other "love you man".
Kate Reinhard
Matron of Honor
Kate is a roommate, a friend, a teammate, but most importantly a lifelong sister. Kate and I met our freshman year at App State, and we immediately clicked. Our dorms were across the parking lot from each other and one of my favorite memories were our 7 a.m. walks from the dorms to the solarium where we would catch up about school, friends, and everything in between. Kate is so special. She has a heart that mirrors that of Jesus and it is so evident in the way she loves me and others. She is a goofy girl who's dance moves can fill a room with laughter. I love her more than she will ever know, and I hope to be friends for a very long time. I truly can't imagine this day without her next to me!
Michael Allen
Groomsman
Michael and I became friends our freshman year at Appalachian State. I remember the first day that I met Michael it was one of those awkward freshman meet ups in Varsity gym. I was told from another friend that I needed to meet this dude and we introduced ourselves. The following Sunday, I saw him at church and went up to him and said "what's up man?" his response... "hey I'm Michael". I don't exactly remember the development of our relationship, but it was almost as if we instantly became friends from then on, and I couldn't be happier. We went on to live together the next three years at our college crib. We shared the Big Room together and many memories. We've seen each other fall in love and do stuff to our hair. It's a blessing to have Michael stand with me on Ali and I's wedding day.
Jessica Stech
Bridesmaid
Jessica has been my best friend from birth. While I may be stuck with her as a cousin, she quickly became my go-to person to share my everyday drama and gossip with. From sleepovers to birthday parties to hours of phone calls and facetimes, our lives were pretty inseparable from the start. It's been the sweetest thing to be able to grow up the same age and share some of our greatest life events together, like proms, graduations, and heading off to college. Jessica has always been a friend that understood exactly what I was going through from a very young age. We have dreamed about this wedding day, so of course she will be standing right by my side!
Chris Owens
Groomsman
On the first day of sixth grade, I was at a new school with a lot of unfamiliar faces. I walked into the classroom and plopped down at my desk with 3 other people that I have never seen before. I was wearing the freshest pair of '98 Nike Air Max that I have ever owned. Chris was sitting at the table and said, "I like your shoes" and I said "thanks" then he said "imma steal them". And ever since, we have been best friends. Chris has by far been my closest friend, more so though, a brother. Growing up with 2 sisters, I was always craving to know what it was like to have a brother, and when I met Chris, I instantly had that. We were attached at the hip all throughout middle and high school. As hard as we tried, we couldn't get rid of each other, and I am so blessed to have my brother Chris.
Kyra Spiegel
Bridesmaid
Little sis #1! Kyra may seem like a sweet, shy teenage girl, but don't be fooled because she is a true spitfire (Keeks take it as a compliment, hahaha!). Kyra was the best news ever when six-year-old me found out she was getting a little sister. I was so excited to have someone to teach all about clothes, makeup, boys, and everything else I daydreamed a sister relationship looked like. Fifteen years later and our relationship is exactly that. I have loved teaching sweet Kyra how to do everything girly! I have loved getting the privilege to be her big sister, her shoulder to cry on, her subject of not so funny jokes, and her first call when Jacob is driving her crazy. This day would truly not be the same without my little sister.
Bailey Robinson
Groomsman
B-Rob has been one of my closest friends since middle school. Bailey and I started our friendship as teammates on our travel baseball team. We traveled all over to compete and got after it on the diamond. Since then, our friendship has only grown. We were challenged with never being at the same school, but I am super grateful that we have been able to continue our friendship. Bailey and I also are natural competitors. We love to play video games, settlers of catan, and golf. Being from Pinehurst, we have multiple memories of getting out on the golf course and hacking it around and just being together in that moment. I truthfully cherish our times walking or riding down the fairway just talking about life and letting loose. Now, Bailey is in LA and I miss him dearly. Come back please.
Olivia Isley
Bridesmaid
My sweet Liv! She may look young, but she is wise beyond her years. Yes, I am her older sister, but Olivia has taught me so much in our 12 years of sisterhood. She is the spunkiest, sassiest, and goofiest little girl I know, and she is loved by everyone she meets. I have had the honor of watching her grow through the toughest of situations and she has carried herself with beauty and grace through it all. I love her more than she will ever know, and I am so excited she will be a part of my big day!
Jacob Spiegel
Groomsman
By far the most interesting human being I know, in the most loving way. Jacob is the little brother that I have always wanted. He's weird, funny, unfiltered, but most importantly a loving brother. It has absolutely been the biggest privilege getting to watch Jacob grow into the man he's becoming these past two years. Jacob and I have had many games playing catch out in the yard and talking sports. I love getting to come home and turn on the TV and just watch ball with Jacob. Jacob is also low-key competitive and sneaky good at every board and card game. All I'm saying is don't play logo party with him. I look forward to October 8th to make it official on calling Jacob my brother (in law).
Jordan Hart
Bridesmaid
Big sister #1! If you know me well you know that I was convinced Jordan didn't like me for the first few months, haha! I was very intimidated by Jordan's laid-back presence, and many would probably say I tried too hard to get her to like me. BUT it was only because I was so excited to finally have a big sister relationship. Jordan, while she may not know this, is a woman I will always look up to. The one thing I love most about Jordan is how confident she is in herself. She knows her worth, and she doesn't let those around her affect the way she lives. She has built a beautiful life for herself and her love for Jesus is so evident in the way she loves her sweet family. I am so excited to have Jordan standing by my side, but even more blessed to get to have her as a SISTER!
Josh Hart
Groomsman
Watching me get married has got to be a little weird for Josh. Josh started dating Jordan when I was in middle school. So, it's safe to say that Josh has literally seen me grow up. Josh has been the perfect big brother to me. I remember the first time I met him he came on a trip with our family for our grandmother's birthday. And we were out in the yard throwing ball for HOURS. I was pissed when Jordan wanted Josh to come and hang with her. Josh and I love to talk ball, life, and golf. I love getting out on the golf course with Josh and enjoying a beverage while doing so. Josh is a great role model and someone that I look up to as a husband, father, brother, son, and man. Josh does all of those things so well and I can't wait to have him by my side come October 8th.
Payton Rudolph
Bridesmaid
Big sister #2! Not only did the Lord bless me with one new sister, but TWO! Payton was my College Life leader my freshman year and I promise you neither of us thought I would be marrying her little brother 4 years later (no offense Noah). Payton was one of the many people that played a huge role in introducing me to Jesus. I looked forward to attending her bible studies every week because I knew it was a time where I would not only get to grow in my relationship with the Lord, but I would get to grow closer with sweet Payton. Payton's heart is BIG, and she is such a joyful presence to be around. She welcomed me into her family with open arms and I will forever be grateful for that. I can't wait to have my big sister standing next to me on our special day!
Cooper Rudolph
Groomsman
Cooper is a saint. He's married to my sister Payton, so in that, he has a royal throne in the Kingdom of Heaven. All jokes aside, I couldn't be happier to have Coop as a brother-in-law. Cooper and I share many talks on our Blue Devils, the Mountaineers, and unfortunately the Carolina Panthers. I know that if I need someone to listen to a relatively hot take, I can go straight to Cooper. In the summer of 2019, Cooper and I were roommates, co-workers, and raised their dog Rocky together at the Cabin. I cherish that Summer and it was so beneficial to our relationship. With Payton and Coop (and Rocky) living in Raleigh, I know that I have a welcoming place to go to. Cooper creates such a safe environment to be around, and I know that I can be my total self with him.
Mary Ellen Bradford
Bridesmaid
Melon says it best, but this friendship was one that we never expected to grow as much as it did. I met Mary Ellen the first semester of my freshman year through my roommate at the time. After one coffee date, I knew that this girl would become one of the most important people in my life. She is and always will be my sister. Melon has helped me through some of the hardest moments in my life and has never failed to be at my side whenever I needed her. She is one of the many people that have continued to point me to the feet of Jesus every day, as her heart loves those around her SO big. This friendship is truly praiseworthy, and this day would never be the same without her by my side!
Sam Bradford
Groomsman
Sam and I have been friends since our freshman year at Appalachian State. Our sophomore year is when we really hit off. Sam wasn't living with us at the time, but he practically was. Sam was at the house all of the time and it felt so normal. Whenever we would all hang out and Sam wasn't there, it felt abnormal. Our sophomore year, it was really all about the boys. We did everything together. We had our porch talks, cookout runs, and downed Krispy Kreme donuts. Junior year many of us were getting into serious relationships and Sam set a great example on what it looks like to chase after the Lord and his woman and continue to be a great friend and deepen relationships. Sam and I now share community in Raleigh, and I'm pumped to live this next season with him as we are both new husbands.
Emily Park
Bridesmaid
A sweet roomie, but an even sweeter friend. Emily is special and if you don't know her you are SERIOUSLY missing out. She is a spunky soul with a heart that loves greater than most. She has made my last two college years so fun, and I will miss waking up and drinking coffee with my girl. She is a constant friend who works hard towards all of her passions. I have no doubt that she will make this big day special and SO MUCH FUN! Can't wait to have you by my side Em!
Riley Hamilton
Groomsman
I will never tell this to his face, but one of my absolute favorite people on this planet is Riley Brian French Hamilton. Riley and I have been the greatest of friends since my sophomore year in high school. We had many cookout runs, video game nights, talks on ball, and most importantly we were able to dream together. I first heard about Riley's creative visions in high school and was always his biggest fan. Today, he is an incredible film maker and I can't wait for him to make it big one day. After Riley's freshman year at Appalachian, he came home for the summer and lived at my parents house with me. Although, we never lived together in college, that dream came to fruition that summer. Lastly, this dude is WEIRD. Maybe the strangest human being I know. I hate that I love him so much.
Emily Mock
Bridesmaid
My Nashville girl!! Emily and I have been friends since freshman year of college. She is truly one of the most loyal people I have ever met. We have one of those friendships where we may not see each other all the time, but the second we are back together it's as if time never passed. Emily is my favorite greenway walking, sweet treat baking girl! I will forever cherish the time we had together in school but know that our friendship is one that will last forever. Everyone needs an Emily Mock in their lives, seriously, and this is why I can't wait for her to stand by my side!
Will Lassiter
Groomsman
Will has been my dawg for as long as I can remember. Will and I's friendship started in the church, but quickly became boys other than Sunday's. Will and I never played on the same rec teams, so when I got to play against Will, it was bragging rights for Sunday's. Will was also a proud member of our travel baseball team. Along with baseball, Will and I have spent many hours on the golf course together. Something I cherish is getting to walk those fairways with Will and talk life. When will went off to UNCW, one of the most vital parts of our relationship was playing 2K on the PS4. So don't ever say video games aren't good for anything. Today, we text each other daily to check in or share something crazy in the sports world. Unfortunately he's a diehard Tarheel fan but I still love Will deeply.
Gracie Luesing
Bridesmaid
Gracie! A silly roomie, a KILLER chef, and the sweetest of friends. Gracie was a surprising friendship, for sure! We became roommates my junior year at App State and had never really had the chance to interact before living down the hall from each other. One of the first things I learned about Gracie is she has a personality and laugh that can light up a room. She was always a joy to come home to, especially when she was cooking her crazy meals (it was because of her that I learned sweet potatoes and carrots aren't always orange HAHA)! Gracie is young at heart, and I admire the way she loves those who are important to her. She is a special friend, and I am so thankful she will be by my side!
Tommy Vinson
Groomsman
Tommy and I have been great friends since our travel baseball days. But our friendship really took off in high school. Tommy and I were teammates for four years at Pinecrest, but were even closer off the field. Our sophomore year, Tommy was on of the first of our friends to get a his license, so he drove me around everywhere. My favorite thing about Tommy is that I was always able to feel like a kid. Nothing was ever too important, and we were just able to live together. Tommy and I should have big fat championship rings on our fingers, but due to a little miscommunication and slippery grass, we fell short of that goal in April of 2017. But I am more than honored that we were able to wear that uniform together. Today, Tommy is in LA and I love the times that we get to talk. Come home plz.
Reed Conner
Groomsman
Ever need the best bro hug ever? Go to Reed Conner. I think that may be a great image of our relationship. Reed and I instantly hit it off our freshman year at Appalachian. Reed is a Boone boy through and through so it was great having a sense of home in my new home. The next three years, Reed and I lived together at the crib while sharing the Big Room for two of those three. Any time that I had something that I wanted to talk about and someone to just listen, Reed was there. And I would be thrilled to do the same for him. My favorite thing about Reed is when you get him going in a silly mood, it makes everything better. Nothing else matters when it's the two of us cutting up, acting a fool. But I always know that when I need someone to welcome me with open arms for a hug, I have Reed.