Maid of Honor
Jess and Tyler met on freshman move-in day at Northwood University. After a few years of good memories at Northwood, Tyler became one of Jess's roommates during their senior year of school. Between golf scrambles, pickle shots, and Florida trips; the two have had great times together. Jess is excited to have Tyler stand next to her as she says, "I do", to Joe.
Best Man
Joe met Tyler their freshman year of college. They both played soccer and enjoyed hitting the gym and sauna in their free time. Sophomore year they roomed together through the end of their college careers. After college, they have stayed close and have celebrated his own wedding with Sydney, a bridesmaid. Joe is excited to have Tyler stand next to him as he says, “I do”, to Jess.
Bridesmaid
With a couple year age gap, growing up, Hannah and Joe sometimes didn't see eye to eye. However, they were able to find common ground in activities like playing soccer and shopping. Jess and Hannah had always wanted a sister growing up, and since Jess and Joe started dating, the three of them have bonded by whipping up new cocktails they learned in college. Jess and Hannah coined "Slumber Party" while on a family vacation and plan to have plenty more in the coming years. Joe and Jess are excited to have his siblings stand up in their wedding, and Jess and Hannah get the sisters they always wanted.
Groomsman
Growing up, Joe and Josh were inseparable. Joe and his younger brother did everything together, from playing soccer to Saturday morning video games to playing with Legos when they were little. Since day one they have been best friends and have continued doing their favorite things together like playing video games and watching their favorite sports. Joe and Jess are excited to have his siblings stand up in their wedding, and Joe can't wait for his lifelong best friend to be by his side on this special day.
Bridesmaid
Jess and Izzey met at Northwood University through Tyler Kautz. Becoming good friends with her, Jess and Jonna decided to have Izzey become their roommate for their final two years of school. Through late nights, pizza rolls, and great fashion advice, Jess and Izzey have had great times together. Jess is excited to celebrate with her pal on her wedding day!
Groomsman
Like the other guys, Joe met Matt on the soccer field of Northwood University. They roomed together through the end of college hitting the gym and gaming late into the night. After college, they’ve stayed in touch going to sporting events, tailgates, and golfing. They play video together regularly and enjoy discussing the latest sports news. Joe can't wait for Matt stand up with him on his wedding day.
Bridesmaid
Jess and Jonna have known each other since high school. They shared a class their senior year at Brighton HS and upon realizing they were both attending Northwood University, decided to become roommates. Jess and Jonna became pals within a few weeks at Northwood and ended up rooming together for all four years at school. Between late-night Ben & Jerry runs, movie days, or hooligan adventures in Midland, Jess is thankful for her memories with Jonna and can't wait to celebrate with her good friend on the big day!
Groomsman
Joe and Cole met freshman year of college, both playing on the soccer team. They roomed together for one semester until Cole decided to pursue other opportunities. Even though they weren’t rooming together, Joe and Cole have stayed close by going to the Manchester Chicken Broils, bar crawling, and hitting the water doing activities like fishing and kayaking. Joe is pumped to have Cole stand with him on his wedding day.
Bridesmaid
Jess has known Jenna her entire life, as Jenna was eagerly waiting to meet her baby cousin on the day she was born. From changing her diapers to teaching her how to apply makeup, Jenna has been by Jess's side during it all. She is thankful for all the good times they've shared. Being like a sister to her, Jess is excited to have Jenna stand with her on her wedding day!
Groomsman
Joe and Lance met freshman year of college while playing soccer. They both like hitting the gym and late night at the cafeteria. The summer between their junior and senior year they took off to Madison, Wisconsin to work at a car dealership. Over the summer they hung out in and out of the dealership, making sure to hit the gym. They graduated together in 2022, but due to living on opposite sides of the state, they haven’t been able to get together a whole lot, but Joe is excited to have Lance standing up with him at his wedding.
Bridesmaid
Jess met Sydney towards the end of their freshman year at Northwood. While they didn't know it at the time they met, the two would end up marrying roommates Joe & Tyler. Jess and Sydney became good friends, often grabbing coffees or margaritas and chatting about good times at school. Jess was able to stand by Sydney's side in November 2023 when she said "I do" to Tyler; now Jess can't wait for Sydney to stand by her side on the big day!
Groomsman
Joe met Griffin at freshman orientation at Northwood University. Griffin played goalie on the soccer team with Joe and the other guys. While they liked to go to the gym and hit some balls after practice, they also hung out watching a bit of ‘Top Gear’. Griffin graduated a year early but visited campus often. Since then their busy schedule allows the two of them to grab a beer and a bite to eat at their favorite breweries. Joe is thrilled to have Griffin stand by him on his wedding day.