Bryan & Britney
Wedding Party
Nicholas Rush
Best Man
Nicholas is Bryan's younger brother. We have shared great times and tough times together, and there's nobody I wanted by my side more on my wedding day. We had humble beginnings playing video games like “NCAA Football” (spoiler alert, I still never cheated) and “MLB Power Pros”. We challenged each other daily on the basketball court as we grew up, and the only reason I ever held the edge is the slight height advantage I have. Despite this, there’s never been a moment I’ve regretted having him as my brother and best friend. Whether we’re kicking back to watch a movie, or talking over important matters, I always know he’s the guy I can rely on the most. I’m blessed to have a man like him so close for my big day.
Kristi Brown
Matron of Honor
Kristi is Britney's older sister. I have known Kristi was going to be my Matron of Honor in my wedding for as long as I can remember. Kristi is absolutely amazing, and it seems as if she positively impacts every single person she meets. She is vibrant and beautiful and is by far the funniest person I know. I spent my childhood stealing her make up and listening to her CD's and trying on her clothes because I wanted to be just like her. Kristi is the most amazing mom to my niece Kali, and I hope to be half as good of a mother as she is. Kristi is one of my biggest blessings and I could not imagine my life without her. I am lucky to have her as my Matron of Honor, but I am even luckier to have her as my big sister.
Troy Buchanan
Groomsman
Troy is one of Bryan's closest friends. We became friends instantly in high school when we were teammates on the freshman basketball team. From shooting hoops in his driveway, to hunting Pokemon around Indianapolis, to trips to Tuscaloosa for Alabama Football (ROLL TIDE), we have shared countless, amazing memories. Troy seems to have the ability to make everyone around him laugh, and I'm so lucky to have him as one of my best friends. Britney and I couldn't imagine our big day without him!
Grace Cleek
Maid of Honor
Grace is Britney's best friend from high school. Grace and I met freshman year of high school on the girls soccer team. We spent almost everyday together laughing until we cried and she easily became my best friend. Over the years we have been separated by distance and school, but we have the kind of friendship where we always pick up right where we left off. Right now Grace is pregnant with my soon to be nephew, Westyn. She is going to be an amazing mom, just as she is an amazing friend. She is always the life of the party, and the most loyal friend I have. I am so happy and lucky to have my best friend of 9 years be my Maid of Honor.
Brad Thacker
Groomsman
Brad is one of Bryan's closest friends. We went to elementary school together, but became really close towards the end of middle school. Brad is such a good guy and is always making Britney and I laugh. Despite different high schools and colleges, we maintained the friendship through countless hours of video games, pool basketball, and Tuscaloosa adventures. I know I am so lucky to have a friend like Brad, I couldn't imagine the day without his support!
Christy Lester
Bridesmaid
Christy is one of Britney's closest friends from college. Christy and I met through our Spanish major and easily bonded over many day and night study sessions. We both love traveling and have a large bucket list of all the places we want to go together. She is colorful, brilliant, and always kind. She is the kind of person to dance all night on the dance floor, even if no one is dancing with her; and everyone needs a friend like that.
Bryce Utterback
Groomsman
Bryce is Britney's twin Brother and one of Bryan's closest friends. Bryce is the best (twin) brother a girl could ask for. He is kind and smart and his presence just makes the world a better place. Bryce may be my brother, but he is also one of my best friends. We both attend WKU and try to spend as much time together as possible. Bryce, Bryan, and I spend a lot of college football weekends together, and we love to do escape rooms and watch the Bowling Green Hot Rods baseball team play. I am lucky to have family so close to me, and I couldn't imagine our big day without him next to us.
Rachel Rush
Bridesmaid
Rachel is Bryan's little sister, and the little sister Britney never had. Despite plenty of distance, Rachel always knows when to call and check in. Britney and I love hearing from her because she always knows what to say to make us laugh. Rachel has a huge heart, and I am so lucky to have her as my little sister. Some of my favorite memories with Rachel are when we made late night fast food runs and just talked and laughed over the summers I lived at home. It’s been amazing to watch her grow up over the years into a strong and amazing woman, and I am so thankful that she will be apart of our big day.
Jack Madden
Groomsman
Jack is Bryan's cousin and one of his closest friends. I met Jack in elementary school, and we were easily fast friends. Such good friends, in fact, that we earned the status of "Cannot be in the Same Class Together" from first grade through eighth grade! Jack is hilarious and super smart. Despite different high schools and colleges, I was blessed to remain close with Jack. He has an amazing energy, and makes every situation more exciting. I'm lucky to have him as family and as a close friend. I couldn't imagine our wedding without him!
Paige Rodgers
Bridesmaid
Paige is one of Britney's close friends from college Paige and I met through our shared major in college and her bright and bubbly personality made it so easy to become friends with her. Paige made all of my Hospitality classes more fun to go to, because I always looked forward to seeing her. Paige is adorable and kind and I am really lucky to have her as my friend. My all time favorite memory with Paige was when we went to Vegas together; we spent the week traveling and laughing together. She is a sweet friend to Bryan and I, and we are so lucky to have her next to us on our big day/
Joey Roembke
Groomsman
Joey is one of Bryan's closest friends. I met Joey when he moved to my elementary school. I was one of Joey's first friends after the move thanks to our time on a little league baseball team. Throughout our lives, Joey and I have made amazing memories through road trips to places like Cincinnati and Cleveland. There's nobody better to discuss a hot sports take with as well. Joey is a passionate, driven friend that always strives to bring out the best of those around him. I am lucky to have his support during the wedding day!
Diamond Darling
Bridesmaid
Diamond is Britney's close friend from college. Diamond and I met each other through our major in Hospitality and we became good friends instantly. Diamond is the kind of person where everyone who meets her automatically loves her. Diamond spent many nights on our couch and over time, she became family to Bryan and I. Right now, Diamond lives in Lexington managing a hotel, and I love taking weekend trips to go see her. Bryan and I are so lucky to have her as a friend. Diamond is such special person in our lives, and we could not imagine our big day without our little (4' 11") friend.