Sammy & Ryan
Wedding Party
Lauren Scheer
Maid of Honor
Lauren & Sammy met through their sorority Delta Zeta at UNLV. Lauren was the President of DZ and Sammy always looked up to her and aspired to be like her. Lauren is kind & caring and they became the best of friends and spent almost every day of college together. Lauren has a baby girl on the way and lives in Las Vegas with her partner, Alex.
John Meighan
Best Man
Not just the Best Man, John is one of the best guys you are likely to meet. One of life's true gentlemen, John and Ryan met in first year of St.Malachy's College and have been best mates ever since. They have been through league winning football seasons, relationships, career moves and country moves over almost 20 years of friendship and despite living in different countries have always remained close. John is a teacher loving life in Madrid, Spain with his girlfriend Laura.
Courtney Simons
Matron of Honor
Courtney & Sammy met in 2013 in Delta Zeta at UNLV as well. Court became Sammy's "Big Sis" in the sorority and it feels like they are sisters in real life. Sammy was lucky enough to stand by Court's side on her wedding day and now she will do the same for Sammy! Courtney lives in Boise, Idaho with her husband and 4 cats and is a top-notch wedding planner who has helped Sammy immensely through the wedding process!
Declan Stanton
Groomsman
Decky and Ryan were in the same class at St. Malachy's College and grew up playing football together with St. Marys. Deckys energy, enthusiasm and dedication to everything he does whether it be, football, work, friendship or fatherhood is infectious and something Ryan has always admired. Always up for a good time, Decky may be found with his top off on the dance-floor. Decky lives in Belfast with his fiancé Catherine and their incredible kids Finlay and Sadie.
Riley Bulgatz
Bridesmaid
Riley is Sammy's beautiful and adorable baby sister and mini me. Sammy is so lucky to have Riley by her side and cannot wait to be there for her in the same way one day. Riley is so stylish and always knows how to make Sam laugh until it hurts! Riley lives in Las Vegas and is going into her senior year at UNLV!
Conor McErlane
Groomsman
THE MAC DADDY!! Ryan has known Conor since they were in primary school together at 5 years old and have been friends ever since, playing football together over the years. A man for all occasions, can switch seamlessly from his old man tea sipping persona to the life and soul of the party. Ryan has always enjoyed his company and the hilarious memories made when he's about. Conor still lives in Glengormley and is a scratch golfer at the Fort.
Briana Troisi
Bridesmaid
Bri & Sammy also met through DZ and they were in the same rush group. Bri is the absolute life of every party and always knows how to have a good time! Some of their best times were spur of the moment nights out on the Vegas Strip that they will never forget. She can put a smile on anyones face and makes you feel so special. She lives in Austin, Texas with her pup, Sadie!
Ben Price
Groomsman
Ryan and Ben have been friends through football from a young age and even roommates with both Ryan and Sammy when she first moved to Ireland. Despite his questionable taste in football teams, Ben has been a dependable, thoughtful friend and great guy over the years and is one of the few who managed to get to visit Ryan and Sammy in Vancouver before Covid hit. Ben lives in Glengormley with his girlfriend, Katie.
Lisa Bonner
Bridesmaid
Lisa & Sammy met through DZ as well! Lisa has an incredibly kind soul and always laughs at Sammy's jokes. Lisa is there whenever you need her and is an amazing listener. She lives in Las Vegas with her husband and 2 doggies!
Conor Byrne
Groomsman
Conor and Ryan have known each other for 25 years since Conor was born. Despite being very different personalities and having very different interests they are in fact brothers. Conor is quiet, thoughtful and collected and the go to guy in the Byrne Household for movie recommendation. He is a talented film maker and currently living in Glengormley plotting his next move in the movie industry after a spell in LA.
Megan Walters
Bridesmaid
Megan & Sammy grew up Irish Dancing together. They traveled the world going to competitions and were inseparable all through high school. They even took a trip to Ireland together to compete in the All Irelands. Megan has an infectious smile and is incredibly smart. She recently graduated from the University of Utah and is now Dr. Walters. She lives in Salt Lake City, Utah with her partner, Sam.
Gerard McNally
Groomsman
Gerard and Ryan are brother-in-laws. Gerard is married to Ryan's sister, Aisling and a wonderful father to Ryan's nephew Rogan and niece Cara. What Gerard may lack in height he makes up for in personality and there is never a dull moment with him around due to his witty humour and positive outlook on life. Gerard has been an excellent addition to the family, Ryan was part of Gerard and Aisling's wedding and is proud to have Gerard part of his.
Paige Maurer
Bridesmaid
Paige & Sammy met through Delta Zeta once again and absolutely love traveling together! They have taken trips together to Coeur d'Alene, Aruba & Mexico which have been some of their favorite & most memorable adventures. Paige is kind, compassionate and easy going. Paige currently lives in Maui, Hawaii with her fiancé, Paul!
Rogan McNally
Ring Bearer
Rogan is Ryan's 3 year old nephew and has the important job of walking the rings down the aisle. He is a cool dude and is quickly taking Ryan's title as the best looking male in the family.
Schuyler Wynalek
Bridesmaid
Schuyler & Sammy met in Austin, Texas when they worked for the same hotel company. They both really did not enjoy their jobs and were able to bond over that similarity! They become roommates and inseparable for the 2 years Sammy lived there. Schuyler is a heck of a good time and is always down to travel & meet Sammy anywhere. Schuyler lives in Austin with her husband, Brad & 2 doggies!
Declan Bulgatz
Usher
Declan is 13 and Sammy's youngest brother and the only blonde of the family! He is spunky and full of energy. He is super smart, loves crafts and playing basketball & gives Ryan a run for his money. He has grown into such a little stud and Sammy & Ryan can't wait to have him be a part of their special day.