Wedding Party
Grace Ceccolini
Matron of Honor
Although our last names now differ, if you couldn't tell by looking, Grace is my sister. We are often mistaken as twins however, Grace is about 5 years older. There is no better way to describe our relationship other than built in best friends. She is my go to for just about everything and one of my greatest role models. There is truly no one else I could imagine by mine and Dylan's side as we take this next step. Grace is one of the most encouraging people I know and we are lucky enough to have her as one of our biggest supporters. I was fortunate enough to play this role for her a couple of years ago and I know she can live up to, maybe even surpass, my stellar job š - I am beyond grateful for our unbreakable bond and extra points to her for bringing the most precious being on this Earth, our nephew, Arlo B into the world xoxo
Jacob Furlong
Best Man
Jake, aka The Mimsy Man ā not only my best man but also my best friend. As the older brother, most of my childhood was spent dominating in Call of Duty, in the driveway basketball court, or just breaking his mental barrier and pushing it to the limits. As we got older though, Jake had started to surpass me in some of these things. Luckily, not soccer, so I can still have that one up on him. However, he became stronger, mentally tougher, he got better grades in school, became way better at Call of Duty, and definitely started to beat me on the basketball court every now and then. The time had come where the student had surpassed the master. I like to think that I had a role in his growth, however now that I am older and somewhat wiser, I can see that most of the success in Jakeās life comes from him being him. He is bright, he is funny, he is stubborn, he always brings good vibes, and although he is the younger brother ā he is my role model. I couldnāt be more proud to have such a genuine friend and brother standing by Claire and I on our best day.
Lindsay Dion
Bridesmaid
Lindsay is my bonus big sis! Lucky for me Grace and Lindsay met when they were four, meaning Linds was apart of my family before I officially came onto the scene. Thank goodness for Lindsay, as she was the only "sibling" that really had a liking to me from the beginning. We bond over our love for fitness, nutrition, and of course child development. She has been correcting my wardrobe/ fashion sense for as long as I can remember, which will be extra beneficial this year. Another shoutout to someone who has brought two perfect peanuts into this world (Piper & Porter) who also call me, "Aunt" š„° Could't imagine this day without Linds ā”
Drew Posh
Groomsman
Posh and I initially met on the soccer pitch at GVSU. He was one of the freshman that was more or less, recruited to be there. Me on the other hand was a bit on the outskirts and he welcomed me into the group. Some of the best memories I have from college all include Posh. Late nights getting home on the bus, smash mode at the dining hall after practice, intense fifa battles, Thursday nights at Meadows, and of course battling it out on the pitch. From standing up in his wedding 3 years ago to now and getting him to return the favor is an honor. Posh truly is a role model in friendship, marriage, and soon-to-be fatherhood and I couldnāt be more proud to call him one of my best friends.
Sammi Corcoran
Bridesmaid
Sammi and I have been best friends for 10+ years! We connected through our love of soccer, and truly bonded over our competitiveness and constant drive to win (insert handball competition 2018, if you know you know) š. Opposites really do attract, as her quiet & calmness matches my loud & crazy. Whether we are working out, traveling, or gaming it is always the best time with never ending laughs. I donāt think there is anyone who I have more inside jokes with, and I know she is ALWAYS down to join me for retail therapy at lulu. Sammi is my right hand and I could not imagine experiencing life without herā an absolute no brainer to have her standing up with us on our special day . Fun side note, Sammi is also engaged! Canāt wait to endure all of the ups and downs of wedding planning together. š„°
Evan McClellan
Groomsman
Evan is another former GVSU teammate, roommate, and one of my best friends. Our friendship really took off sophomore year and has only grown stronger since. Ev has played a big role in some of the best memories and he has taught me a lot about life, especially the importance of grinding and doing the hard things. Some of the best memories I have with Evan would be late night at Trio Center or giving him buckets at 18 National basketball court. I recently had the honor of standing by his side at his wedding, and Iām beyond grateful to have him now standing by mine.
Kylie Cabana
Bridesmaid
Ky has been my bestie and go to girl since we met in 2017, she is truly the younger sister I never had. Once again another connection developed from the beautiful game of footy, shoutout DHS varsity soccer (& Kylie being a stud who made varsity as a freshman). No matter the circumstance, I can always count on Kylie. Even though she is younger than me, I frequently find myself going to her for advice and guidance, which I am so grateful for. I am so proud of her and lucky to call her a best friend. Good or bad news Ky is going to hear from me, and I know she will always say the right thing. Extra kudos for keeping me in touch with all of the current trends and for overseeing all of my instagram posts. Expect Ky to create the cutest content during the festivities this year š„°š„³
John Creal
Groomsman
Johnboy Creal, one of my dawgs since day one. I couldnāt be more grateful for the relationship we have, not just as family, but as true friends. Johnās someone I can always count on. Heās seen me at my best and at my worst, and no matter what, he always says the same thing: āI love you, man.ā If you really know John, you know the smile, the positive energy, and the fact that somehow, heās always the most popular guy in the room. But beyond all that, John has one of the most caring hearts youāll ever come across. As a teacher, he pours into his students every day and lives with a genuine desire to give back and lift others up. Iām lucky to have him in my corner, and even luckier to have him standing by us on 10/04.
Claire Berryman
Bridesmaid
Although it feels like weāve been friends for a lifetime, Claire and I crossed paths just two years ago (Shoutout to her boyfriend, another friend for life, AD, who is also standing up with us!) We bonded instantly over our shared name (+ spelling of our name š ) and our passion for behavior change. From study sessions and early meetings, to endless conversations about work, school, and life, weāve had each otherās backs every step of the way. Whether weāre celebrating a victory at work, commiserating over homework, or grabbing a cocktail with our significant others, Claireās been a constant source of support and laughter. I couldnāt imagine this day without her by my side, and Iām beyond grateful to have her as a bestie! Plus, Iām banking on her to keep me sane as we graduate school and study for our board exam amongst all of the wedding prep! š
Alex Doletzky
Groomsman
Alexander, AKA AD, AKA Xander. Our friendship started my junior year at Grand Valley when he came in as a freshman-shoutout to my soon-to-be wife for the intro. AD joined the soccer team as a young hotshot, ready to take over my role on free kicks (which, in fairness, was a massive upgrade for the squad) and lock down our midfield. Little did I know, he wasnāt just talented, he was actually a pretty cool guy, too. He spent most of his freshman year weekends eating my food and crashing on our couch, and somewhere along the way, we became close. ADās grown into one of my best friends, bonded through our love of footy, Michigan sports, and coincidentally, our shared admiration for Claires. Couldn't imagine this day without him.
Louisa Judge
Bridesmaid
In case you havenāt sensed a pattern, Lou is another bestie of mine founded through soccer. Lou is a ride or die and has always been there for me. There are few people I text as much as Lou. A true long distance friendship, as we havenāt lived in the same state since 2017. Whether we are celebrating the Emma Hayes era of U.S womenās soccer, narrating premier league fixtures, or commiserating over the hardships of grad school, we are in constant contact. I look forward to our like minded conversations and I know I am always going to learn something when talking with Lou. I couldnāt imagine this day without her and I am beyond excited she is forced to see me in person several times throughout the upcoming year's festivities š! So thankful for our lasting friendship. ā”
Dakota Hurbis
Groomsman
Dakota is another family member who I am proud to also call my friend. We grew up together pretending to be college athletes in the pool and on the baseball diamond. Some of my best memories come from us pretending to be pitcher and catcher in his front yard taking our team to the College World Series. Fast forward to now, and Dakota is still the same fun-loving, big-hearted guy. Heās the life of the party, an all-time vibes guy, and someone Iām proud to have by my side on this day.
Tori Taylor
Bridesmaid
Throwing a curve and introducing a non soccer related bestie! Tori and I met through work where we both served as behavior technicians. From the moment we met we bonded over our love for Michigan sports and our passion for children. It didnāt take long before we started grabbing drinks after work, where a 30 min conversation would lead to hours of talking. From hanging out to tailgating we always have such a memorable time together. Tori is one of the most caring people I know and I am so lucky to call her a best friend. Truly the life of the party, I cannot wait for all of the celebrations to comeā¦ and hope she isnāt too mad our big day is a home ć½ļø football Saturday š¤š.
Sam Ketzner
Groomsman
Sam felt like a brother from the moment we met. Itās always a bonus having another male perspective during a disagreement with your significant other (even if both of us end up being wrong)! On a real note, Sam is someone you can be completely yourself around. Heās an incredible storyteller, brings a contagious energy wherever he goes, and is just the kind of person people gravitate toward. Iām truly grateful for the relationship weāve built, and Iām lucky to be gaining him as a brother-in-law.
Tony Ceccolini
Groomsman
Tony made quite the first impression. The very first words he said to me were, āWho the f*** are you?ā a legendary introduction to my new family. Right then, I knew I wasnāt joining just any crew. Tony matches my competitive edge, shares my commitment to keeping our Ketzner (Ceccolini) women happy, and has been my go-to coach for all things golf. As Iāve grown into the family, Tony has become so much more than a brother-in-law. Heās a great friend, a role model, and an incredible dad to my future D1 nephew, Arlo. Pumped to have him by our sides.
Arlo Ceccolini
Ring Bearer
Arlo- Future Division 1 athlete and already the coolest kid around. From his unmatched cuteness to his big heart, heās got the charm that make everyone proud to call him family. We absolutely love being Auntie and Big Unc to this little man and couldn't imagine our day not showing him off!