Wedding Party
Alina
Matron of Honor
The oldest Stask sister – when she's not mentoring her littlest sis Erika, Alina loves quality time with her 2 boys (#boymom), college football (Go Jackets!), Delta Airlines, early morning workouts, and a nice glass of red wine (cheers!). Their mom tells Erika she is more and more similar to Alina by the day - and though Erika may say that terrifies her, she couldn't think of a better compliment.
Jon
Best Man
Andrew met Jon back in high school, when Jon was a scrawny distance runner splitting time between track, cross country, and learning how to drive without terrifying passengers. Despite the early white-knuckle rides, the two became great friends and eventually headed off to college together. Now living in Denver, Jon and his wife host Andrew for mountain adventures and questionable decisions at altitude. These days, Andrew happily trusts Jon with the role of Best Man, and occasionally the car keys.
Krista
Matron of Honor
The brown-haired Stask sister (she got it from our dad, believe it or not) - and Erika's 2nd home when she moved to HTX. Krista loves playing games with her 4 sweet little girls, cooking & baking (all from scratch!), growing her garden (check out @baldwinblooms), and all types of music. Krista does all of the above with so much love, and I'm endlessly grateful to call her my big sister.
Dylan
Groomsman
Andrew and Dylan have been friends since elementary school, back when life revolved around backyard games and weekend sports. They shared plenty of seasons, survived countless soccer tournaments, and eventually took their friendship to college. Now living in Arkansas, rumor has it Dylan still rocks a coonskin hat, with far less judgment than back in Kansas. Thankfully, his lovely wife ensures the bowl cut never returns. The friendship lives on through lake days, backyard memories, and running a marathon together in 2024.
Morgan B.
Bridesmaid
The childhood neighbor and Erika's oldest friend - Morgan drove Erika to swim practice (9 per week!) in high school, where they jammed out in Morgan’s 1990s Honda civic (with its 1 functioning speaker). Morgan loves a good dance-off and is the life of the party.. she taught a young, timid Erika how to be a little more fun!
Reid
Groomsman
Andrew and Reid grew up together in Lawrence and later went to college in the same house, forming a friendship that’s been there through every stage since. Reid has a magnetic way of connecting with people, whether it’s a quick chat or a long night catching up. Now based in Kansas City, Reid has rotated through nearly every hairstyle and facial hair combination, making the wedding-day debut a mystery. No matter the style, Reid has always been a great friend to Andrew.
Katherine
Bridesmaid
Erika & Katherine met while at a recruiting trip to GT back in 2012, where both ended up swimming. Katherine was Erika’s college roommate and long-time sprint buddy, and despite living on opposite coasts for most of their post-grad, they've remained close as ever. Katherine’s happy place? Somewhere between a sandy beach in sunny Cali and a stroll with her four-legged furry friend, Roo.
Nick
Groomsman
Andrew and Nick met in their early years through tennis, where a shared love of the game sparked a long-standing friendship. They continued playing tennis and eventually both found their way to KU, keeping the competition and friendship going. Now living in Lawrence, Nick’s great personality have made him a steady, dependable presence and an easy choice to stand alongside Andrew.
Maddie
Bridesmaid
The "tall" friend - Maddie also swam at GT with Erika, where they trained together in the "Speed Squad". The two made the perfect start + anchor duo on the medley relay, much like how they complement each other so seamlessly in life. Nowadays, Maddie still swims laps regularly when she’s not walking her dog Mollie, enjoying a sweet treat, reading a book, or savoring a crisp Diet Coke.
Jake
Groomsman
Andrew met Jake in college after Jake transferred to KU, a move that confirmed he would not be heading to the NBA. The two quickly found themselves in the same circles, making memories at the Corbin dorms and late nights at the Jayhawk Café. Now in Colorado, Jake has traded campus life for a legal career underwriting municipal bonds. Andrew enjoys visiting Jake and his wife for ski days, fresh mountain air, and a friendship that’s aged like fine wine.
Morgan W.
Bridesmaid
Morgan, another GT sprinter, was also Erika's weightlifting partner - the two were so motivated that they convinced each other to start doing pull-ups with chains on! The friendship may have started in the weight room, but they've had each others' backs ever since. These days, you can find Morgan at your local Home Depot (HQ), hitting the golf course, sippin’ a marg, or on a sunrise saunter with her sweet pup Rex.
Andrew H.
Groomsman
The Andrews met in college through their fraternity, bonding over lake days, ski trips, and classic college memories. Now living in Kansas City, Andrew Howard is known for never wasting an ounce of life, a mindset that’s kept the friendship strong well beyond college.
Mary Ellen
Bridesmaid
Mary Ellen & Erika quickly became friends when they were 2 of few women engineers at the plant they worked at in NJ. Once COVID hit, they spent nearly every free minute together exploring the outdoors: to-go dinners on the Philly sidewalks, hikes in north PA, & beach days at the Shore. Erika was thrilled when ME finally moved to TX, where the adventures continue!
Brogan
Groomsman
Andrew met Brogan in college as his pledge trainer — a dynamic that somehow worked out into a lasting friendship. They bonded early over shared interests, including the energy industry and extremely dry humor. These days, they both call Houston home, enjoying life in their 30s whether on the golf course, at a brewery, or just enjoying the rare convenience of living in the same city.
Samantha
Bridesmaid
Erika & Samantha's paths first crossed when they became cubemates at Exxon – through the chaos that was being in Supply during COVID, they instantly bonded. Nowadays, they prefer to bond over El Tiempo margs, on the pickleball court, or at the occasional 5AM spin class - and they love living just 5 minutes apart!
Kirk
Groomsman
Kirk became Andrew’s brother-in-law in 2018 when he married Andrew’s sister, Anna, and quickly became part of the family. A true outdoorsman, Kirk is always up for an adventure especially if it involves snow, forests, or opportunities to strike a bonfire. Now living in Seattle, Kirk and Andrew have shared plenty of trips together, most recently visiting Andrew’s sister Christina in Timor-Leste during her Peace Corps service.
Scarlett/Lia/ Juliet/Isabelle
Flower Girl
Erika & Andrew can't wait for their 4 sweet, spunky nieces to be their flower girls – Scarlett, Lia, Juliet, and Isabelle!
Carter / Bennett
Ring Bearer
Erika & Andrew couldn't think of 2 better boys to carry their wedding bands down the aisle than their 2 nephews, Carter & Bennett!
