Wedding Party
Megan "Razz" Rasmussen
Maid of Honor
Razz and Jesse played volleyball together at Yale and tore up many a dance floor during their time in New Haven. They have stayed the closest of friends whether separated by several states or a mere handful of miles. Razz is also one of the few people who will listen to Jesse ramble on about college football.
Maddie Rudnick
Bridesmaid
Maddie and Jesse thrived together on and off the volleyball court at Yale. Maddie is selfless, hilarious, loyal, and always down for a good time. Heart-to-hearts, dance floors, hiking trails, sand vball courts, dog parks--there is no place that Jesse doesn't love being with Maddie.
Christine Wu
Bridesmaid
Jesse and Wu were in the same class on the Yale Volleyball team. Throughout college, Jesse was incredibly appreciative of Wu's work ethic, dedication, and consistent friendship. Wu is now an ortho resident at Duke University Hospital, and Jesse had the honor of being in her wedding in September 2022.
Sarah Cohen
Bridesmaid
Sarah is Jesse's older sister who has gifted her three nephews and a niece, all incredible and all perfect. Sarah and Jesse have a particular breed of closeness that cannot be replicated without sharing a bunk bed for a dozen years.
Meaghan "Tru" Truman
Bridesmaid
Jesse and Tru played volleyball together at Yale. Tru always knows how to make Jesse laugh and is never one to pass up a dance party, whether it's Fetty Wap or Britney Spears. Her kind heart has been invaluable to Jesse on many an occasion, as has her willingness to offer up her couch (or bed) on short notice for a visit.
Emily Sklar
Bridesmaid
Emily and Jesse played club volleyball together for three years in high school. They shared the highest of highs and lowest of lows on the court. Similarly, when it came to movies they shared both a passion for crying their way through "Friday Night Lights" and laughing their way through rom-com marathons. Emily now serves as Jesse's dog's favorite cuddle spot when she visits the ranch.
Attila Yaman
Bridesman
Attila and Jesse lived together during senior year at Yale. Attila was Jesse's rock in her darkest moments during those four years. He offered comfort, advice, humor, and compassion, but she will never again allow him to mix the Power Hour punch. Jesse enjoys that she and Attila can talk about anything under the sun and that he always brings a unique perspective. After being separated by 10+ hour plane journeys since graduation, Jesse cannot wait to have him standing with her on her wedding day.
Kateline Hullar
Bridesmaid
Kateline and Jesse met in their FroCo (freshman counselor) group during the first week of class at Yale and became instant friends. They lived together for two years, and Kateline was a faithful YVB fan. Kateline is the best friend for all occasions--from nights out to TV binges in bed--and she can always make Jesse laugh. She is playful, shows empathy, and offers sage advice. Jesse is lucky to have Kateline's continued presence in her life.
Greg "Beef Stick" Taylor
Best Man
Take it back to early January 1990. Greg arrives on Earth crying and can’t be comforted by a nurse or his mother or father. In steps big brother, and the room falls silent. From that day on, when Greg cries, Tyler must step in to console him. Why is Greg the best man? Because he must be close enough to Tyler to be comforted at a moment’s notice. Want to talk to Beef Stick at the wedding? Ask him the last time he squared up against his big brother!
Levi "The Godfather" Quesada
Groomsman
Flash back to 2005 and Levi becomes Tyler’s first Arizona friend and volleyball mentor. Later, Levi gifts Tyler his beautiful goddaughter, Ellis, and Tyler’s favorite pastime becomes attempting to toss Ellis so high that she enters orbit. (Don’t worry. He always caught her.) His other pastime became moving Levi’s family, which he has done 15 times since they met. In their relationship, Levi acts as the Godfather, full of wisdom and advice. Want to talk to Levi at the wedding? Ask him about Tyler’s special Margaritas!
Brett "The Pharmacist" Skattum
Groomsman
This miniature Viking first met Tyler on the football field. Brett never met a running back he wouldn’t smash his face into. Now Brett smashes meds into patients and good vibes into his friends. A quality human and friend. Want to talk to the Pharmacist at the wedding? Ask him about blowing up the toilet!
Brandon "BDub" Wilson
Groomsman
Brandon is the cousin who’s closest in age to Tyler, and the two have been conniving together against aunts, uncles, grandmas, grandpas, and all the other cousins since they could walk. Since 2004, not a year has gone by that Tyler and Brandon haven’t spent a drunken night together. Even after all these years, Tyler and Brandon will still roll down to the local pickup basketball game together. Want to talk to Bdub at the wedding? Ask him how much experience he and Tyler have at level 5 rapids!
Matt "Pooh Bear" Dyck
Groomsman
Matt and Tyler became friends in 2006 while coaching boys’ and girls’ volleyball together in Tucson, Arizona. Matt and Tyler have shared more hotel rooms than most married couples ever will. Matt is an avid card player who seems to always let Tyler win. He truly is a good friend that is willing to sacrifice for those closest to him. Want to talk to Pooh Bear at the wedding? Ask him about Baby Daddy!
Greg "McLovin" Butler
Groomsman
Greg and Tyler have been friends since middle school and were college roommates at Colorado State University. Greg thinks highly of his abilities but to date has never beaten Tyler in an athletic event. Want to talk to Greg at the wedding? Ask him about Don Taylor and Hot Sauce!
Sean "Hova" Carter
Groomsman
Sean met Tyler in 2010 when he transferred to the University of Arizona. Sean is a well-rounded athlete and an even better friend. Sean is great at everything except for drinking. When you see him, bring him a beverage, preferably an alcoholic one. Want to talk to Hova at the wedding? Ask him about his day in the Navy!
Andy "Magnum" Christ
Groomsman
Andy was on the first boys’ volleyball team that Tyler ever coached. A bit of a hot head, many coaches were wary of Andy and his attitude, but not Tyler. Tyler has appreciated Andy’s aggressive nature and devout friendship ever since. Want to talk to Andy at the wedding? Ask him about the ice luge him and Tyler did together!
Garret "G-Babe" Dvoracek
Groomsman
They first met in 2011 when G-Babe transferred to the University of Arizona. Tyler and G-Babe became good friends over volleyball and quite honestly a lot of drunken college nights. G-Babe has always been inclusive of Tyler and has acted as a sounding board and life mentor. Want to talk to G-Babe at the wedding? Ask him about his fire academy graduation night!
Tyler "Baby J" Hildebrand
Groomsman
The two first met on Tyler’s 21st birthday, but that doesn’t count because nobody can remember it. They became close friends in 2012 when Tyler moved into Baby J’s house. Imagine how close you can become by spending everyday together for three years. Baby J is unapologetic in his love and hate for Tyler. Nobody, including Tyler’s mother, has said more kind words about Tyler than Baby J. Want to talk to Baby J at the wedding? Ask him about the coldest winter in Southern California history with no heat!