Brooke & Matt
Meet our friends
Erika Krings
Best Woman
Hello! I'm Brooke's maid of honor and I could not be more excited🤗 Brooke and I met in college our freshman year at Winona State University and have been inseparable friends ever since! We have seen each other at our absolute worst and absolute best, which I can confidently say is when Brooke met Matt. Watching Brooke and Matt's relationship grow over the years has been magical. I even got a front row seat as their roommate. I can't wait to celebrate their big day in 2021 and dance the night away!
Kate Kubicek
Bridesmaid
My name is Kate and I am Brooke’s sister-in-law. I married Derek in 2018 and have known Brooke since 2014. Brooke and I’s friendship has grown through making fun of Derek and simply being there for one another. As the years have gone on we have grown closer as we’ve developed our passions in our helping professions. Speaking of passion, Brooke is one of the most passionate people I have ever met. Wether it be essential oils, helping kids overcome traumatic experiences, reading, creating art or being there for her family, Brooke is passionate about things she loves. It’s a quality that serves her well and draws people to her. Brooke’s passionate side and her continual need for growth is what makes her unique and an exceptional human being. I’m lucky to have gained such a supportive person in my life who is always there when I need her. I can’t wait to watch her marry the man of her dreams. Cheers to Matt and Brooke!
Kelli Clingman
Bridesmaid
Hey, my name is Kelli and I am Brooke's sister in law. I met Brooke in the summer of 2012 (when Mitch took me on a second date with his entire family on the river) and Mitch and I have been married since 2016. Brooke has since become a very important friend and sister in my life! Before I even met Brooke, I knew Matt as I was good friends with his brother, Danny. I would like to think that I am partially responsible for this beautiful wedding! I have enjoyed getting to be a part of Matt and Brooke's relationship and watching them become the beautiful couple they are today. Matt and Brooke- I am so excited for you two and honored I get to be a part of this amazing day!
Meghan Dwyer
Bridesmaid
Our friendship goes all the way back to the Kubicek stoop. From eating my oranges at our soccer games, having her brothers cover for all our mischievous activities, endless road trips to our favorite concerts, convincing her to be a Badger & everything in between. I knew at a young age Brooke would always be an important person in my life but, our friendship was really solidified when we decided to brand our bodies with matching seven tattoos. I have had a front row seat to all of Brooke’s relationships & as much as I loved being the third wheel, all I have ever wanted is for her to be happy. I remember the first time she talked to me about Matt & I knew he was different. Brooke is such a strong fierce passionate human and Matt has a way of complimenting & supporting her, while still allowing her to be her most true self. I can’t wait to be part of their special day. Standing up next to Brooke on that day will be one of the coolest moments in our friendship & I am so lucky to be part of it! Love you guys and now let’s get you hitched
Kayla Stuhr
Side Chick
Kayla Stuhr here. I know BK and Matty from a ripple effect of perfect events. Now, we go on many adventures today, including a hike where Matt proposed<3 Our friendship is easy going, and full of support and unconditional love. One thing I love about Brooke and Matt is how you continue to date each other.
Beth Stuhr
Side Chick
1) How we know each other? Matty and BrookE were sitting at the table next to us when my wife proposed to me. It was our very first meeting and the rest is history <3 2) What our friendship is like? Have you heard of BFF couples?!! Well, that's us!! 3) What you love/can't stand about us? (Be nice) One of the most thoughtful people I know/how cute you guys can be sometimes.
Danny Gardner
Best Man
My name is Danny and I am Matt's older, wiser and hairier brother. As such I often feel the need to nurture and train him to be better in life. Being the salty middle child he naturally takes great offense to this constructive coaching and we have had our fair share of disagreements as a result. This has not stopped us from spending our 20's and 30's doing all our awesome and amazing activities together. There are many good tales to tell and not enough space to tell them. Had it not been for Matt I never would have ended up in Ironwood, MI on a last minute New Years ski trip - a trip that led to meeting my wonderful wife Molly a year later and now my baby boy Hank this past fall. I am forever grateful for the adventures I've shared with my brothers and look forward to many more.
Bill Gardner
Best Man
My name is Bill Gardner and I am the youngest and least hairy of the Gardner brothers. My brother Matt and I had the typical relationship in a household of 3 boys where mischief and combat were a daily occurrence. We always had fun together though especially when it came to sports. We grew up playing funky football across the street from our house, shooting hoops at the Pius gym with Coach Haluska, and me beating him in 1 on 1 in the driveway. Matt and I loved to watch and go to games together especially Bucks and Brewer games. As Matt has moved around the state of Wisconsin and now to a state without a Super Bowl win we have not had as many opportunities to do these types of things together which is just part of life. So when I do get to spend time with Matt and Brooke I cherish it even more. Bucks in 6!
Joey Boberschmidt
Groomsman
My name is Joey Boberschmidt, I am Matt's cousin since he was born in 1990. I grew up going to sleepovers at the Gardner's. Those sessions included an amazing cereal selection provided by Uncle Geno and Aunt Marybeth, Super Nintendo, an incredible movie selection, chicken legs on the grille, and many athletic endeavors. Matt and I attended UW-Whitewater and overlapped for many years as he was a student and I worked on campus in grad school and beyond. We lived together for several years off campus. We bonded over family dinners of pasta and big salads, movies and talking sports. Matt and I threw a number of fantastically mature house parties at the "NICE HOUSE" and they always followed with power cleaning sessions to edited playlists off a Zune. Beyond that, Matt and I still talk sports, politics, beers and the fond memories of me shaving his triceps to stay "thinner". (Keno from Ninja Turtles)
Brian Boberschmidt
Groomsman
Hello everyone, Brian Boberschmidt here! I'm Matt's younger, possibly more sophisticated cousin. I've had the privilege of tackling the world with Matt for my whole life. Growing up with all our cousins was nothing short of a wild time. Between swimming pool games, dodging wild Nintendo controller throws, and then dominating the White Water campus together, Matt and I have developed lifelong friendship. Very excited to see Matt take the next step in his life journey and I can't wait to be part of it!
Derek Kubicek
Confetti Guy
Hi, my name is Derek Kubicek and I have the privilege of being Matt's favorite brother-in-law. I have known Matt since he was crazy enough to start dating my sister Brooke. We've grown close together over the years including several where we worked together and shared an office at WinCraft and Lamar. Brooke on the other hand, I have known for her entire life. I've always been very close with Brooke and also very protective of who she dates. I can honestly say that Matt is probably the best guy she has ever dated and now marrying, let alone he's one of the best guys I know. I'm not sure what he sees in her but we're very fortunate for him to be joining the Kubicek's. Matt Kubicek has nice ring to it. Welcome to the family Matt!
Mitch Clingman
Bubble Boy
Hi, my name is Mitch Clingman and I have the privilege of being Brooke’s favorite brother. I met Matt through my wife before he and Brooke had ever laid eyes on each other and I grew very fond of him and his sex columns almost immediately. I understand how difficult Brooke can be to live with and I wish Matt all of the patience in the world. Good talk.