On an unassuming June evening Sydney and Jason set out on their separate paths with their friends to enjoy a Portland Timbers soccer match in downtown Portland. Both groups had general admission tickets, so it was truly something special that they ended up standing next each other that evening. They spent most of the first half in their own bubbles, enjoying the play on the field and yelling off color comments and the officials. At halftime Jason left to grab drinks for his group and his buddy Warren (one of Jason's groomsmen) struct up a conversation with the group next to him. The conversation somehow turned to baseball and opened up the perfect opportunity for a connection between Sydney and Jason. When Jason returned, the introduction between the two was made. They chatted and sang the Timbers Army chants together for the rest of the match. On the way out of the stadium, Sydney and Jason exchanged numbers with hopes of free baseball tickets and a friend to discuss soccer with. Little did the realize where this all might lead. After a few visits to the baseball stadium with friends, Sydney and Jason finally got together for their first date at, you guessed it, a Timbers match. By the end of the evening they each knew they had meet their forever partner. So don't be surprised if Sydney and Jason include some interesting chants or traditions into their big day. The Timbers hold a special place in their heart, cause without that chance meeting at the soccer match we wouldn't be getting together to celebrate their happiness on September 18th.