Madeline & Zach
Wedding Party
Ansley Gilleland
Maid of Honor
Ansley is Madeline’s younger sister. They have always been very close and best friends. They love all the same romantic comedies, pop music, and love to travel. Ansley is encouraging, fun, athletic, kind, and hilarious.
Cole McFerren
Groomsman
Zach lived with Cole for most of his time at UGA. They survived living in Stucco together and served as officers in their fraternity, BYX, where they navigated many potential catastrophes. Cole, an attorney, is also incredibly annoying to argue with.
Avery Gilleland
Maid of Honor
Avery is Madeline’s youngest sister. Even though they are 6 years apart, they are super close and are best friends. They both love traveling together and can talk on the phone together for hours. Avery goes to the University of Tennessee and is pursing a career as a speech language pathologist. Avery is caring, adventurous, athletic, and funny.
Kyle Pickett
Groomsman
Zach and Kyle bonded over their shared love of NFL football while living together in college. They meet up frequently to watch sports together, especially at Taco Mac. If you see someone at the wedding wearing a cast, it's likely Kyle.
Allie Hansen
Bridesmaid
Allie is Zach’s younger sister. Allie is fun, hilarious, and talented with graphic design. She is an advertising major at UGA. Madeline is so thankful Zach has such an amazing sister and is so happy to have another sister.
Cam Gaskins
Groomsman
Zach met Cam at UGA, where the two shared a room as part of the Cloverhurst Crew (along with Cole and Kyle). They bonded while grinding through J-school. Cam is also a huge fan of the film adaptations of Orson Scott Card's novels.
Victoria Patronis
Bridesmaid
Madeline and Victoria met Freshmen year at UGA through their sorority, Gamma Phi Beta. They became instant friends bonding over Harry Potter and Taylor Swift. They were also roommates for 2 years and traveled to Miami and Chicago. They have stayed best friends even though Victoria now lives in Dallas. Victoria is sweet, caring, and fashionable.
Turner Carlisle
Groomsman
Zach met Turner in middle school, and they've remained close friends since. They constantly show each other new music, TV shows, standup comedy bits and workout routines. Turner has a hunting or fishing story for any occasion.
Sam Whisner
Bridesmaid
Sam was Madeline’s big sister in their sorority. As soon as they met, Madeline knew that they would be friends. Sam has always been a constant friend over the years. Sam is kind, supportive, and has the biggest heart.
Kaylyn Carlisle
Groomswoman
Zach has known Kaylyn his entire life. From watching PBS Kids together to running around Cascade Hills Church, they've always been best friends. Zach also takes all of the credit for Kaylyn meeting Turner, leading to their marriage last year.
Kayla Renie
Bridesmaid
Kayla and Madeline met freshmen year at UGA through a math class. They became friends right away. They had many movies nights throughout college and have stayed friends as Kayla has moved to other states for her photo journalism work. Kayla is sweet, a talented photographer, and supportive friend.
Grant Keller
Groomsman
Zach and Grant butted heads immediately during the early days of BYX pledgeship. However, after they got the opportunity to pie each other in the face at a sorority event, they quickly became good friends. Now, they mostly text each other to complain about their NFL teams' woes.
Maddie Burke
Bridesmaid
Madeline and Maddie met at UGA through volunteering at an organization called Extra Special People. They became close friends when they decided to go to the same occupational therapy program and to be roommates in Atlanta. Maddie is smart, empathic, and athletic.
Calen Dennis
Groomsman
Zach met Calen during Freshco at UGA, and they've stayed friends ever since. Some of Zach's best memories freshman year took place in Creswell's 3C hall. However, never trust Calen with tickets, because he will always find a way to forget them.