Paige & Tyler
Wedding Party
Hope Reckert
Maid of Honor
I've known this girl my whole life. My parents gifted her to me on July 4th, 1998. Though it may come as a surprise, I told my Mom and Dad to return her shortly after she came home because I wanted all of their attention. Shocker. Her and I did everything together growing up and still are doing everything together growing older. She's my workout partner, go to stylist, wine connoisseur, and fellow book worm. There is no better friend than a sister. And there is no better sister than Hopey. She is a little bit of childhood that can never be lost. She is so much fun to be around and truly is my rock. Hope puts the interest of others above herself and radiates joy. She is my best friend in the whole wide world. I constantly look forward to spending time with her and doing life together!
Claire Wagner
Bridesmaid
I met this lovely lady in 7th grade. Soccer was a lifestyle for us both at that point in our lives. We got along and did everything on and off the field together. On the field, she assisted every single header goal I scored. Off the field, she goofed around with me, tolerated my crazy and always was a constant outlet for whatever I needed. I was so fortunate in that I committed to play soccer at Clemson University where Claire shortly committed after me. Multiple friends told us that it wouldn't be smart for us to live together going into college because we'd likely grow tired of each other. The complete opposite happened, we grew closer. I would HIGHLY recommend going to college with you best friend. My dear friend CW has one of the purest souls I've ever met. She is incredible.
Caroline Brown
Bridesmaid
Carol and I instantly hit it off back in 7th grade. We played soccer against each other for many years before I ended up making the switch to CASL. Through soccer and weekend play dates, we've had some incredible times. We are so close that I can't tell who is the bad influence. We have quite the track record...It would probably be best if you didn't ask our parents. We've easily have had 1 million sleepovers in which I think I can recall every single one. She is my most goofy and kind hearted girl. People like Caroline are heard to find, harder to leave and impossible to forget. A day spent with her is one of my favorite days.
Jessi O'Neal
Bridesmaid
Didn't really have a choice with Jess. Just Kidding! We're cousins, therefore, we go way back. Big time bonus in that we clicked from day one...with the exception of her inability to share her nightly serving of chocolate milk with me during trips to the beach house or during routine sleepovers. Though we don't see each other as much as I'd like, Jess and I can pick right back up where we left off at any time. She makes me feel so comfortable in my own skin. She's not only family but one of the greatest friends I've ever made. I could call her any hour of the day/night and she'd pick up for me. She is and always has been so patient and caring towards me. I don't have an older sister but she fit the void from day one. Love this one to pieces!
Sloan Signoretti
Bridesmaid
I met my Sloany at Clemson during our freshman summer. She was on the golf team and I was on the soccer team. We both were enrolled in summer school and spent a good bit of time outside of sports and school together which I am so thankful for. I feel like that was a nice escape for the both of us being that college athletics is not easy. I'll never forget when she impulsively bought that mustang. She literally called me and said, "Come outside, I want to take you for a spin". Gosh, her and I hit it off instantly. She has been a constant light in my life. Sloan is one of the most selfless people I've ever met. We both have such dominant personalities...it's surprising how well we mesh. I respect and adore this girl so much. She is a fun time!
Allie Kington
Bridesmaid
I have a thousand nicknames for my Allie. She was a year ahead of me at Clemson. We didn't become conjoined at the hip until around my Junior year. We both around the same time went through career altering injuries/surgeries which wasn't fun but really allowed for our friendship to grow. From traveling all over the country with Clemson soccer to snuggling on our couch and eating ice cream in Clemson, "Alice" has been such a lovely best friend to do life with. "Allen" was and still is to this day somebody who always checks in on me. I am so grateful for her and the way she cares for me. It's an incredible feeling to have best friends in your life that you love so dearly especially when that love continues to grow. Wish I could kick back with a glass of wine and my "Alard" every day.
Kaitlin Walker
Bridesmaid
My childhood best friend and the one I am so grateful to have never lost contact with. I met Kaitlin my very first day in Kindergarten. We must have been 5 years old. Kate and I grew up going to school, playing soccer and riding horses together. We've likely had over a 1 million sleepovers and have asked our parents about 10 million times to take us to the others house for a play date. Kaitlin and I weren't "normal" girlie girls. We played with insects, hung out in the creeks and even pretended we were horses. Kaitlin is the twin sister I never had but always wanted. Her soul and mine have always grooved together and though the distance now stinks, we always pick up right where we last left off. Her presence brings so much delight and comfort. I wish I could hug her every day!
Emily Happ
Bridesmaid
I met my future sister-in-law, Emily, in 2013 when Tyler brought me home to meet his family in Georgia. I have so many fond memories with time spent with Em. From cheering her on in Charleston, SC when she completed her first half marathon to sailing through the BVI's with the Happ family. She is so fun to be around and loves wine just as much as me. I found not only a sister, but a life long friend in Em and I am so grateful for that.
Natalie Happ
Bridesmaid
I met my future sister-in-law, Natalie, in 2013 when Tyler brought me home to meet his family in Georgia. Natalie was in middle school at the time when I first met her. Nat has such a sweet soul. You can always count on her to bring everybody together whether it is watching a movie, sharing stories or playing board games. Her creativity amazes me! Like Emily, I not only have found a new sister but a friend for a lifetime.
Erik Happ
Best Man
You can't pick your family but I definitely lucked out with mine. Erik and I have always both been extremely competitive (soccer, golf, board games, and literally anything else we could make into a competition) and although it hasn't always ended cordially, it is something that has bonded us and brought us closer over the years.
PJ Vesper
Groomsman
I met PJ when we played on the same U7 soccer team at United Quest. We became much closer after I moved into the same high school district during middle school and played on a couple more teams together during that time. I spent what felt like every other day hanging out at his house until college and am thankful the Vespers did not charge me rent.
Chris Murphy
Groomsman
Like most of my high school friends, Chris and I met at PJ's house. Between walking to Chris's house after school for a chicken bake and our high school graduation party, Chris and I did almost everything together. Fun fact, he is only person to visit me everywhere I have lived (Georgia, South Carolina, Connecticut, Mexico, and North Carolina).
Tyler Stanford
Groomsman
I met Tyler when our rival soccer clubs merged 17 years ago and ended up becoming even better friends after spending many weekends traveling for games. Tyler and I really bonded and became very close when we both started to golf more often after college. If I am on a golf trip, you can bet Tyler is there too.
Parker Shank
Groomsman
Parker is one of my few high school friends that I didn't meet at PJ's house. After meeting in the 8th grade playing intramural handball, Parker and I really started to hang out more in high school after having more classes together, being snowed into his house for a week junior year, and weekend trips to the lake.
Austen Burnikel
Groomsman
I met Austen in college playing on the soccer team. I've enjoyed spending a lot of time with him between soccer, football games, trips with Paige and Claire, and the occasional helicopter ride. Whether you're making beer can chicken or changing a flat tire an hour into your ski trip, Austen is a great friend to have around.
Nick Daly
Groomsman
Nicky was another friend I met at the Vesper household and a staple through college. Between letting me use his student ID to get into UGA football games or visiting me Clemson/Mexico/Raleigh, he is a friend who I can count on to always there be there for me.
Taylor Hayes
Groomsman
Taylor and I have been friends since (you guessed it) we met at PJ's house. We've spent countless hours playing FIFA, Catan, card games, corn hole, and golf. He is a great cook but an even better commissioner and produces the best weekly fantasy football recap/preview on the internet and I'm lucky to get to enjoy both!
Benson Hu
Groomsman
Benson and I spent a lot of time together in college when I was visiting UGA or the guys coming up to Clemson. You can always count on Benson for game of Catan or round of golf (he is better at golf than he is at Catan). He once had the cops called to my 2nd floor Lightsey apartment for a noise complaint when he was playing corn hole inside my apartment (people don't forget!).