Though their families grew up 20 minutes away from each other, Peter and Maria met for the very first time playing volleyball together in 2021. They both ended up playing on the same team, and though their interactions were brief, they were enough to make an impression. Peter decided he just had to ask Maria out the next time he saw her... Fast forward a few weeks, Peter hoped to start a nice organic conversation, but Maria was late for an event after volleyball, and was actively running to her car. Peter sprinted after Maria, calling her name, and when Maria stopped and turned around, Peter said, "You probably don't remember my name, but I think you're gorgeous. Can I take you to dinner?" Now, after four long years of dating long distance between Illinois and Florida, we finally get to become Mr. & Mrs. Buonincontro!