Stephen & Austin
Wedding Party
Emily Payne
Best Woman
Stephen and Emily met during their freshman year together at the University of North Florida. They stayed close friends after they both transferred out of UNF and pursued other universities. Stephen proudly stood by Emilys side when she married her husband, and we cant wait for Emily to do the same on the big day! They bonded over their love of travel, music, and frequent trips to the spa. Stephen and Emily have spent time in Las Vegas, Miami and countless other places together and created memories to last a lifetime. Fun Fact- Emily met world renowned rapper: Ty Dolla $ign at a music festival in Miami! Be sure to ask her about it! Emily resides in Orlando, Florida with her husband Spencer, and two boys Jordan and Graham.
Davin Miret
Best Man
Austin and Davin met their freshman year at the University of South Florida. They were brothers of the same fraternity and roommates their senior year. Constantly studying together for their next finance exam, they were always pushing each other to do and be better with their competitive edges. This spilled into leisure as well, where they bonded over their extreme love of College Football (although somehow always cheering for opposite sides), and video games. Davin is a loyal Canes fan - this year is their year! Always there for each other when needed, the two never miss a chance to reconnect in Tampa or Miami with a night on the town. Davin is an Attorney and currently resides in Miami, FL with his fiancé Dan and their dog Nala.
Victoria Golder
Groomswoman
Stephen and Tori are siblings. Stephen and Tori have a lifetime of memories together like their "sleepovers" on Christmas Eve or ghost hunting in haunted hotels. If you see Tori at the wedding be sure to ask her about her experience with the TV show Fear Factor! Stephen is blessed to always have his sister by his side. Through their ups and downs growing up they stood besides each other and Stephen is blessed to have Tori by his side on the big day! Tori currently is self employed in Orlando, Florida where she resides with her partner Taylor, and dog, Mylo!
Francisco Pascual
Best Man
Austin and Francisco met at the University of South Florida, at one point roommates alongside Davin. They share a lifetime of memories already, from bunkering down together during Irma, to navigating the crowded streets of Miami at a music festival or all the late nights studying together and discussing future aspirations. Always supporting each other through the trials and tribulations that college and navigating the modern adult world have brought, there is never a moment of silence when these two get the chance to be together. Fran is a member of the Sanchezes. Fransisco is currently a Medical Resident in Tampa, Florida where he lives with his fiancée Jamie.
Lauren Bimonte
Groomswoman
Stephen and Lauren have been close friends since their daily bus rides in middle school. Lauren and Stephen have bonded over their love for cooking and the Bachelor franchise. Lauren loves to check the weather and post updates on her Instagram, so be sure to ask her about the weather that week! Lauren and Stephen have stood by each others side through everything! They are always by each others side cheering the other on, whether that was on the 5th floor of the library during finals week or on FaceTime after Stephen moved to Charlotte. Stephen is blessed to have Lauren by his side on the big day! Lauren is a State Attorney in Tampa Florida where she resides with her cat, Barbi.
Chandler Hales
Groomsman
Chandler and Austin are brothers. They both obsess over their love for basketball, football, and making fun of soccer when Zach is trying to bring it up. They never miss a chance to debate any and all sports - neither has ever been wrong. He also has an awesome collection of LEGO ships. You can usually catch them grabbing lunch together at Chik-Fil-A on most Wednesdays. Chandler currently works for Bank of America in Charlotte, North Carolina where he resides with his wife, Hayley and daughter, Aubrey. Chandler is also the parent of two dogs Maverick and Louis.
Kristi Bimonte
Groomswoman
Stephen and Kristi met during their time in middle and high school. Stephen and Kristi bonded over their love for baking a sweet treat or cooking up a tasty meal! Kristi loves all things cooking, baking and home décor! Stephen and Kristi have always been by each others side through the ups and downs of life, and Stephen is grateful to have Kristi by his side on his wedding day! Kristi currently is a teacher in Tampa Florida where she lives with her three cats: Kitty, Carly and Oreo
Zachery Hales
Groomsman
As the youngest of the three, Zachery and Austin are brothers. Like with Chandler, the two never miss a chance to debate sports. Somehow, they always find each other cheering against each other - unless LeBron is involved. The two bond over a shared love of all kinds of music, and frequently exchange recommendations. Zach went to culinary school and is an amazing chef. Zach resides in Murphy, NC with his wife, Tasha, along with their dog Basil and cat Edgar.
Nicole Disipio
Groomswoman
Stephen and Nicole met at the University of South Florida. They bonded over their love for a hot girl walk and Justin Bieber. You can find Nicole singing along to Nicklebacks greatest hits, online shopping or yelling at her partner, Cody, to stop screaming at the TV during a FIFA game. Fun Fact: Nicole and Stephen lived 5 stories apart from each other for over three years! Some even called them the Housewives of Channelside! (nobody did). Stephen is excited to have Nicole by his side on his wedding day! Nicole works in the private aviation industry and lives in Tampa, FL with her fiancé Cody and cat Lily!
Nicholas Russin
Groomsman
Austin and Nicholas, also known as Nick (or Nico on a Friday night) met at the University of South Florida. Nick, an eagle scout, once rode his bike across the entire state of Florida to raise awareness and funds for philantropy. A big fan of roads, he enjoys sending pictures of road intersections he's working on for the boys to discuss. Nick was an esteemed member of the Sanchezes before he retired in early 2024. Nick is an engineer and resides in Tampa, FL with his wife Jaime.
Sierra Oppenheimer
Groomswoman
Stephen and Sierra met in middle school and became close friends shortly after starting high school. They grew close over their shared trauma of the infamous iPad program at their local high school. Sierra can be found getting her latest tattoo or reading a fantasy novel! Stephen and Sierra share a lifetime of memories together and Stephen is honored to have Sierra by his side on the big day! Sierra is currently a nurse in Tampa Florida where she resides with her fiancé, Javier, and dog Buc!
Cody Powell
Groomsman
Cody and Austin met at the University of South Florida. A dangerous duo, these two should never be allowed to plan any kind of outing together - the city of New Orleans banned them from coming back in late 2023. They can usually be found encouraging each other to do a shot, or being told to stop yelling by their partners while playing FIFA. Cody and Austin started the Sanchezes together and never think a football game is out of reach for their vested interest or USF. Cody is a multifamily construction project manager and resides in Tampa, FL with his fiancé Nicole and cat Lily.