Taylor & Matthew
Wedding Party
Morgan Schrader
Maid of Honor
Morgan is Taylor's sister, and lifelong best friend. She is married to Tad Schrader, the officiant. Morgan and Taylor went to the University of South Carolina together and then both lived in Charleston while Morgan attended MUSC Physician's Assistant School. Morgan loves to watch college football and pet dogs.
Jameka Blanchard
Bridesmaid
Jameka has known Taylor for over 10 years now. They met playing kickball and continue to spend a lot of time on the fields together. Jameka is an expert at baking cupcakes and making Jello Shots. Jameka and Taylor can be found drinking wine at girls night or watching college football together on the weekends.
Hannah Shattles
Bridesmaid
Hannah and Taylor met on the Kickball fields. Hannah and Taylor workout and work together at Burn Boot Camp, but prefer to spend their time attending wine night and riding bikes downtown Charleston.
Nikki Bozek
Bridesmaid
Nikki and Taylor met when Nikki attended PA school at MUSC with Taylor's sister, Morgan. They instantly bonded over both attending the University of South Carolina and their love for dogs. Nikki and Taylor love to watch Carolina football and try new restaurants together.
Kathryn Strickland
Bridesmaid
Kathryn and Taylor met playing kickball almost 10 years ago. They became instant friends when Taylor found out that she was also an alumni of The University of South Carolina and enjoys watching college sports. Kat and Taylor love to tailgate and cheer on The Gamecocks together.
Dirk Bair
Best Man
Dirk and Matthew have been friends since elementary school. They both grew up in Monks Corner, and played Tennis in high school together. Dirk and Matthew once went on a couples cruise together following a series of unfortunate events. They love to chat over a "Mexican Ashtray" when Dirk visits Charleston.
Mitch Nussbaum
Groomsman
Mitch and Matthew met through Taylor, and became friends on the kickball field. Mitch was there the day Matthew and Taylor met, so he has watched their relationship grow from the start. Mitch was roommates with Matthew and Taylor. He and Matthew enjoy riding bikes and having chats over a cold Coors. Light
Sam Harris
Groomsman
Sam and Matthew met playing kickball. They like to play golf together, and both enjoy the beach. Sam and Matthew frequently get together to play pickleball downtown.
Scotty D'Alessandro
Groomsman
Scotty has been friends with Taylor and Matthew for over 7 years. Scotty is the captain of their kickball team, the Slamhawgz. The first time Matthew met Scotty, Matthew helped tie him to a tree. Scotty enjoys riding bikes and attending Riverdogs baseball games with Matthew and Taylor.
Flynn Dickson
Groomsman
Flynn and Matthew met in High School. Matthew recruited Flynn to be on the high school swim team. They have been friends for over 20 years and spent many summers lifeguarding together at the YMCA. Flynn currently lives in Orangeburg with his wife and two daughters.
Thomas Strickland
Groomsman
Thomas and Matthew met through kickball. They enjoy talking about guns and the Carolina Gamecocks. Thomas loves to host his friends and grill. He makes excellent wings and steaks. He is married to bridesmaid, Kathryn.
Tad Schrader
Officiant
Tad is officiating the wedding. He is married to Taylor's sister, Morgan. Tad had a hand in introducing Matthew and Taylor. He worked with Matthew at Roper Express Care, and convinced Matthew to come to the Riverdogs game where he met Taylor for the first time. Tad loves watching sports and golfing.