Sophia & Zachary
Wedding Party
Eva Macek
Maid of Honor
Sophia's other soul-mate, her younger sister Eva, who's been by her side since 1999! Eva is Sophia's ultimate best friend and the two FaceTime or Call almost every single day - some would say they're almost inseparable. Fun Fact: In high school, Sophia and Eva convinced people they were twins - despite the fact Eva has gorgeous icy blue eyes and crisp blond hair, meanwhile Sophia has deep chestnut eyes and wavy brown locks.
Anthony Rowe
Best Man
Zach's brother and built in best friend! The two of them shared a room at their parent's house in Davidsonville literally until Zach left for college. Growing up, they were both involved with each others sports. Anthony would routinely act as the bat boy for Zach's baseball teams, and Zach would help coach Anthony's football teams. They share an incredible bond and spend time with each other often. You can find them on the golf course, at M&T Bank Stadium, watching the Yankees with their Dad, or on FaceTime discussing Star Wars and Lord of the Rings.
Teresa DePinto
Bridesmaid
The first person to welcome Sophia to America when she walked into Hammond Middle School's second period health class. The two were in girl scouts together, adventuring to many cities together - always laughing. Teresa has been a best friend for twelve years and counting...
Matt Petrik
Groomsman
Matt and Zach have been friends for almost 28 years. The two started Kindergarten together at the newly opened School of the Incarnation and were at SOTI together all the way until 8th grade. During their middle school years, the two spent a lot of time together playing baseball for the team coached by both of their fathers. Outside of the field, the two have made many memories; surfing in Long Beach Island, NJ, Jack Johnson concerts, college visits, and even a trip to Las Vegas. Zach had the honor of standing by Matt's side last year when Matt got married, and he cannot wait for Matt to return the favor.
Nabeeha Shah
Bridesmaid
The second person to welcome Sophia to America after she had moved...Nabs and Soph sat next to each other in Mrs. Six's math class becoming friends instantly, the two have been best friends twelve years and counting....
Nick Raimondo
Groomsman
Nick moved into Zach's neighbor from across the pond when the two of them were in middle school. They spent a lot of time together playing baseball then spent some time away from each other during their high school years. That is, until senior year when they found out they both committed to the same college to continue their baseball careers - St. Mary's College of Maryland. The two spent the next four years together as college roommates and teammates and have developed into the best of friends.
Emily Rowe
Bridesmaid
Zach's younger sister, Emily, becomes one of Sophia's new sisters. Emily is a neighbor of Z & S and is just as much of a party planner extraordinaire as Sophia - a sister match made in heaven!
Ryan Feminella
Groomsman
Dr. Ryan Feminella is one of Zach's cousin's from Long Island, NY. Ryan is a Met's fan, which opens the door for some healthy banter during the baseball season. However, the duo have a ton of fun when they are together. Ryan famously came down to visit Zach at St. Mary's College where he wrote his name in chalk on the ceiling of the Green Door Tavern. The Fem Boys and the Rowe family visit each other on a consistent basis and support each other at major life events.
Julie Rowe
Bridesmaid
Zach's youngest sister becomes Sophia's! Julie is a soon-to-be Mount St. Mary's Alumnae and always brings on the laughs at family or Christmas dinners.
Patrick Hodge
Groomsman
Zach met Pat through the Operation TEACH program; the grad-school program that placed both of them at Calvert Hall and allowed them to earn a master's degree in teaching. Both of them will tell you, if it wasn't for the other one they probably wouldn't of survived the program. Between teaching, coaching, golfing, and being a graduate student, two spent A LOT of time together (so much so that one time they were mistaken as a couple LOL). Pat has since moved on from Calvert Hall, but the two maintain their friendship. Zach witnesses Pat's marriage standing by his side and is excited to have Pat do the same.
Nathan Macek
Groomsman
Sophia's brother, Nathan, is an all star athlete at Mount St. Mary's! Nathan appeased Sophia and Eva for much of his life, allowing his sisters to dress him up. Now, he is getting the brother he always wanted. Zach and Nathan spend quality time together watching the Ravens, talking about soccer, and catching up some of the latest trends and slang. Nathan keeps Zach and Sophia young!