Encanterra Country Club

Wedding Day

Ceremony

Reception

Fall

Our Wedding

We met at Grand Canyon University as members of the track and field team, both competing in high jump. Being at the same practices and meets made it easy to get to know one another. Jacob had recently transferred from Doane University in Nebraska, and Delaney had just moved to Arizona from Nevada.Over months of training, travel, and team dinners, a friendship naturally grew into a relationship. From that point on, we did life side by side, supporting one another through seasons of distance, including summers spent driving back and forth to Reno.In November of last year, we chose to elope in an intimate ceremony centered on honoring Jesus and the commitment we were making to one another. One of the reasons this timing was especially meaningful is that Delaney’s best friend was able to celebrate with us during the elopement before leaving for military service.From teammates to best friends, partners in faith, and now husband and wife, we are grateful for the path that brought us here and for the community celebrating with us.

Our Story

First Date 2023 | First Anniversary 2024 | Engaged April 2025 | Married Nov. 2025

Photos

Markus Pieper

Calyx Steiner

Cade Mahan

Abby Maschoff

Chris Mayfield

Maura Langan

Austin Atencio

Teola Higashi

Jack Haury

Jessica Betz

Parker Hansen

Chloe Mullen

Jack Hodge

Bre Nieto

Gavin Terrano

Taya Terrano

Izzy Centolella

Wedding Party

Cocktail attire. Think dresses, jumpsuits, suits, or dress slacks and a button-up. The ceremony will be outdoors but there is access to an indoor area as well, there's no deep grass so ladies feel free to bring out your favorite heels —it is Arizona in the fall, which means warm afternoons and cooler evenings. We have provided an "inspiration board" as well if anyone needs ideas!

Just a heads-up—emerald green will be worn by the bridesmaids, so we’d love for guests to choose a different color!

Dress Code

Q + A

The closest hotel is about an 18-minute drive from the venue. We also recommend checking Airbnb, as there are several nearby options available that weekend at comparable rates.

Located in Queen Creek, 28 miles from Sea Life Arizona, Hampton Inn Queen Creek, AZ provides accommodations with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking and a shared lounge. The hotel has a hot tub and a 24-hour front desk. All rooms in the hotel are equipped with a TV with cable channels. All guest rooms at Hampton Inn Queen Creek, AZ feature air conditioning and a desk. Guests at the accommodation can enjoy a continental breakfast. Phoenix-Mesa Gateway Airport is 3.1 miles away.

Hampton Inn Queen Creek

Located in Queen Creek, within 23 miles of Sea Life Arizona and 27 miles of Hall of Flame Firefighting Museum, WoodSpring Suites Gilbert - Mesa Gateway Airport has accommodations with a fitness center as well as free private parking for guests who drive. The property is around 27 miles from Phoenix Zoo, 28 miles from Papago Park and 28 miles from Desert Botanical Gardens. Mystery Castle is 30 miles from the hotel and OdySea Aquarium is 31 miles away. Certain rooms are equipped with a kitchen with a fridge, a microwave and a stovetop. The hotel can conveniently provide information at the reception to help guests to get around the area. Phoenix-Mesa Gateway Airport is 3.1 miles from the property.

Woodspring Suites Gilbert - Mesa Gateway Airport

Located in Gilbert, within 30 miles of Phoenix Convention Center and 31 miles of Copper Square, Holiday Inn Express &amp; Suites - Gilbert - Mesa Gateway Airport has accommodations with an outdoor swimming pool and free WiFi throughout the property as well as free private parking for guests who drive. The property is around 22 miles from Sea Life Arizona, 25 miles from Hall of Flame Firefighting Museum and 25 miles from Phoenix Zoo. The hotel has a hot tub and a 24-hour front desk. Guests at the hotel can enjoy a buffet or a continental breakfast. Papago Park is 26 miles from Holiday Inn Express &amp; Suites - Gilbert - Mesa Gateway Airport, while Desert Botanical Gardens is 26 miles from the property. Phoenix-Mesa Gateway Airport is 1.2 miles away.

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Gilbert Mesa Gateway Airport by IHG

Located in Mesa, 21 miles from Phoenix Convention Center, Courtyard by Marriott Phoenix Mesa Gateway Airport has accommodations with free bikes, private parking, an outdoor swimming pool and a fitness center. With a restaurant, the 3-star hotel has air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi. The hotel has a hot tub and a 24-hour front desk. All rooms in the hotel are equipped with a flat-screen TV and free toiletries. An American breakfast is available at Courtyard by Marriott Phoenix Mesa Gateway Airport. There's an in-house bar and guests can also use the business area. Copper Square is 21 miles from the accommodation, while Sea Life Arizona is 12 miles from the property. Phoenix-Mesa Gateway Airport is 14 miles away.

Courtyard Phoenix Mesa Gateway Airport

Travel

Good Eats

This is who Delaney works for! It's amazing Texas style BBQ that uses authentic smokers and techniques!

Delaney & Jacob

Delaney & Jacob