Paige is the best sister I could ever ask for. We grew up arguing about everything, as sisters do, but as we've grown up, she's become my best friend and is someone I can lean on. Paige is so intentional with her relationships and is inspiring with how she shows her love for the Lord. I learn so much from her!

Ryan and I have had quite the journey together as it mostly includes baseball. We played together at DMACC, almost at Valpo, and both against and with each other in the minors. One of my favorite memories with Ryan was when he and I, after our graduating college, traveled with each other to minor league tryouts to try and get picked up. It was a challenging time for the two of us, but I couldn't be more thankful to Ryan for motivating me, pushing me, and helping make these fun memories along the way!

Annabel is my second sister. We have been a part of each other's families since forever and grew up together playing competitive sports, going on family vacations, and making up weird games with Emily at her house. She's the friend that will always check in and has grown to be a big part of Patrick's life now, too. We love Annabel and couldn't imagine our day without her!

Tyler and I met while competing against each other at shortstop at DMACC. We also got to play with each other on the Canaries at the end of my career which was a great way for me to exit the game. Where some may consider our friendship at first a rivalry (maybe it was), a true friendship and bond was formed. Tyler is someone who leads by example on the field and in his life and marriage. I am so thankful to have him next to me on the big day and alongside Kaylie and I for many years to come!

Emily and I have been together since we were in diapers. We went to preschool through high school together and our parents put us in many sports and activities together. We have countless memories and jokes that nobody would understand except us. We have been a part of every season and chapter of each other's lives and our Special Day wouldn't be complete without Em.

JT is a lifelong friend of mine from Sioux Falls. He and I attended Sunday School together, were confirmed together, and also finished out our collegiate baseball careers at Augustana at home in Sioux Falls. Justin and I have been there through so many ups, downs, twists and turns together. My favorite thing about Justin is that he always sheds a positive light on the matter at hand and reminds me to keep things simple and appreciate the things that truly matter most in life. Can't thank you enough my man!

Courtney is a college soccer teammate and someone I became really close with after we graduated. She became my unofficial roommate every weekend :), and we spent more weekends together than apart for a long time when I lived in Sioux Falls. Court is a consistent friend, and someone I can always count on. She's also a good friend of Patrick's now, too!

Austin and I were teammates briefly at DMACC and then became roommates when he transferred to play baseball at Augustana. Living with Austin was an absolute blast and is definitely a reason he and I became so close. From watching random movies with an IPA in hand or watching him search too long for his golf balls on the course, he has been there for me through so much, especially when Kaylie and I made the move to Des Moines in 2020. "Insert Will Ferrel movie quote here"

Ellie and I first met as recruits when we were in high school. We went from being clueless kids to Augie roommates for three years. Ellie has always encouraged me to have fun and has always been someone I can talk to. She gives 100% in everything she does, whether it's training for a marathon, fundraising for an important cause, or supporting & encouraging her friends and family. She's my forever roomie :)

Some guys found a COVID bride, I found a COVID buddy in Dustin! He and I are in similar career fields, share an interest in aviation (he has his pilots license, I don't), and enjoy a good round of darts at the Crow Bar in Sioux Falls. I'm pretty sure we're undefeated. Whether it's career or life advice, Dustin is always someone I can call to pick his mind, celebrate a good day, or analyze the newest Big Booty Mix with. Can't wait to jam out on the dance floor!

Hannah is another college roomie, and someone that gives the best advice. Han and I took many classes together in college, and is someone I've always gone to for help with school/academics or for life in general. Besides Patrick, I've traveled the most with Hannah. We've made so many memories together in London (x2), Switzerland, and Mexico (x2). I'm looking forward to our next trip together! :)

Flynn and I were neighbors growing up and played with and against each other in numerous athletics in HS baseball and later at Augie together. One of my favorite memories with Flynn has been when he would invite me out to his family's farm just west of Sioux Falls where we would fish, drive ATV's too fast, and maybe have ourselves a "desk pop" with a little tannerite. If you ever catch us together, it's probably planning one of our 100 business ideas that we have, but never follow through with. WE NEED TO!

Kara is my cousin and is the older sister I never had. From hand-me-downs, Camp Grandma & Grandpa stays, and even following in her footsteps with playing soccer at Augie, I've always looked up to Kara. She's the one I go to for advice, and I somehow always lose track of time when we're together. We usually get called Beth & Sally (our moms) when we're together now ;)

Rafa came in to Augie at the start of my senior year to join the team and he and I immediately became buddies. He also is the person who turned me on to Gilibertos in Sioux Falls...woof.. Over the past few years we've remained incredibly close as Rafa headed back to Switzerland where he lives with his wife Liz. Kaylie and I were lucky enough to be included in their special day in Cashiers, NC last year and we also made the trip overseas in 2022 to see his home country. Kaylie and I are honored that Rafa and Liz are making the trip overseas to be here for our day and can't wait to get the party started.

The best sis-in-law I could ever ask for. Mal has been a part of the family for 10 years now and I don't remember what it was like without her! She's always the life of the party, makes my brother happy, and has become someone I can lean on. AND most important, she gave me my most favorite humans - my niece Maxlie and nephew Lucas.

The best t-shirt slogan making, hot dog eating brother in law a guy could ask for! Oh yeah, and he's a chiropractor! Immediately Cole made me feel like part of the Miller family and shares a love for sports like I do. One of my favorite things about Cole is that he has such a young, fresh, positive personality that is contagious to be around! For those of you who did not know, Cole practiced against the Iowa Hawkeyes women's basketball team (before Caitlin Clark), and blocked multiple shots of George Kittle's wife. Looking forward to a fun-filled day with Cole's kids, Lucas and Maxlie, who are our ring bearer and flower girl!

Thanks to Ryan and Patrick, Kiersten and I have gotten close over the years. Patrick and Kiersten grew up in church together, and we first started spending time together when the guys would plan double dates. Early dinner plans always turn into late nights with too many laughs! Kiersten and I share a love of sports, wine, reality TV, and yoga. She is such a light and gives the best hugs!!

Ryan Patrick is a USF grad and the best knuckleball pitcher I have ever faced. Ask him about the time we faced each other. I'm pretty sure no knuckleballs were thrown...guy plays mind games! Ryan and I have remained close over the years and have grown such a meaningful friendship as he and I share a passion for business, a good beverage, and just talking about life. I consider whoever gets escorted to their seats or shares a cocktail with Ryan on our big day lucky because Ryan is one of the best hype men, cheerleaders, and philosophizers I know! Can't thank you enough for the constant support and excitement over the years, Ryan!

Lauren was a roommate and teammate in college, and is passionate about everyone and everything she cares about. Lauren is someone I have always loved being around because her energy and passion for life is contagious. I lose track of time with Lauren because we always end up talking about so many different things. Her love of the Lord is also something that I love about her.

Trent and I met through Augie as he came in to play ball after I graduated. Trent also grew up in Muscavegas with Kaylie and they were buddies throughout high school! Trent and I became close right as Kaylie and I made the move to Des Moines in 2020. Our group has hit up a ton of trivia nights, rounds of golf, and we are so thankful for Trent and his wife, Cami for their friendship and making Des Moines feel like home. One of my favorite things about Trent is his ability to talk to anyone about anything. He's also spot on with his Instagram reels that he sends to me on a daily basis. Can't wait for the big day along with our upcoming golf trip!

Julie was a college soccer teammate and someone that is incredibly fun to be around! She is so easy to talk to about serious things in life, but it's also easy to laugh with Julie. Julie will no doubt have the best moves on the dance floor - watch out when Pon De Replay comes on!! I was also lucky enough to be a lifeguard for Julie a few years ago ;)

Chris and I met through a mutual friend in North Carolina and have grown and maintained our friendship over the last 7-8 years! I feel like our friendship is a Kevin Costner movie as he and I first met when he needed someone to play catch with! Over the years, I have made a few trips to Raleigh to spend time with Chris. Each time we do, it's like no time has passed as our friendship picks up right where we left off. Can't wait to have Chris along for the bachelor party in his part of the country and can't wait to have you up for the big day my man!