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The story of Madilyn and Woody began well before the two of them even started dating. In elementary school, Woody and Madilyn's brother, Gavin, began playing baseball against one another. Their love for baseball and mutual friends, launched them into a friendship of their own. Through this friendship, Woody and Madilyn were introduced. However, it started off pretty rocky for Woody. For years before they started dating, Woody was in love with Madilyn and slid into her Instagram DMs frequently. Of course, this always annoyed Gavin! Madilyn was never interested in Woody until November of her senior year in high school. That Thanksgiving weekend, the 2 found themselves in Las Vegas for a baseball tournament. Madilyn fell head over heels for the "cute shortstop" and decided to slide into his DMs for a change. Low and behold, Madilyn and Woody went out on their first date to Raising Canes in Las Vegas. And from there, their love story began. At midnight on January 1, 2019, Woody asked Madilyn to be his girlfriend and ever since they have always been in love with each other. While the past 6 years have been far from perfect, and have brought many ups and downs, the couple has always remained each others biggest cheerleaders. Through high school and college graduations, baseball, jobs, and careers, Madilyn and Woody have always shown up for one another, and praising Jesus for it all along the way. On December 21, 2024, Woody asked Madilyn to be his wife. It was the most perfect day, but they know that December 7th will be even better!

The Story of Us

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Engagement Day | 12/21/2024

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Our favorite People

Madilyn and Evy have been the best of friends since 6th grade!  Evy has stuck by Madilyn's side through middle school and high school, and even braved being her college roommate for 4 years.  The 2 have been talking about being each others Maid of Honors for YEARS, and it's finally happening!  They are ride or die for each other, and truly besties for life!

Evy Brixey

Bam and Woody met their freshman year at UC Irvine, where they were both on the baseball team.  The very next year, the 2 of them became roommates down in Newport Beach and shared the best memories with one another.  Woody and Bam have always had a special bond, which has made their friendship so special.  BM's for life!

Abraham Garcia-Pacheco

Where to begin?!  Macie and Madilyn have been besties before the womb and grew up together side by side!  Distance never broke their forever friendship, it brought them even closer.  Being practically family, these 2 gals have been through and seen it all with each other!  

Maison Dean

Being the Brides brother and the Grooms best friend has always put Gavin in an interesting situation.  Woody and Gavin met in elementary school through baseball and stayed close friends ever since.  Thanks to their friendship, that's how Madilyn and Woody came to be!

Gavin Grutzmacher

Madi met Madilyn day 1 of college move in day at Cal Baptist.  The 2 were a little skeptical of each other at first, but quickly became the best of friends!  Madi and Madilyn's friendship has remained, tighter than ever, post-college.

Madi Swain

Woody and Chase's friendship didn't start off too great, but after they settled their differences, Chase became one of Woody's best friends.  Chase and Woody had the privilege of being teammates on the UCI baseball team together for 3 years and BM's for life!

Chase Call

Alyssa and Madilyn lived on the same hall their freshman year at CBU.  The 2 of them, along with Evy and Madi, became the closest friends and braved college together!  Post-college, Alyssa and Madilyn have always made their friendship a priority, regardless of the long distance.

Alyssa Graff

Daniel and Woody met in elementary school through baseball.  In middle school, Woody, Daniel, and Gavin, were apart of the same friend group that still remains strong today.  Daniel became one of Woody's closest friends and a great Christian role-model in his life.

Daniel Rodriquez

Jenna and the Bride grew up just across the street from one another!  While Madilyn and Jenna have known each other for years, their friendship really blossomed after Madilyn graduated high school.  Neighbor girls forever!

Jenna Hilton

Woody met Nick his freshman year at UC Irvine through baseball, and later became roommates, Woody's last 2 year of college. Nick tends to get under Woody's skin in the best and loving way possible.  BM's for life!

Nick Pinto

Haylie and Madilyn's parents have been besties for quite some time, and in the past few years, Haylie and Madilyn have grown closer and closer.  These 2 are always up for some 'bubbles,' just like their mommas and always show up for one another!

Haylie Lock

Woody met Garrett when he was drafted by the Detroit Tigers and shipped down to Florida.  These 2 found each other and became good friends instantly! Woody also has the privilege of standing by Garretts side on his big day in November. 

Garrett Pennington

Madilyn and Dorothy have the privilege of being cousins, but they are so much more than that! They are each others ride or die and have developed a beautiful friendship, despite their age gap!

Dorothy Gallardo

Woody and Kason are cousins and just "get" each other!  Even though Woody is older, these 2 have always been super close. Their age gap and distance hasn't separated them one bit!

Kason Hadeen

Duke is one of Madilyn's cousins and is the smartest person she knows (like seriously, he's going to change the world someday)!  Madilyn & Woody love his sweet heart and know that he will crush it as an usher!

Duke Gallardo

Kelsie is one of Woodys cousins.  As they've grown older, these 2 have continued to grow closer & closer.  The Bride & Groom are so excited to have her as a part of their big day!  Go Huskers!

Kelsie Hadeen

Now this one is a force to be reckoned with, but in a good way!  With Dakota being the Brides cousin, her and Woody know that he will bring just the right amount of spunk, fun and love to greet our wonderful guests.  

Dakota Gallardo

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Q + A

Airports

Ontario International Airport

San Diego International Airport

Hotels

$$$ | 20 minutes away from Galway Downs

Pechanga Resort Casino

$$ | 10 minutes away from Galway Downs

South Coast Winery Resort & Spa

$ | 25 minutes away from Galway Downs

SpringHill Suites Temecula Valley Wine Country

Transportation

Transportation Disclaimer

Due to the business of wedding events and activities, the bride and grooms families will not be doing airport pick-ups or offering transportation.&nbsp;We are so grateful that you chose to travel to celebrate our big day, but we are choosing to protect this special weekend for the bride and groom, along with their families, to enjoy.&nbsp; Below you will find three great transportation options available!

Airport shuttle service to and from San Diego, Ontario, Santa Ana, and LAX.

Temecula Air Shuttle

Download the app and get a ride to and from anywhere!

Uber 

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

Travel

This is one of the Bride and Grooms favorite wineries in town! If your looking for a fun, rustic vibe, this is your place!

Peltzer Winery

Coin-Op is one of Madilyn and Woody's favorite date night spots! They love to come here, grab a drink, and play arcade games.

Coin-Op Game Room Temecula

If you're a golfer, this is your place! One of the prettiest golf courses in town.

Temecula Creek Inn

Altisima has the most gorgeous view of wine country, and is one of the few wineries with a restaurant.

M&W

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