Megan Van Dyke - Matron of Honor
Megan and Rachel have been friends for over ten years. They met back when they both lived in downtown West Palm Beach and spent many days and nights with the group of friends notoriously known as "The Prado Crew." Megan is originally from Merritt Island, Florida, and currently lives in West Palm Beach with her husband Caleb and precious daughter Everly.
Mario "Makiki" Morales - Best Man
Makiki and Markus have been friends through beach volleyball for over six years and have competed as partners for many beach volleyball tournaments throughout Florida for the last three years. Makiki is originally from Puerto Rico and first moved to Connecticut for work before transferring down to Florida. He currently lives with his wife, Stephanie, and two kids, Lucas and Olivia in Palm Beach Gardens, Florida.
Darcy Sullivan - Bridesmaid
Darcy and Rachel met through mutual friends in West Palm Beach and have been friends for over 10 years. Darcy can be credited for inviting Rachel out to the Octoberfest evening that led to her meeting her husband to be, Markus! Darcy is originally from Louisville, Kentucky, and currently lives in Lake worth, Florida with her two pups, Dali and Finn.
Brandon Smith - Groomsman
Brandon and Markus met through volleyball over five years ago. Although you won't find Brandon on the volleyball courts as often as Markus, they still manage to squeeze in some bro time for an IPA or two at their favorite brewery, Twisted Trunk. Brandon is originally from the largest of the British Virgin Islands, Tortola, and currently lives in Palm Beach Gardens, Florida, with his girlfriend Cecey.
Ashley Brice - Bridesmaid
Ashley and Rachel have been friends since high school and played soccer together. Over the last few years, Ashley has adopted Rachel as a family member, spending many family vacations in Florida together with her husband and three kids. Ashley and her family lived in Florida for some time before moving back to Michigan in 2019. Ashley now lives in Milan, Michigan, with her husband Garrett, and three kids, Landon, Norah, and Sadie.
Dave Grosz - Groomsman
Dave and Markus also met and became friends when Markus first started playing beach volleyball in Florida. Although he no longer lives in Palm Beach Gardens, his work often requires travel and he and Markus are able to meet up for guys night whenever he is passing through. Dave is originally from Hungary, and now lives in Oviedo, Florida, with his wife Brooke and their two children, Simon and Noah.
Chelsea Wroblewski - Bridesmaid
Chelsea and Rachel have been friends since preschool! From high school, they both went on to college at Western Michigan University together. They've stayed close all these years after with many trips between Michigan and Florida. Chelsea currently lives in Belleville, Michigan, with her husband Nick and three daughters, Stella, Sophia, and Paisley.
Branden Walczak - Groomsman
Branden is Rachel's youngest brother. He has lived with her (and most recently Markus as well) since he moved to Florida for work in 2015. He can be credited with many home renovations as well as making the house incredibly "smart!" He is usually in charge of the grilling for the many pool parties hosted, and the one to go-to for any technology/electrical questions. Ask him anything!
Jessica Cryderman - Bridesmaid
Jessica and Rachel have been friends since middle school. They've spent countless slumber parties and road trips together. Even through many years of distance, Jessica never turns down a girls trip to Florida that is never nearly long enough! Jessica currently lives in Belleville, Michigan with her husband Travis and three kids, Hunter, Diem, and Tate.
Joe Taverrite - Groomsman
Joe and Markus met through beach volleyball as well and have been friends for about 5 years. Joe grew up in East Rochester, New York but has been living in Florida with his wife Renée and two children, Siena and Max for most of his life. His accomplishment as a successful “Ironman” has helped Joe give Markus advice in preparing for beach volleyball tournaments many times.