Makenzie & Jared

“He was one of my brother’s roommates and teammates. I would go to their games and always said I had a crush on #31!”
WHEN AND WHERE DID YOU MEET?
Jared and I met in college! He was a few years older than me. He was one of my brother’s roommates and teammates. I would go to their games and always said I had a crush on #31! I ended up going to the same college, and in October of 2020 we started dating!
TELL US ABOUT YOUR FIRST DATE!
Our first date was to a college party with two of our mutual best-friends. We joke that Jared didn’t get a word in that night because I couldn’t stop talking.
WHAT IS YOUR FAVORITE THING TO DO TOGETHER?
We love working out and being active together. It’s part of our daily routine and our favorite part of the day. We just love being around each other and are always laughing and having fun.
WHEN DID YOU KNOW HE/SHE WAS THE ONE?
I knew very early in our relationship that I wanted Jared in my life forever. He is the most genuine, kindest, and funniest person I have ever met. I truly thank god for him everyday. He is my best friend, and I am so excited to be his wife!
It’s impossible to say one moment when I knew she was the one. It’s who she is everyday. Her kindness, happiness, and love shine through everyday. It’s her excitement and enthusiasm she brings even to the smallest of things. She makes me want to be better everyday!
HOW DID HE PROPOSE?
Jared proposed in Cancun Mexico! It was late, and we were in a gazebo slow dancing to an Elvis song. It was the best day ever!
WHEN YOU THINK OF YOUR WEDDING DAY, WHAT DO YOU ENVISION? WHAT IS THE MOST IMPORTANT THING FOR YOU?
We envision the most beautiful day, surrounded by our favorite people, celebrating our love!
WHY THE WILLOW?
The Willow is absolutely gorgeous! Beautiful on the inside, and the views surrounding the Willow are just amazing. As soon as we toured it, we knew this was the perfect place for our wedding.
Wedding Date: May 30, 2026