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Nicole NORDEEN - MAID OF HONOR

Nicole & Steph attended undergrad at The University of North Dakota together, where they both studied Fine Art & Graphic Design. Steph has always been inspired by Nicole's outgoing nature & immense creativity. They both have thriving creative careers at Target Corp in Minneapolis.

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JOsH SCHMIDT - BEST MAN / BROTHER OF THE GROOM

Josh is Cailen's brother. Best friends from the very beginning! Josh resides in Arizona with his wife Jessica and Cailen's favorite Niece and Goddaughter, Ellery.

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LACI (GINDER) SOPER - BRIDESMAID

Laci & Steph met at The University of North Dakota where they were both cheerleaders for the Mens Hockey Team. They have so many fun memories together, including spring break trips, cheerleading trips and eventually moving in to the infamous "Tree House" together. 

 
 
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ERIC TESSIER - GROOMSMAN

Eric & Cailen grew up in Duluth, MN together, they met through mutual friends and by competing against each other in hockey & soccer. You will most often find cailen & eric communicating with each other via movie quotes! Eric resides in duluth, MN with his wife Amanda, and growing family!

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KYLIE (BLOODSWORTH) CATTOOR - BRIDESMAID

Kylie & Steph have been friends since childhood. They grew up in the same neighborhood in Edina, MN and were competitive figure skaters together. Kylie & Steph both moved to the East Coast after college and although they did not live close to each other, they made a point to see each other and keep the friendship alive. Cailen also plays hockey with Kylie's husband, Patrick.

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DEVIN PACHECO - GROOMSMAN

Devin & cailen attended University of Wisconsin superior together, where they both played on the soccer team. They have been friends since day one! Post college, Devin brought cailen to work in NYC with the new york rangers hockey team, a fun opportunity for them both. Devin now resides in st. paul MN  with his wife laura.

 
 
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TINA BEAUPRE - BRIDESMAID / MAKEUP ARTIST

Tina keeps Steph fun! They met as cheerleaders at The University of North Dakota and have had fun together ever since. Tina now winters in warmer climates, but when the two are both living in Minneapolis, they enjoy happy hour-ing together & their love of hockey! Tina is one of Minnesota's top makeup artists & will be contributing her talents to Steph's big day!

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JOE OLSON - GROOMSMAN

Joe & Cailen played soccer together at The University of Wisconsin Superior. joe is an officer in the navy and has moved many times since these two have been friends. they make a point to stay in touch and try to see each other as often as possible. joe and his wife courtney live in ventura, ca (although cailen & steph hope they make a move back to the midwest soon!)

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KRISTI BENSON - BRIDESMAID

Kristi is Steph's cousin on her mother's side & she's the reason Cailen and Steph met. She introduced them on a weekend girls trip to Duluth. Without her, these two may have never met! Thanks Kristi!

 
 
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TYLER LEDYARD - GROOMSMAN

Tyler and Cailen attended central high school together. They met in 7th grade, playing on the same soccer team. they have maintained a close friendship & continue to enjoy golfing together and double dates with lovely wife emily. 

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ANGIE (ROSE) ANDERSON - BRIDESMAID

Angie & Steph met through cheerleading at The University of North Dakota. They bonded over their love of boxed wine & long island iced teas! Angie was a founder of the "Tree House" family, the amazing University Ave house that they resided in the last few years of college.

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KARL REINKE - GROOMSMAN

Karl & cailen grew up playing hockey together. They both attended central high school. Their friendship grew post-high school through many workouts at various training facilities where cailen worked. Karl will never back down from a challenge, which has sparked some healthy competition between the two over the years. 

 
 
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MALLORY (WOODS) BERDAL - BRIDESMAID

Mal & Steph met at the University of North Dakota, where they both lived in the "Tree House." Mal is easy going and always up for adventure. She and Steph traveled to Sturgis, South Dakota one summer to see the exciting motorcycle rally & experience the Black Hills, an adventure they will never forget!

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LUKE Jakubowski - GROOMSMAN

Luke is a dear friend and instrumental player in Cailen's professional career. they met in 2009 when luke was opening his own business & recruited cailen to come work for him. They have had a ton of fun together, but also enjoyed helping young athletes excel.

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NATE SPENCER - USHER / BROTHER OF THE BRIDE

Nate is Steph's middle brother. He's one of the kindest most caring people she knows. He enjoys video games & playing with their parent's dogs. He currently works at medtronic in the twin cities in communications.

 
 
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MIKEY SPENCER - USHER / BROTHER of THE BRIDE

Mikey is Steph's youngest brother. He is an amazing youth hockey coach and has bonded with Cailen over their mutual love of hockey. Mikey & Cailen are also coworkers at Sports Engine. He has loved Cailen and taken him on as a brother from the get-go. Mikey has a passion for music and loves to attend concerts with cailen & steph.

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CLINT HANSEN - USHER

Clint & Cailen grew up in Duluth, mn where they attended central high school together. They have been roommates for many years in the twin cities & have traveled to many different destinations together, including one very rowdy st. patty's day in Chicago. Clint & Steph bonded over their jobs at Target. He has also stepped in as the couples realtor and is graciously helping them to find their dream home!

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KURT LEMKE - USHER

Kurt & cailen met at LA fitness in 2007, where they both worked. they bonded over thier mutual love of sports and both have a childish sense of humor.