How It All Began…

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Amanda & Ryan’s story began in 2009 at the University of Oregon. Their fates would collide while working together over the summer at

Abercrombie & Fitch (yes you read that right)

.

Amanda was entering her Senior year as one of the leaders of the nationally ranked Ducks Volleyball team.

Ryan was starting his first semester in the Lundquist College of Business, an active member of the Sigma Chi fraternity and

a top angler for the Oregon Bass Fishing team

. Their connection was instant and

chemistry was obvious

. If love at first sight exists, this was it!

Chasing Dreams Together…

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After graduating with honors, Amanda and Ryan moved south to sunny Los Angeles, to pursue their passions for Volleyball and rock & roll. All they had were their dreams and each other.

Amanda kickstarted her career as a volleyball coach for some of the premier prep schools and clubs in the country. While doing so, she has also developed as a leader in the fields of event planning and fundraising. Now thats what you call a double threat!

On the other hand, Ryan started the indie rock band, Ryan Troughton Effect, writing and recording multiple LPs and performing along the historic Sunset Strip. Simultaneously, he advanced his career in the fashion industry with some of the world’s biggest brands including Ted Baker and Beats by Dre.

Although the road has been long, together there is nothing they cannot achieve. Now thats what you call a Dream Team!

Taking The Leap…

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On October 13th 2019, Ryan asked for Amanda’s hand in marriage. In the center of McArthur Court, she replied “(are you serious…really…) YES!”

As fate would have it, this was the same place where he first laid eyes on her. At that time she was #1 for the Oregon Ducks Volleyball team. Now this time (and for all time) she is #1 in his heart!

After 10 years of love, growth & adventure, the countdown to forever officially began!

The Final Countdown…

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And that brings us to today. We are thankful for the love and support from all our family and friends. Blessed are we to have amazing people in our life (like you) to share the big day with.

We understand these are strange days and are mindful of the current state. 2020 has wrought unforeseen change caused by the global pandemic. As a result planning this event requires additional considerations that we want to share with all perspective guests.

COVID 19 Disclosure

1) We are 100% committed to the 4/3/21 date

2) The ceremony and reception will adhere to safety protocols as required at the time

3) If you are uncomfortable traveling to or attending we understand and love you!

*For those that can join us, we will cherish the memories for all time. All we ask is that you respect the protocols required to make it official!