"I first met Hayley Alexander at a house party hosted by a mutual friend in the spring of 2023. From the moment I noticed her, she was the center of gravity for the entire party: radiant, magnetic, and impossible to ignore. I found myself looking for any excuse to talk to her, drawn in by her sparkling laugh and the effortless joy she brought to every interaction. After meeting her that evening, I knew that I had to find a way to see her again. Unbeknownst to me, Hayley felt the same, and through a bit of mutual scheming we began dating early that summer. Each time we went out to dinner, I was struck by how effortlessly the evening flowed. Any trace of anxiety or hesitation melted away in the warmth of our laughter as our conversations drifted late into the night. Before I knew it, I realized that I had fallen completely and utterly in love with her.

As our relationship grew, I loved how naturally our values, goals, and ambitions aligned. For the first time ever, I felt as if I could be truly genuine and myself. With Hayley, I had found not just a cheerleader but a true partner, someone who challenged and inspired me to keep growing and to face life’s challenges head-on. That foundation of mutual trust, respect, and admiration has been the bedrock upon which our relationship has thrived.

Through countless nights of cooking together, movie marathons, and adventures around town, I realized that I couldn’t imagine a future without Hayley. Never in my life had I believed that I would be lucky enough to find someone who truly brought out the best in me and made me into a better version of myself across all aspects of my life. Through self reflection, prayer, and conversations with those closest to me, I knew I wanted to build my life with her.

In the late spring of 2025, just a little over two years after that first night, I began planning my proposal. Anyone who knows Hayley knows she’s famously observant and nearly impossible to surprise. So, with the help of our closest friends and family, I orchestrated both the proposal itself and an elaborate misinformation campaign to keep her from catching on. On August 16th, 2025, I made the best decision of my life when I asked Hayley Alexander to marry me, to be my teammate, my best friend, and my wife.

As we prepare to begin the next chapter of our story, facing all of life’s joys and challenges as one, we could not be more excited to celebrate the happiest day of our lives with all of you. Thank you for your love, support, and guidance. We can’t wait to celebrate with you soon!"

- Teagan Cheney