Wedding Bell Assured: Vanessa Quiroga Invites Teammates, Fans, Coach, and Officials to Her Highly Anticipated…

Wedding Bell Assured: Vanessa Quiroga Invites Teammates, Fans, Coach, and Officials to Her Highly Anticipated Wedding Celebration….

By Texas Longhorns Insider Contributor | May 28, 2025

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In what many are already calling the most heartfelt and inclusive wedding announcement of the year, beloved Texas Longhorns volleyball star Vanessa Quiroga has taken her joyous news beyond the bounds of tradition—officially inviting her entire team, dedicated fans, coaches, and even University of Texas officials to her upcoming wedding celebration.

Vanessa, known for her fierce presence on the court and equally fierce compassion off it, made the announcement via a heartfelt post on Instagram and X (formerly Twitter), accompanied by a breathtaking pre-wedding shoot photo. The message: “Love wins—and everyone who helped me get here is part of this moment.”

Now, fans and sports media outlets alike are buzzing about what promises to be not just a wedding, but a community celebration of love, loyalty, and Longhorn spirit.

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A Love Story Worth Celebrating

Vanessa Quiroga, a senior outside hitter for the Lady Longhorns, has long been admired not only for her agility, thunderous spikes, and clutch performances—but for her leadership, humility, and fierce pride in her Latinx roots. Known as “VQ” among teammates, she’s been a key figure in Texas volleyball’s meteoric rise over the past few seasons.

While Vanessa has kept her romantic life fairly private, she recently made headlines after announcing her engagement to longtime partner Carlos Ramirez, a fellow Longhorns alum and former member of the UT track and field team. The couple has reportedly been together for over five years, having first met in a freshman leadership seminar.

Their relationship, built on mutual respect and a shared passion for community service and athletics, has been described by those close to them as “inspiring and refreshingly real.”

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The Wedding Announcement: An Open-Hearted Invitation

In her now-viral announcement post, Vanessa wrote:

> “To my teammates, who have become my sisters. To the fans, who’ve cheered every point like family. To my coaches, who believed in me when I doubted myself. To the Longhorn community that raised me and shaped me… This wedding is not just about Carlos and me—it’s about US. I want you there. Every single one of you.”

The post was met with an explosion of positive reactions. Within hours, the comment section was flooded with thousands of messages from fans, fellow athletes, and sports personalities:

> “You’ve made us cry, cheer, and now you’ve invited us to your big day?! You’re a legend, VQ!”

“A wedding that embodies team spirit? Only Vanessa would do that. She’s one of a kind.”

“Hooked on love. Hooked for life. Can’t wait to be there!”

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The Ceremony: Set to Be a Longhorn Lovefest

The wedding is scheduled for July 19, 2025, to be held at The Wildflower Barn, a rustic-chic venue just outside of Austin, surrounded by rolling hills, oak trees, and a clear Texas sky.

While final details remain private, a few aspects have been confirmed:

Guest List: All current and former Lady Longhorns teammates have received personal invitations. The coaching staff, athletic trainers, and even the volleyball team’s bus driver are also invited. The open invite to fans (pending RSVP registration through a special website) has stirred widespread excitement.

Theme: “Rooted in Austin, Growing in Love.” Expect décor that reflects both Vanessa’s Mexican-American heritage and her love for Texas—complete with papel picado banners, burnt orange floral arrangements, and traditional folklorico performances.

Food and Drink: A curated mix of classic Tex-Mex cuisine, street tacos, churro stations, and vegan options will be provided, along with horchata cocktails and Topo Chico mocktails.

Dress Code: Guests are encouraged to wear “Burnt Orange Elegance” to honor the Longhorn legacy the couple holds dear.

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Special Tributes and Touching Moments Expected

According to sources close to Vanessa, the wedding will feature several emotional tributes:

A dedication to her late grandmother, who encouraged Vanessa’s volleyball dreams and will be honored through a “legacy table” featuring photos and family stories.

A team unity candle lighting, in which each of her teammates past and present will help light candles symbolizing the strength and bond of sisterhood.

A surprise performance from a prominent Latin pop artist (rumored to be Becky G or Camila Cabello), which was arranged as a gift from Carlos to Vanessa.

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A Celebration of Inclusion and Identity

What makes this wedding especially meaningful is the way Vanessa is using the occasion to amplify her values.

A portion of the wedding registry is being dedicated to donations for two causes close to her heart:

1. The Latina Women in Sports Foundation, supporting scholarships and mentorships for young girls in underrepresented communities.

2. The University of Texas Athlete Mental Health Initiative, promoting mental wellness, something Vanessa has publicly spoken about throughout her college career.

As Vanessa explained in a recent interview:

> “I want this day to be about more than just love between two people. I want it to be about community, culture, courage, and all the love that surrounds us—even in the form of tough games, setbacks, and long practices. This is for the whole village that raised me.”

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Coach and Team Reactions

Head Volleyball Coach Jerritt Elliott shared his excitement:

> “We’re so proud of Vanessa—not just as a player, but as a woman who leads by example. It’s rare to see someone so young with such a powerful understanding of what it means to give back. We’ll be there, in the front row, cheering her on—this time, not in a jersey but in a dress.”

Teammates, too, have been ecstatic. One post from libero Maya Washington read:

> “We cried happy tears when she told us. She’s the heart of this team. To be invited to witness her marry the love of her life? That’s an honor we’ll never forget.”

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Fans React: #VQsBigDay Takes Over Social Media

Social media has erupted with anticipation, with hashtags like #VQsBigDay, #HookedOnLove, and #QuirogaWedding2025 trending across platforms. Longhorns fans, alumni, and current students are sharing RSVP screenshots, outfit ideas, and even plans to make wedding-themed banners.

Fan clubs are reportedly organizing buses from Austin to the venue, and some UT alumni associations are planning pre-wedding tailgate-style events.

A UT marketing intern shared:

> “It’s unlike anything we’ve seen. It feels like a national championship celebration, but for love.”

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What’s Next for Vanessa?

Following her wedding, Vanessa plans to continue her professional volleyball career, with strong speculation that she will sign with a top-tier European club. She has also hinted at a future in sports broadcasting or coaching.

Meanwhile, Carlos Ramirez, her fiancé, is currently working as a sports performance coach and nutritionist, and the two have announced plans to co-launch a youth fitness and wellness program in Texas after the wedding.

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Final Thoughts: A Union of Love, Legacy, and Longhorns

In a world where sports stories often focus on wins and losses, Vanessa Quiroga’s wedding reminds us of something far deeper: the victories of the heart. Her invitation to fans and teammates is more than generous—it’s transformational, a statement of what community, gratitude, and celebration should look like.

As July approaches, one thing is certain—the wedding of Vanessa Quiroga and Carlos Ramirez won’t just be remembered as a beautiful ceremony, but as a historic moment of unity, inclusion, and pure joy in Longhorn Nation.

Here’s to love. Here’s to legacy. Here’s to the bride who never stopped serving—on and off the court.

Hook ‘Em, always.

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