Abbeville High School proudly hosted the Vermilion Parish FFA Welding Competition, bringing together talented student welders from across the parish to showcase their technical skills, precision, and craftsmanship.
The event was judged and sponsored by Darrin Lege of Acadian Contractors, whose support helped make the competition a success and provided students with valuable industry insight.
Team Competition Results
1st Place Team: Brylon Toups and Dylan Broussard — Erath High School
2nd Place Team: Mason Hargrave and Kade Felts — North Vermilion High School
3rd Place Team: Javian Allen and Deylon Joseph — Abbeville High School
Individual Award
Best Individual Weld: Brylon Toups — Erath High School
The competition underscored the value of hands-on welding education and the real-world skills students gain through career and technical training. Events like this help students refine technique, build confidence in the shop, and connect classroom learning to industry standards
