Rockdale, Texas – The talented Ag. Mech students from Yorktown High School, under the guidance of Mr. Richburg, made a significant impact at the Tiger Tough Weld Off contest held in Rockdale, Texas. The team, comprised of Hagen Newman, Josh Prado, Zayden Medina, Travis Buesing, and Adam Serbin, showcased their skills by fabricating a rocket stove, ultimately securing a commendable 7th place in the build-off competition.
One of the highlights of the event was Adam Serbin successfully completing his AWS Level 1 D1.9 sheet metal welding certification, marking his first welding certification. This accomplishment reflects the dedication and hard work of both Adam and his mentor, Mr. Richburg.
Hagen Newman also made a remarkable achievement by earning a 3rd place finish in the Tool ID contest, bringing home some well-deserved hardware. His success adds to the growing list of accolades for the Yorktown FFA team.
Additionally, seniors Hagen Newman and Zayden Medina each received a $500 scholarship from Lincoln Tech and a $500 scholarship from Tulsa Welding School, totaling $1,000 in scholarships for each student. Notably, Zayden Medina has accumulated $4,500 in scholarships over the past two weeks, thanks to his outstanding performances in welding contests.
Mr. Richburg expressed immense pride in his students, emphasizing that this is just the beginning of many more competitions to come. Congratulations to Hagen Newman, Josh Prado, Zayden Medina, Travis Buesing, and Adam Serbin for their exceptional achievements and to the Yorktown FFA for their continued success.