Students from Brock competed in the Shelby County Ag Mechanics Foundation Build-off and were awarded first place for their accomplishment in the event.
October 3, 2023 - (Photo Album) - The Shelby County Ag Mechanics Foundation was proud to host its 2nd Build-Off. Schools near and far were invited to participate in a one day build-off on September 22, 2023 to compete to build a shop table. The project was to build a 4x4 shop table made of 3/8 plate for the top with 1/4 inch thick 2x2 tubing for the legs, and also include a 4x4 sheet of expanded metal placed on bottom for storage. Teams consisted of four FFA students under the supervision of their Ag Teacher or School Representative.
Wes Bodiford, Bremond FFA, was the recipient of the Top Hand Award during the Shelby County Ag Mechanics Foundation Build-off.
Awards & money were given for First, Second, and Third places, as well as an individual Top Hand Award. Door prize drawings were awarded throughout the day that included gloves, welding hoods, tools, and money. The Top Hand Award was a Hobart 140 Wire-Welder.
- First Place - Brock
- Second Place - Timpson
- Third Place - Broadus
- Top Hand Award - Wes Bodiford of Bremond FFA
Competing schools are San Augustine, Shelbyville, Joaquin, Timpson, Center, Diboll, Woden, Newton, Broadus, Brock, Bremond, Composite, and Central Heights.
Juging the projects were Tom Bellmyer, Commissioner Precinct 4; and Clint Castle.
We would like to extend our gratitude toward our generous sponsors, we would not be able to do this without you!
