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2 championships, one epic location
Get ready for a week full of fire, skill, and serious welding talent because Ferris State University in Big Rapids, Michigan, is about to host not one, but TWO of our national welding championships back-to-back!
Next week, we welcome top competitors from across the country for two very different, but equally exciting, national events:
Maritime Welding National Championship
Kicking off the week, this championship brings together the best student welders in the maritime field. These competitors are trained to handle the unique challenges of welding in marine environments, and their precision and technique will be on full display.
Want to learn more? Click the button to learn about the road to the 2025 Maritime Welding National Championship!
National Welding League Championship
Following the maritime event, the top 24 high school and college-level welders in the country will go head-to-head in the thrilling finale of the National Welding League Championship. After months of hard work, these students have earned their place in the finals, and now it’s time to see who will rise to the top.
Want to learn more? Click the button to learn about the road to the 2025 National Welding League Championship!
One Passion, Two Unique Competitions
While both championships are rooted in welding, they’re each distinct in focus and format. The Maritime Championship highlights industry-specific skills tailored to shipbuilding and offshore work. In contrast, the National Welding League emphasizes a broader range of welding processes and challenges, showcasing the diverse talents of up-and-coming high school welders.
Whether you’re a welding pro, an educator, a student, or just someone who loves to see young talent in action, this is a week you won’t want to miss.
Why it Matters
These events don’t just crown champions, they ignite futures. Students gain real-world experience, connect with industry professionals, and often walk away with scholarships, apprenticeships, or job offers. It’s more than a competition it’s a launchpad.
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These events don’t just crown champions, they ignite futures. Students gain real-world experience, connect with industry professionals, and often walk away with scholarships, apprenticeships, or job offers. It’s more than a competition it’s a launchpad.
