04/01/2026
The future of our industry is on full display at NCLC
Our team recently returned from the National Association of Landscape Professionals Competition at Michigan State University, one of the most hands-on and impactful student events in the industry.
Each year, students from across come together to compete, connect, and develop real-world skills, from design and estimating to hardscape and plant installation.
What stands out most isn’t just the competition. It’s the level of focus, pride, and craftsmanship these students bring to their work.
At , we’re proud to support events like this, specifically the and plant installation categories, because investing in the next generation is how the industry continues to grow stronger.
This year’s top performers:
Hardscape Installation
• College of DuPage, Christian Gonzalez & Juan Serna
• University of Massachusetts Amherst, Dante Filadoro & Jake Rasmuson
• Mississippi State University, Mason Jones & Mayo Mitchell
Plant Installation
• Palo Alto College, Doug Elkins, Jacob Perez, Tonantzi Garcia
• North Dakota State University, Ciara Horn, Janina Temple, Adriana Potts
• Michigan State University, Sawyer Beauchamp, Nathan Hawks, Katherine Makara
Congratulations to all competitors. The future of landscape construction is in good hands.