Senate Joint Resolution 416, sponsored by Lamar, recognizes and commends the University of Memphis Athletic Department for its outstanding achievements in collegiate athletics. The resolution highlights the department's success as a member of the National Collegiate Athletic Association Division I and the American Athletic Conference, noting that since joining the AAC in 2013, the University has won thirteen conference titles across nineteen sports teams. It specifically celebrates the accomplishments of the Memphis Tigers football team, which achieved its first back-to-back ten-win seasons and ranked in the top 25 of both the Coaches and AP Polls for the first time since 2019. Additionally, the resolution acknowledges the achievements of the men's basketball team, led by Coach Penny Hardaway, who secured the AAC regular season and tournament championships, as well as the success of the women's basketball and soccer teams.

The resolution also emphasizes the academic success of the student-athletes, with a notable graduation rate of 94% among football players and high Academic Progress Rate scores across multiple teams. The General Assembly expresses its appreciation for the dedication and hard work of the students, coaches, and staff within the University of Memphis Athletic Department, wishing them continued success in the future.