House Joint Resolution 640, sponsored by Representative Vital, honors the University of Tennessee at Chattanooga (UTC) Mocs men's basketball team for their historic achievement in winning the 2025 National Invitation Tournament (NIT). This victory marks the first NCAA-sanctioned tournament title in UTC's Division I history and the first for any Southern Conference (SoCon) program in its 105-year existence. The Mocs finished the season with an impressive 29-9 record, having won 17 of their last 18 games, and demonstrated resilience by entering the NIT with a determined mindset after a semifinal loss in the SoCon tournament.

The resolution highlights the team's remarkable journey through the NIT, including thrilling victories over Middle Tennessee State, Dayton, Bradley, and Loyola-Chicago, culminating in a nail-biting championship game against UC Irvine, which they won 85-84. Key players such as Trey Bonham, Collin Mulholland, and Garrison Keeslar, along with Head Coach Dan Earl and his staff, are recognized for their contributions to this achievement. The resolution concludes by extending congratulations to the Mocs and wishing them continued success in their future endeavors.