Senate Joint Resolution 446, sponsored by Watson, honors the University of Tennessee at Chattanooga (UTC) Mocs men's basketball team for their historic victory in the 2025 National Invitation Tournament (NIT). This achievement marks UTC's first NCAA-sanctioned tournament title in its Division I history and the first for any Southern Conference (SoCon) program in the conference's 105-year existence. The Mocs concluded 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 in overtime. Key players such as Trey Bonham, Collin Mulholland, and Garrison Keeslar played pivotal roles in the victory, supported by a dedicated coaching staff led by Head Coach Dan Earl. The resolution concludes by congratulating the Mocs for their historic season and wishing them continued success in future endeavors.