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 win marks UTC's first NCAA-sanctioned tournament title in Division I history and is also the first title for any Southern Conference (SoCon) program in its 105-year history. The Mocs finished the season with an impressive 29-9 record, having won 17 of their last 18 games, and secured the SoCon regular season championship with a 15-3 record. Their journey through the NIT included thrilling victories, culminating in a nail-biting 85-84 win against UC Irvine in the championship game.

The resolution acknowledges the contributions of key players, including NIT Most Valuable Player Trey Bonham, and highlights the leadership of Head Coach Dan Earl and his staff. It celebrates the Mocs' achievement as a significant milestone in the program's history, alongside their previous successes in the SoCon and NCAA tournaments. The resolution concludes by extending congratulations and best wishes to the team and coaches for their future endeavors.