The 2025 Assembly Resolution 10 congratulates the University of Wisconsin-River Falls Falcons football team for their historic victory in the NCAA Division III National Championship, achieved on January 4, 2026. The Falcons triumphed over the Illinois North Central Cardinals with a score of 24-14, marking the team's first NCAA Championship win and their first NCAA tournament appearance since 1996. The resolution highlights the team's impressive season record of 14-1, their first Wisconsin Intercollegiate Athletic Conference (WIAC) Championship since 1998, and the individual achievements of senior Kaleb Blaha, who set a single-season record for offensive yards and received multiple accolades, including the Gagliardi Trophy.
The resolution also acknowledges the leadership of head coach Matt Walker, who has transformed the program since 2011, leading the team to two Isthmus Bowl titles and earning WIAC Coach of the Year honors twice. The Falcons' remarkable turnaround from 19 consecutive losing seasons to a record of 44-13 over the past five years is celebrated, emphasizing the team's commitment and excellence both on and off the field. The Wisconsin Assembly formally commends the players, coaches, and staff for their dedication and historic achievement in collegiate football.