The resolution recognizes the National Park College Nighthawks Men's Basketball Team for winning the National Junior College Athletic Association (NJCAA) Division II Men's Basketball Championship title on March 23, 2024. The team achieved this victory by defeating South Suburban College with a score of 84-79, concluding their season with an impressive record of 31-1. The Nighthawks earned their spot in the national tournament as an at-large selection and successfully overcame several opponents, including Johnson County Community College and North Central Missouri College, before claiming the championship.
Additionally, the resolution highlights the accomplishments of Coach Dillon Hargrove, who was named the NJCAA Division II Men's Basketball Coach of the Year, and sophomore center Taylor Harrell, who was awarded the tournament's Pin Ryan Most Valuable Player. Harrell's outstanding performance included significant contributions in both the semifinals and the championship game. The resolution aims to honor the team's historic achievement, which marked their first national ranking and recognition as the number one team in the nation during the 2023-2024 season.