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This resolution, passed by both the Tennessee Senate and House of Representatives, formally honors and commends the Freed-Hardeman University Lions men's basketball team for winning the 2026 National Association of Intercollegiate Athletics (NAIA) championship. The NAIA is an athletic association for small to mid-size colleges and universities in the United States. The resolution highlights the team's impressive achievement of winning their second NAIA championship in three seasons, noting their final victory over Langston and acknowledging key player performances. It also celebrates their remarkable 35-1 season record and 32-game winning streak, attributing their success to the guidance of Coach Drew Stutts and assistant Grant Burns, and commending the players for their character, perseverance, and talent. Finally, it directs that an appropriate copy of this resolution be prepared for presentation to the team.

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