Congratulating the Montana State University football team for winning the 2025 Division I Football Championship Subdivision Championship.

Summary

Congratulates and recognizes the Montana State University Bobcats football team for winning the NCAA Division I Football Championship Subdivision national championship on January 5, 2026. The resolution highlights the game result (35–34 in overtime over Illinois State), the program’s first FCS title since 1984, the team’s 2025 Big Sky Conference championship, a 14-game winning streak, victories over seven ranked opponents, and names coaches, university leaders, standout players, and supporting groups such as the band, cheerleaders, and fans in Nashville.

• Formally congratulates Montana State University Bobcats for winning the 2026 FCS national championship (35–34 OT vs. Illinois State).
• Notes this is the program’s first FCS title since 1984 and the fourth national football championship in school history.
• Identifies the 2025 Big Sky Conference championship, a 14-game winning streak, and victories over seven ranked opponents as part of the season’s accomplishments.
• Names the head coach, university leaders, athletic director, and several standout players for recognition.
• Acknowledges the band, cheerleaders, and fans who supported the team in Nashville.
• Is purely ceremonial—does not authorize spending, change law, or impose obligations.
• Highlights both individual and team contributions to the championship season.
• Recognizes the broader university community and supporters for their role in the achievement.