This resolution congratulates the University of Washington men's soccer team for winning the 2025 NCAA Division I National Championship.
Maria Cantwell
Senator
WA
This resolution congratulates the University of Washington men's soccer team for winning the 2025 NCAA Division I National Championship. It recognizes their historic victory over North Carolina State and commends the team's resilience throughout the tournament. The resolution also honors the players, coaches, and staff for their contributions to this first-ever national title for the program.
Legislature Officially Commends UW Huskies for 2025 NCAA Men's Soccer Championship Win
This isn't a bill that's going to change your tax bracket or speed up your commute, but it’s definitely a win for the University of Washington (UW) and college sports fans. This resolution is purely ceremonial: it formally congratulates the UW Huskies men's soccer team on winning the 2025 National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) Division 1 Men's Soccer National Championship.
The Commendation Breakdown
The resolution is essentially a legislative high-five. It locks in the details of their victory, noting that the Huskies beat the North Carolina State Wolfpack 3–2 in overtime on December 15, 2025. This championship is a first for the program, which is a big deal in college sports history. The text specifically calls out the players who scored in the final match—Zach Ramsey, Joe Dale, and the overtime hero, Harrison Harry Bertos—while also making sure to recognize every team member, coach, and staff member for their contribution.
Resilience and Road Wins
One of the most interesting specifics cited in the resolution is the team's path to victory. The resolution highlights the Huskies' "immense strength, resilience, and teamwork" for overcoming a late-season three-game losing streak and then winning all six of their NCAA tournament games away from home. They were the first team ever to pull off six road victories in the tournament, which is a testament to grinding it out when the odds are against you. For anyone who has ever had to recover from a tough setback at work or in life, that kind of resilience is relatable.
The Real-World Impact (or Lack Thereof)
Since this is a resolution and not an actual law, it doesn't change regulations, allocate funds, or create any new policies that affect the average citizen. It’s purely an honorific gesture. The only concrete action required is administrative: the resolution requests that the Secretary of the Senate send official, signed copies to three key people at the university: Head Coach Jamie Clark, Athletic Director Patrick Chun, and University President Dr. Robert J. Jones. So, while it won't impact your paycheck, it is a nice piece of official recognition that will likely look great on a few office walls in Seattle.