This resolution formally congratulates the University of Vermont men's soccer team , known as the Catamounts, for their historic victory in the 2024 National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) Division I men's soccer national championship . On December 16, 2024, the team secured their first-ever NCAA Division I national title with a dramatic 2-1 overtime comeback win against Marshall University, featuring a golden goal. The Catamounts' championship run was marked by numerous last-minute victories, earning them the nickname "Cardiac Cats," and was considered a "Cinderella story" by many. Key moments included goals by Marcell Papp and Maximilian Kissel, showcasing the team's grit and determination throughout the tournament. The resolution requests that the Clerk of the House transmit copies of this congratulatory resolution to the university's interim president, athletic director, and the team's head coach.