[Lew Silverman]

The National Anthem is normally played right after the Invocation is given.

Nicole has a lovely voice. It would be respectful to rise as the first note is played, face the flag (or the starting line if the flag cannot be seen), remove one's hat, placing the right had over the heart and remain silent (or sing along) until the Anthem has finished.

Please remember that there were many men and women who paid the ultimate price to allow us to enjoy the freedom to participate in this sport. A few moments of attention should not be too much to ask of anyone.

Lew
(Proud to be an American!)