National Anthem: Victory Belles
The Victory Belles of The National WWII Museum are a charming vocal trio who serenade audiences around the world! Their spirited performances feature dazzling costumes, captivating choreography, audience interaction, and WWII era musical hits that are sung in lovely three-part harmony. The music of the 1940s brought hope and joy to our GIs and those on the Home Front alike.
Champions Square entertainment: Payton Smith
At just 25 years old, Louisiana native singer songwriter and self-taught guitarist, Payton Smith, has a lot to celebrate. Smith began releasing music in 2019; quickly amassing over 50 million streams on his debut single, “Like I Knew You Would”. Known for not only high-energy guitar slinging and smooth vocals, the CMT 2021 Listen Up artist also composed and played every string instrument on each track of his debut project.
Halftime entertainment: Military Football Competition
Members of the U.S. Air Force, Army, Coast Guard, and Marines will compete head-to-head in a custom-designed obstacle course, testing their strength, agility and endurance. The branch with the top overall performance will take home an excellence trophy.
Saints Legend of the Game: Center LeCharles Bentley
Bentley, the only Saints offensive linemen to be selected to the Pro Bowl at two different positions, was a second round selection of the Saints in 2002 out of Ohio State, where he was an All-American in 2001. An all-rookie (2002) and Pro Bowl (2003) selection at right guard, Bentley went on to being selected to the Pro Bowl in 2005 at his natural position.