National Anthem Auditions Open for River Cats’ 2025 Season

Performers Must Submit Demo Prior to Jan. 31 for Auditions

Holy Spirit School sings the Star-Spangled Banner prior to Sacramento's game against the El Paso Chihuahuas at Sutter Health Park on April 13, 2024.

By River Cats Media Relations

January 13, 2025

WEST SACRAMENTO, Calif. – The opening of every ballgame starts with the National Anthem, and the Sacramento River Cats want to give you the chance to perform. The River Cats have announced their National Anthem auditions for the 2025 baseball season will take place at Sutter Health Park on Sunday,

WEST SACRAMENTO, Calif. – The opening of every ballgame starts with the National Anthem, and the Sacramento River Cats want to give you the chance to perform. The River Cats have announced their National Anthem auditions for the 2025 baseball season will take place at Sutter Health Park on Sunday, Feb. 16.

Auditions are open to all soloists and instrumentalists, and those interested in performing prior to a River Cats game must submit an audition demo by Friday, Jan. 31. Demos received past this date will not be considered.

All demos submitted must be an A cappella version or original performance of the Star-Spangled Banner, sung in full with clear, consistent, and correct lyrics. The full performance must not exceed 90 seconds.

To submit a demo, please email a mp3 or YouTube link to Logan Flair at [email protected]. The subject line should read “2025 National Anthem Demo” and include a name, phone number, and email address in the body of the email.

The River Cats will invite the top demos submitted to Sutter Health Park for a live audition on Feb. 16. Due to the volume of applicants, performers will only be contacted if they are selected to audition in person. Selected performers will be contacted the week of Feb. 10 with further instructions.