The Military Bowl announced Wednesday that Miss America 2016 Betty Cantrell will perform the Star Spangled Banner prior to this year's game at Navy-Marine Corps Memorial Stadium on Dec. 28.
Cantrell, 21, also will participate in the Military Bowl Parade and will attend the Medal of Honor and USO receptions on gameday. She is a native of Warner Robins, Georgia, and is a junior at Mercer University, studying musical performance.
"What a great way to celebrate our nation's patriotism before kickoff," Military Bowl President and Executive Director Steve Beck said. "We look forward to welcoming Betty to Annapolis and are certain that she will enjoy her time here.