Major Minor 3 Earns Right to Perform National Anthem at Cornhusker State Games

Cornhusker State Games (CSG, CornhuskerStateGames.com) officials have announced Major Minor 3 as the CSG 2016 National Anthem Contest winner.  The vocal trio from McCook, NE will perform the Star Spangled Banner at the CSG Opening Ceremonies on Friday, July 15 at Lincoln’s Seacrest Field. Members include Shelby Stevens, 16; Riley Rambali, 17; and Tyler Rambali, 20. Other finalists in the statewide search, which was sponsored by Amigos/Kings Classic, included runner-up CVC Men’s Chorus,  Ex Amino Quartet, the Nebraska Men’s Christian Chorus and the Accidentals.

The Cornhusker State Games is expected to draw some 13,000 participants to Lincoln and Omaha from July 15-24 for competition in more than 60 sports. Besides the National Anthem, the Opening Ceremonies include the traditional parade of athletes, skydivers, fireworks, a mascot showcase, an exhibition by Nitro Circus and a torch lighting ceremony. Participant registration for the Games is open through June 22nd at CornhuskerStateGames.com. Follow Cornhusker State Games on Facebook and Twitter for the latest updates.