Step 1: Create an audition video. The Anthem portion of your video must be no longer than 90 seconds in length, performed in its traditional form. No customized versions, please.
O say can you sing? Back by popular demand, the White Sox invite fans to step up to the plate and show off their star-spangled singing for the 2025 White Sox National Anthem Contest! The roar of the crowd, the crack of the bat and one talented winner’s voice soaring high above it all. Do you have the vocal chops to knock a performance out of the park?
Submission Guidelines
Step 2: Ensure the audio is kept clear and free of background noise. Pro tip: Shoot your audition video horizontally for the best view.
Step 3: Don't forget to introduce yourself! The White Sox want to know your name, age, and hometown, as well as a 10-15-second explanation of why you want to sing the Anthem at a White Sox game. Video submissions should be no longer than 2 minutes total in length.
Step 4: Show your Sox pride. While it's not mandatory, judges encourage you to deck yourself out in your finest White Sox gear. Let your pride shine through as you showcase your love for the team.
Step 5: Submit this video as an attachment while completing the form information found below.
Enter Now!
NO PURCHASE NECESSARY TO ENTER OR WIN. Starts at 9:00 a.m. CT on June 2, 2025 and ends at 11:59 p.m. CT on June 16, 2025. Open to legal residents of Illinois and Indiana who are eighteen (18) years of age or older at the time of entry. TRAVEL NOT INCLUDED. One (1) prize to be awarded. Online entry only. Limit one (1) entry per person. Void where prohibited. Restrictions apply; see Official Rules at whitesox.com/anthemcontest. Sponsor: Chicago White Sox, Ltd.
Additional Information
Judging Criteria
Our panel of expert judges will be looking for the following:
- Charisma and a performance that'll leave fans cheering for more.
- Vocal quality that translates well to the gameday atmosphere at Rate Field.
- Adherence to the aforementioned submission guidelines.
Important Dates
Submission deadline: Monday, June 16 at 11:59 p.m. CT
Finalist notifications: Finalists will be notified via email in early July if they’ve been selected for final-round auditions.
Final-round auditions: Thursday, July 24 at Rate Field. Note – All entrants must be available for a live audition to have a chance at winning.
Winner must be available to perform the National Anthem ahead of the evening game on Monday, August 11 vs. Detroit at 6:40 p.m. CT
Eligibility
Contestants must be at least 18 years of age by their date of entry.
