STATEN ISLAND — On Thursday, Oct. 9, at approximately 8:05 p.m., Staten Island native Matt Berman took the field at MetLife Stadium to perform the national anthem ahead of the New York Giants’ primetime matchup against the Philadelphia Eagles.
“Giants Stadium was high energy and very supportive when Matt stood on the podium—there was a lot of cheering,” said Rob Berman, Matt’s father, who watched his son perform “The Star-Spangled Banner” on his saxophone.
The adrenaline was running high for both father and son, who “nailed the national anthem,” said Rob. The crowd’s response (which is audible in the video below) oozes approval.
“It was truly an honor to be chosen to perform the national anthem for the Giants—especially during such a high-profile, primetime matchup against the Eagles,”