Sonya Bryson Kirksey's 500th National Anthem

0:00Tonight, Sonya Bryzenkertzi hits a huge milestone, belting out her 500th National Anthem at the Tampa Bay Lightning's Playoff home game. Against the Montreal Canadiens, she's the voice of Boltz Nation that familiar sound echoing through the arena before every puck drop. This marks her performance at Game 5, a pivotal matchup under the bright lights of benchmark international arena. She's been part of the team for years, turning game nights into something special with her powerful vocals. Fans go wild when she's announced, and for Sonya, it feels like pure family home, sweet home, in the heart of the crowd. She never dreamed she'd reached this number, calling it an unexpected blessing in her journey. As she preps for tonight, emotions are running high, but she's focused on delivering that signature energy. She wants everyone to know her love runs deep for the Boltz faithful, hinting there could be 500 more in her future. Game 5 tips off at 7pm, on the spot, Tampa Bay 66, so tune in and celebrate this voice that's woven into lightning history.

1:02From your city, powered by AI, this is Tampa Bay News today. I'm Corey with the story.