Golden 1 Center Construction Worker Singing National Anthem At Kings' Home Opener
SACRAMENTO (CBS13) - One man who helped build Golden 1 Center is returning to the arena Thursday -- this time with a starring role at center court.
Golden 1 Center construction worker Christopher Infantino will sing the National Anthem at the home opener on Thursday, according to a statement from the Sacramento Kings. Chris led a 21-member construction crew at the arena and became known around the job site as the "singing foreman". He'll be accompanied by his wife, aunt, and his two boys.
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"This is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity for me and my boys. It's pretty amazing -- going from standing in a dirt pit 20+ feet below L Street to standing center court, looking up at 17,500 fans and leaving all that emotion on the court," said Infantino.
The team plans to salute the thousands of construction workers who reportedly worked on Golden 1 Center. They're also recognizing civic leaders and other members of the community.
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