One of the best parts of a Chicago Blackhawks home game happens before the puck even drops.
Fans screaming and cheering as loudly as they can while singer Jim Cornelison belts out the Star Spangled Banner is a tradition at the United Center.
It is not meant to be disrespectful to the anthem.
It is a tradition rooted in celebrating America.
Legend has it that this tradition started in 1980 after the United States beat the Soviet Union in the Winter Olympics. Fans were excited after the 'Miracle on Ice' victory, and could not contain themselves.