ORLANDO – Prior to the singing of the national anthem at each home game throughout the season, the Orlando Magic and Harris Corporation honor a Hometown Hero, an individual who goes above and beyond to keep our communities safe and secure.
Recognizing local first responders, including firefighters, police officers, emergency medical workers and military personnel, always evokes a huge applause from the Amway Center crowd.
The pregame ritual also elicits a similar response from the Magic’s coaches and players, who often show their appreciation for Central Florida’s champions of the community throughout the year by participating in various outreach programs and events.