Miss America 2007 LAUREN NELSON will sing the National Anthem at ArenaBowl XXI New Orleans. ArenaBowl XXI will be played at New Orleans Arena on Sunday, July 29 at 2 p.m. CT/ 3 p.m. EST, live on ABC. It will be the first team championship in New Orleans since the devastation of Hurricane Katrina.

Lauren stated, "It is a privilege for me to be in New Orleans and to perform at this wonderful spectator sporting event where I am proud to represent the Miss America Organization and the Children¡¯s Miracle Network.  Together, we are helping to make miracles happen for so many wonderful children across this great country."

Lauren will also make an appearance at the ADT ArenaBall Awards Gala on Friday, July 27 at The Sugar Mill on behalf of the Children's Miracle Network and walk the celebrity red carpet with NFL greats like John Elway and Rock Superstar and co-owner of the Philadelphia Soul Arena Football Team, Jon Bon Jovi.

Often recognized as one of the nation's most affordable and fan-friendly sports leagues, the Arena Football League began its 21st season in March with 19 teams and is the second-longest running football league in U.S. history.