Jacobo Garrido

Joined: Jul 17, 2025

Jacobo Garrido is a graduate of California State University, Long Beach, where he earned a Bachelor’s degree in Journalism with a focus on multimedia and broadcast reporting. During his time at CSULB, he worked as a field reporter for Dig en Español magazine, covering topics impacting the Latino community in Long Beach and surrounding areas. He also reported and produced campus news content, gaining hands-on experience in writing, editing, and on-camera storytelling. After graduating, Jacobo served as the national news correspondent for L28 News for over three years, where he wrote, shot, and edited weekly news segments covering major stories across the country. His experience spans live sports coverage, community profiles, and digital-first storytelling, with a passion for sharing stories that reflect and connect with diverse audiences.

Sold out stadium of 50,000 fans at Coors Field in Colorado

Firefighters

Ron Franklin II, an explosive outfielder with a knack for the clutch, has been named Player of the Week on the Banana Ball circuit after a scorching performance for the Firefighters.

The Savannah Bananas played the Texas Tailgaters at Great American Ballpark on Friday June 13, 2025. The game included music, dancing, non-baseball games, backflips and featured Reds players like Todd Frazier, Bronson Arroyo and Sean Casey. The Bananas will play the Texas Tailgaters again on Saturday to a packed Great American Ballpark.

Highlights

Playing in the iconic home of the Orioles, the Bananas turned Baltimore into Banana City with their signature blend of baseball, showmanship and pure chaos delivering back-to-back nights of electric Banana Ball in front of a combined 90,000 fans.

Jonathan Luders Hits First Unicycle hit in Banana Ball History at CHS Field against the Party Animals.

News

Jonathan Luders, a Massachusetts native and former Seton Hall infielder, made Banana Ball history this weekend at CHS Field by getting a base hit while riding a unicycle.

Jul 22, 2015; Toronto, Ontario, CAN; United States starting pitcher Kelsie Whitmore (14) delivers a pitch in the first inning against Cuba during the 2015 Pan Am Games at Ajax Pan Am Ballpark. USA beat Cuba 11-0.

News

Kelsie Whitmore, a history-making pitcher and outfielder, has officially joined the Bananas' roster and will be suiting up with the team through September.

Savannah Bananas Ryan Cox (6) passes the ball under his leg to throw to first base during their game against the Party Animals on Thursday, Aug. 1, 2024 for their first game of the series at Louisville Slugger Field in Louisville, Ky.

News

Savannah Bananas fan-favorite Ryan Cox just made franchise history, becoming the first player to record 500 career trick plays in Banana Ball.

News

Fans won’t have to miss a second of the action, the game will stream live on ESPN+, Disney+, and the Bananas' official YouTube channel. This isn’t just a game. It’s a full-on show.

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First pitch is set for 7 p.m. local time, and fans can catch every minute of the action streamed live on the Party Animals’ official YouTube channel.

Party Animals

With a tour-leading 35-20 record in Banana Ball, the Party Animals have taken the show on the road and left a trail of stunned opponents behind them.

News

The Savannah Bananas have rattled off 11 straight wins in Banana Ball, electrifying crowds across the country and showing the world why they’re the most talked-about team in baseball’s boldest new format.

Texas Tailgaters

With a style as bold as their name, the Texas Tailgaters have been lighting up fields across the country this season thanks to six electrifying players who’ve separated themselves as key performers in baseball’s most entertaining league.

Firefighters

The Firefighters are bringing the heat literally and figuratively in this year’s Banana Ball circuit, torching opponents with highlight-reel defense, big bats, and lockdown pitching.

News

The Banana Ball World Tour rolls into Baltimore this Friday night, and it’s bringing the heat. The Savannah Bananas are set to take on the Texas Tailgaters in a nationally televised showdown at Oriole Park at Camden Yards.

Jacobo Garrido

Joined: Jul 17, 2025

Savannah Bananas Shatter Banana Ball Records Before MLB-Sized Crowd at Coors Field

Drew Gillespie Smashes His Own Banana Ball Speed Record with 44-Second Inning

Texas Tailgaters Add Power and Experience With Signing of Megan Wiggins

Banana Ball Hits Denver: How to Watch the Savannah Bananas Take Over Coors Field This Weekend

Firefighters

Franklin’s Fire Powers Firefighters to Big Week on Banana Ball Tour

Highlights

Savannah Bananas Light Up Camden Yards With Electric Weekend of Banana Ball

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Luders Makes Banana Ball History… On One Wheel

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Savannah Bananas Sign Trailblazer Kelsie Whitmore, First Woman to Start in Atlantic League

News

Ryan Cox Becomes First Savannah Banana to Record 500 Career Trick Plays

News

How to Watch the Savannah Bananas Take on Firefighters at Camden Yards Tonight

News

Tailgaters and Party Animals Clash Tonight at CHS Field in Must-Watch Banana Ball Showdown

Party Animals

Party Animals Turn Heads With Tour-Best Record Behind Five Standout Stars

Savannah Bananas Stay Hot, Ride 11-Game Win Streak Behind Five Standout Stars

Tailgaters Turn Up the Heat: Six Standouts Fuel Texas Banana Ball Success

Firefighters Blazing Through Banana Ball Season Behind Five Standout Stars

Banana Ball Heats Up: Bananas Face Off Against Texas Tailgaters at Camden Yards Friday Night