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What Fans Should Know</title><link>https://www.si.com/onsi/savannah-bananas/news/will-the-savannah-bananas-play-in-the-banana-bowl-what-fans-should-know-01m3mj32w562?utm_source=RSS</link><author>R. Kenner French</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01m3mj32w562</guid><description>Will the Savannah Bananas play in the 2026 Banana Bowl? Here’s how teams qualify, when it starts and how to watch on Disney+.</description><pubDate>Mon, 28 Sep 2026 20:00:01 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_1672,h_940,x_0,y_0/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/voltaxMediaLibrary/mmsport/savannah_bananas_on_si/01m3mn0ekb99face9v9d.png" caption="Sold out crowd will show up in full Banana Ball force at Nationals Stadium for the Banana Bowl October 10th.  | R. Kenner French"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="R. Kenner French"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Sam Tinnesz Shows Why Banana Ball Is More Than Baseball</title><link>https://www.si.com/onsi/savannah-bananas/news/sam-tinnesz-shows-why-banana-ball-is-more-than-baseball-01kzvr012hk0?utm_source=RSS</link><author>R. Kenner French</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01kzvr012hk0</guid><description>Firefighters singer Sam Tinnesz shows how live music and crowd energy are helping turn Banana Ball into a sports experience bigger than baseball.</description><pubDate>Mon, 28 Sep 2026 16:00:00 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_1280,h_720,x_0,y_76/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/voltaxMediaLibrary/mmsport/savannah_bananas_on_si/01m3aa00q1dg24vphe5b.jpg" caption="Singer-songwriter Sam Tinnesz performing at a Firefighters game | Courtesy of Sam Tinnesz"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="R. Kenner French"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Meet Banana Ball’s Firefighters and Coconuts for Free Tomorrow at a Biloxi Dunkin’</title><link>https://www.si.com/onsi/savannah-bananas/news/meet-banana-ball-s-firefighters-and-coconuts-for-free-tomorrow-at-a-biloxi-dunkin-01m3aaxmmgws?utm_source=RSS</link><author>R. Kenner French</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01m3aaxmmgws</guid><description>Meet Firefighters and Loco Beach Coconuts players at a free Biloxi Dunkin’ event Sept. 26, with photos, autographs and giveaways.</description><pubDate>Fri, 25 Sep 2026 18:00:00 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_1320,h_742,x_0,y_238/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/voltaxMediaLibrary/mmsport/savannah_bananas_on_si/01m3abfc4t8zyygdreka.jpg" caption="The Party Animals and Texas Tailgaters at a previous Dunkin&#39; meet and greet | R. Kenner French"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="R. Kenner French"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Meet Savannah Bananas and Texas Tailgaters Players at an Arlington Dunkin’ Tomorrow</title><link>https://www.si.com/onsi/savannah-bananas/news/meet-savannah-bananas-and-texas-tailgaters-players-at-an-arlington-dunkin-tomorrow-01m3aa5swtct?utm_source=RSS</link><author>R. Kenner French</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01m3aa5swtct</guid><description>Meet Savannah Bananas and Texas Tailgaters players at an Arlington Dunkin’ Sept. 26, with autographs, selfies and a coffee giveaway.</description><pubDate>Fri, 25 Sep 2026 16:00:00 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_1320,h_742,x_0,y_354/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/voltaxMediaLibrary/mmsport/savannah_bananas_on_si/01m3aas6yghrr2z1d9n9.jpg" caption="Texas Tailgaters and Part Animals at previous Dunkin&#39; event | R. Kenner French"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="R. Kenner French"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Banana Ball Cleveland 2026: A 30-Game Veteran Fan’s Know-Before-You-Go Guide</title><link>https://www.si.com/onsi/savannah-bananas/news/banana-ball-cleveland-2026-a-30-game-veteran-fan-s-know-before-you-go-guide-01m37m9kq342?utm_source=RSS</link><author>R. Kenner French</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01m37m9kq342</guid><description>Party Animals vs. Indianapolis Clowns comes to Progressive Field Sept. 25–26. Get Cleveland Banana Ball times, tickets, parking, bag rules and veteran-fan tips.</description><pubDate>Thu, 24 Sep 2026 16:00:01 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_1617,h_909,x_143,y_0/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/voltaxMediaLibrary/mmsport/savannah_bananas_on_si/01m37nar2jwegrq7bxgg.jpg" caption="A look at beautiful Progressive Field in Cleveland before your Banana Ball experience | Progressive Field / Erik Drost / CC BY 2.0."></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="R. Kenner French"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Globe Life Field Is Built for Banana Ball: A Veteran Fan’s Know-Before-You-Go Guide to Arlington</title><link>https://www.si.com/onsi/savannah-bananas/news/globe-life-field-is-built-for-banana-ball-a-veteran-fan-s-know-before-you-go-guide-to-arlington-01m37k27v1jv?utm_source=RSS</link><author>R. Kenner French</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01m37k27v1jv</guid><description>Seeing the Savannah Bananas vs. Texas Tailgaters at Globe Life Field Sept. 25–27? Get parking, show times, bag rules, heat tips and more.</description><pubDate>Wed, 23 Sep 2026 18:00:00 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_3298,h_1855,x_522,y_872/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/voltaxMediaLibrary/mmsport/savannah_bananas_on_si/01m37kx1b7hjyh2chbsg.jpg" caption="Inside of Globe Life Field, a beautiful stadium that will be filled with a community of beautiful people. | Globe Life Field / BullDawg2021 / CC BY 4.0."></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="R. Kenner French"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>I Visited Princess Potassia’s Castle. Banana Land Is Even Stranger Than I Thought.</title><link>https://www.si.com/onsi/savannah-bananas/news/i-visited-princess-potassia-s-castle-banana-land-is-even-stranger-than-i-thought-01m32xtwbgsp?utm_source=RSS</link><author>R. Kenner French</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01m32xtwbgsp</guid><description>Princess Potassia takes Savannah Bananas On SI inside her Banana Land world, from her banana tiara and fan interactions to songs, game days and the Banana Bowl.</description><pubDate>Tue, 22 Sep 2026 16:00:00 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_1920,h_1080,x_0,y_0/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/voltaxMediaLibrary/mmsport/savannah_bananas_on_si/01m32yehgzhgftg19dk4.png" caption="Princess Potassia creating joy for fans at a Savannah Banana&#39;s game at Wrigely Field | R. Kenner French"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="R. Kenner French"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Why Savannah Bananas Games Feel Different: Hannah Arbitman Says “This Game Never Stops”</title><link>https://www.si.com/onsi/savannah-bananas/news/why-savannah-bananas-games-feel-different-hannah-arbitman-says-this-game-never-stops-01m32p3x9bb2?utm_source=RSS</link><author>R. Kenner French</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01m32p3x9bb2</guid><description>Veteran in-game host Hannah Arbitman explains why Savannah Bananas games feel different from traditional sports—and why “this game never stops.”</description><pubDate>Mon, 21 Sep 2026 19:25:37 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_1920,h_1080,x_0,y_0/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/voltaxMediaLibrary/mmsport/savannah_bananas_on_si/01m32pmy1xejvf6rcx88.png" caption="Savannah Bananas Vs Firefighters at Wigley Field | R. Kenner French"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="R. Kenner French"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Savannah Bananas&#39; Sam Bauman Explains What Fans Never See Behind Banana Ball</title><link>https://www.si.com/onsi/savannah-bananas/news/savannah-bananas-sam-bauman-explains-what-fans-never-see-behind-banana-ball-01m217mazh6v?utm_source=RSS</link><author>R. Kenner French</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01m217mazh6v</guid><description>Savannah Bananas media personality Sam Bauman explains the media access, sideline reporting and team culture that fans rarely see behind Banana Ball.</description><pubDate>Wed, 16 Sep 2026 15:15:00 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_1920,h_1080,x_0,y_0/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/voltaxMediaLibrary/mmsport/savannah_bananas_on_si/01m2k3xa011p2w28z3q6.png" caption="Savannah Bananas on SI Managing publisher R. Kenner French Interviewing Banana Ball&#39;s Sam Bauman. | R. Kenner French"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="R. Kenner French"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Meet Savannah Bananas and Party Animals Players at Dunkin’—Plus Your Weekend Game Guide</title><link>https://www.si.com/onsi/savannah-bananas/news/meet-savannah-bananas-and-party-animals-players-at-dunkin-plus-your-weekend-game-guide-01m26h3dwv8t?utm_source=RSS</link><author>R. Kenner French</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01m26h3dwv8t</guid><description>Meet Savannah Bananas and Party Animals players at Dunkin’ in Pooler on Sept. 12, then get the complete Grayson Stadium weekend schedule.</description><pubDate>Fri, 11 Sep 2026 15:15:00 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_1536,h_864,x_0,y_510/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/voltaxMediaLibrary/mmsport/savannah_bananas_on_si/01m26hpaa93qg60wq5ma.jpg" caption="Previous Meet and Greet at Dunkin&#39; featuring Party Animals Peter Holden! | R. Kenner French"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="R. Kenner French"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Banana Ball in Lexington: A Veteran Fan’s Know-Before-You-Go Guide</title><link>https://www.si.com/onsi/savannah-bananas/news/banana-ball-in-lexington-a-veteran-fan-s-know-before-you-go-guide-01m263022r68?utm_source=RSS</link><author>R. Kenner French</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01m263022r68</guid><description>Banana Ball comes to Lexington Sept. 11–13. Get show times, parking prices, bag rules and veteran advice for the Coconuts vs. Clowns</description><pubDate>Thu, 10 Sep 2026 16:59:39 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_3840,h_2160,x_0,y_0/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/voltaxMediaLibrary/mmsport/savannah_bananas_on_si/01m2641t33gjfn190x7a.jpg" caption="Previous Savannah Bananas Banana Ball Game being played at Wrigley Field | R. Kenner French"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="R. Kenner French"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Savannah Bananas History: From Empty Stadium to National Phenomenon</title><link>https://www.si.com/onsi/savannah-bananas/news/savannah-bananas-history-from-empty-stadium-to-national-phenomenon-01kzs4y2ptvb?utm_source=RSS</link><author>R. Kenner French</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01kzs4y2ptvb</guid><description>The Savannah Bananas began with an empty Grayson Stadium, one season ticket and a risky idea. Here&#39;s how Jesse and Emily Cole built a Banana Ball phenomenon.</description><pubDate>Wed, 12 Aug 2026 19:30:00 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_3200,h_1800,x_0,y_0/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/voltaxMediaLibrary/mmsport/savannah_bananas_on_si/01kzs5pqmk48ncbfj6wn.jpg" caption="A sold-out crowd watches Banana Ball at Wrigley Field in Chicago, illustrating the Savannah Bananas’ growth from a struggling local team into a national sports phenomenon. | R. Kenner French"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="R. Kenner French"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>How the Savannah Bananas Ticket Lottery Actually Works</title><link>https://www.si.com/onsi/savannah-bananas/news/how-the-savannah-bananas-ticket-lottery-actually-works-01m20yvy652r?utm_source=RSS</link><author>R. Kenner French</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01m20yvy652r</guid><description>How does the Savannah Bananas ticket lottery work? Learn how random selections, purchase windows, ticket zones, seat assignments and bot screening work.</description><pubDate>Tue, 08 Sep 2026 17:30:00 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_1320,h_742,x_0,y_60/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/voltaxMediaLibrary/mmsport/savannah_bananas_on_si/01m2102v649x1h19gmms.jpg" caption="Banana Ball super fan, an obvious pro in the ticket lottery! | R. Kenner French"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="R. Kenner French"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>I Wore a Savannah Bananas Jersey to a Dave Matthews Band Concert in Denver. The Fans Got It Immediately.</title><link>https://www.si.com/onsi/savannah-bananas/news/i-wore-a-savannah-bananas-jersey-to-a-dave-matthews-band-concert-in-denver-the-fans-got-it-immediately-01m23jayd38s?utm_source=RSS</link><author>R. Kenner French</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01m23jayd38s</guid><description>DMB fan Renae Lipsmeyer wore a custom Savannah Bananas jersey to two Denver concerts and discovered how naturally the two fan communities overlap.</description><pubDate>Wed, 09 Sep 2026 17:45:00 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_1920,h_1080,x_0,y_0/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/voltaxMediaLibrary/mmsport/savannah_bananas_on_si/01m23kfrp4sw26rxpk81.jpg" caption="Renae Lipsmeyer photographed at the DMB concert with her Banana Ball jersey on. | Renae Lipsmeyer"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="R. Kenner French"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Why Jesse Cole Credits Dave Matthews Band With Helping Build the Savannah Bananas</title><link>https://www.si.com/onsi/savannah-bananas/news/why-jesse-cole-credits-dave-matthews-band-with-helping-build-the-savannah-bananas-01m124c5p95n?utm_source=RSS</link><author>R. Kenner French</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01m124c5p95n</guid><description>Jesse Cole explains how Dave Matthews Band influenced the Savannah Bananas’ touring, free YouTube broadcasts, K Club and ever-changing live show.</description><pubDate>Fri, 04 Sep 2026 15:15:00 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_1284,h_722,x_0,y_549/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/voltaxMediaLibrary/mmsport/savannah_bananas_on_si/01m1mg3b712mxnb8eq59.jpg" caption="Dave Mathews taking a selfie on my phone while performing at the Gorge Amphitheatre, demonstrating their unique fan integration to the show - just like what banana ball does | R. Kenner French"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="R. Kenner French"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Former Cubs Pitcher Ryan Kellogg Wasn&#39;t Sure About the Savannah Bananas—Then Came a Green Tutu</title><link>https://www.si.com/onsi/savannah-bananas/news/former-cubs-pitcher-ryan-kellogg-wasn-t-sure-about-the-savannah-bananas-then-came-a-green-tutu-01m1hsqrhb5x?utm_source=RSS</link><author>R. Kenner French</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01m1hsqrhb5x</guid><description>Former Cubs minor leaguer Ryan Kellogg was skeptical of Banana Ball. A green tutu, Napoleon Dynamite dance and career transformation changed everything.</description><pubDate>Thu, 03 Sep 2026 15:15:00 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_1920,h_1080,x_0,y_0/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/voltaxMediaLibrary/mmsport/savannah_bananas_on_si/01m1ht5nytbyn04ats05.jpg" caption="Ryan Kellogg Coaches Roster Card  | Via The Savannah Bananas"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="R. Kenner French"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>I Dreamed the Savannah Bananas’ 2027 Schedule—Then Things Got Completely Out of Control</title><link>https://www.si.com/onsi/savannah-bananas/news/i-dreamed-the-savannah-bananas-2027-schedule-then-things-got-completely-out-of-control-01m1f2brp0e0?utm_source=RSS</link><author>R. Kenner French</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01m1f2brp0e0</guid><description>Before Banana Ball reveals its real 2027 schedule, Kenner French imagines Jeter, Ichiro, Disney, DMB, global games and even a pitch from space.</description><pubDate>Wed, 02 Sep 2026 15:15:00 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_1920,h_1080,x_0,y_0/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/voltaxMediaLibrary/mmsport/savannah_bananas_on_si/01m1f3g1t1gqsys8peye.jpg" caption="Jesse Cole and Savannah Bananas on si author R. Kenner French | R. Kenner French"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="R. Kenner French"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Banana Ball Announces Surprise 2026 All-Star Game at Historic Grayson Stadium</title><link>https://www.si.com/onsi/savannah-bananas/news/banana-ball-announces-surprise-2026-all-star-game-at-historic-grayson-stadium-01m1ey0h071r?utm_source=RSS</link><author>R. Kenner French</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01m1ey0h071r</guid><description>Banana Ball announced an Oct. 30 All-Star Game at Historic Grayson Stadium featuring fan-selected All-Stars against a roster of Future Stars.</description><pubDate>Tue, 01 Sep 2026 17:27:32 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_1672,h_940,x_0,y_0/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/voltaxMediaLibrary/mmsport/savannah_bananas_on_si/01m1ezrb1hj7ry09xtd6.png" caption="Banana Ball Has Announced A Banana Ball All Star Game At Historic Grayson Stadium! | R. Kenner French"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="R. Kenner French"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Before KJ Jackson Became a Savannah Bananas Star, His College Coach Already Saw the Showman</title><link>https://www.si.com/onsi/savannah-bananas/news/before-kj-jackson-became-a-savannah-bananas-star-his-college-coach-already-saw-the-showman-01m1cpbxmtdw?utm_source=RSS</link><author>R. Kenner French</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01m1cpbxmtdw</guid><description>Kent State coach Jeff Duncan recalls KJ Jackson’s clutch hitting, athleticism, character and early showmanship before he joined the Savannah Bananas.</description><pubDate>Tue, 01 Sep 2026 16:00:01 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_1920,h_1080,x_0,y_0/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/voltaxMediaLibrary/mmsport/savannah_bananas_on_si/01m1cpdfqssq6mmn1t0f.jpg" caption="KJ Jackson Player Card for the Savannah Bananas | Via the Savannah Bananas"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="R. Kenner French"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Are the Savannah Bananas Scripted? The Show Is, but the Competition Isn’t</title><link>https://www.si.com/onsi/savannah-bananas/news/are-the-savannah-bananas-scripted-the-show-is-but-the-competition-isn-t-01m12cyxec89?utm_source=RSS</link><author>R. Kenner French</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01m12cyxec89</guid><description>Are the Savannah Bananas scripted? Their dances and entertainment are rehearsed, but Banana Ball games and outcomes are real competition.</description><pubDate>Mon, 31 Aug 2026 15:15:00 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_3908,h_2198,x_1114,y_923/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/voltaxMediaLibrary/mmsport/savannah_bananas_on_si/01m12emp4qened9aa34s.jpg" caption="Banana Ball game pre game scripted dance routine | R. Kenner French"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="R. Kenner French"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Former Mariners Minor Leaguer Allan Saathoff Says He’d Turn Down MLB Shot for Savannah Bananas</title><link>https://www.si.com/onsi/savannah-bananas/former-mariners-minor-leaguer-allan-saathoff-says-he-d-turn-down-mlb-shot-for-savannah-bananas-01m0g8mhqfb3?utm_source=RSS</link><author>R. Kenner French</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01m0g8mhqfb3</guid><description>Former Mariners minor leaguer Allan Saathoff says even an MLB opportunity wouldn’t convince him to leave the Savannah Bananas and Banana Ball.</description><pubDate>Fri, 28 Aug 2026 15:15:00 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_2635,h_1482,x_0,y_238/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/voltaxMediaLibrary/mmsport/savannah_bananas_on_si/01m1244j9x55xrrkwdpc.jpg" caption="Allan Saathoff playing for the Savannah Bananas | Courtesy of Allan Saathoff"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="R. Kenner French"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Party Animals vs. Texas Tailgaters in Sugar Land: What Fans Need to Know</title><link>https://www.si.com/onsi/savannah-bananas/news/party-animals-vs-texas-tailgaters-in-sugar-land-what-fans-need-to-know-01m12552qvtp?utm_source=RSS</link><author>R. Kenner French</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01m12552qvtp</guid><description>Party Animals and Texas Tailgaters play at Constellation Field Aug. 28–29. Get appearance times, parking, ticket, bag and re-entry details.</description><pubDate>Thu, 27 Aug 2026 17:56:11 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_3213,h_1807,x_0,y_1399/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/voltaxMediaLibrary/mmsport/savannah_bananas_on_si/01m125kg733hj5p4fw7x.jpg" caption="Savannah Banana&#39;s player Grant Besser signing autographs ahead of Banana Ball game | R. Kenner French"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="R. Kenner French"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Who Is Jared Orton? Meet the Savannah Bananas President </title><link>https://www.si.com/onsi/savannah-bananas/news/who-is-jared-orton-meet-the-savannah-bananas-president-01m08m62rf9r?utm_source=RSS</link><author>R. Kenner French</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01m08m62rf9r</guid><description>Who is Jared Orton? Meet the Savannah Bananas president who helped build the Fans First culture behind Banana Ball’s rise to sold-out stadiums.</description><pubDate>Thu, 27 Aug 2026 15:15:00 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_5376,h_3024,x_0,y_0/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/voltaxMediaLibrary/mmsport/savannah_bananas_on_si/01m08r83bmwdwcps62fk.jpg" caption="Savannah Bananas President, Jared Orton interviewing with Savannah Bananas on si. | R. Kenner French"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="R. Kenner French"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Savannah Bananas at Gillette Stadium: A Veteran&#39;s Foxborough Know-Before-You-Go on Saturday Guide</title><link>https://www.si.com/onsi/savannah-bananas/news/savannah-bananas-at-gillette-stadium-foxborough-know-before-you-go-guide-01m0te3mbsv9?utm_source=RSS</link><author>R. Kenner French</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01m0te3mbsv9</guid><description>Going to see the Savannah Bananas at Gillette Stadium? Get Foxborough game times, parking, train, ticket and bag information for Aug. 28–29.</description><pubDate>Mon, 24 Aug 2026 20:30:00 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_5712,h_3213,x_0,y_0/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/voltaxMediaLibrary/mmsport/savannah_bananas_on_si/01m0teyv7j0p37zxfrws.jpg" caption="Plaza Party fan experience before Banana Ball Game. Expect big crowds and a great time!  | R. Kenner French"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="R. Kenner French"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Jesse Cole Reveals When He Knew Banana Ball Could Be Bigger Than Baseball</title><link>https://www.si.com/onsi/savannah-bananas/news/jesse-cole-reveals-when-he-knew-banana-ball-could-be-bigger-than-baseball-01kywvv88pqf?utm_source=RSS</link><author>R. Kenner French</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01kywvv88pqf</guid><description>Jesse Cole recalls the Mobile, Alabama, moment when Savannah Bananas fans and players showed him Banana Ball had become bigger than baseball.</description><pubDate>Wed, 26 Aug 2026 15:15:00 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_1164,h_654,x_0,y_169/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/voltaxMediaLibrary/mmsport/savannah_bananas_on_si/01kywxpcwhbyffwg7day.png" caption="Jesse Cole reminiscing about when he knew Banana Ball could be bigger than baseball | R. Kenner French"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="R. Kenner French"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>How Bananas Foster Uses Banana Ball to Support Foster Families</title><link>https://www.si.com/onsi/savannah-bananas/news/how-bananas-foster-uses-banana-ball-to-support-foster-families-01m0g4qr708f?utm_source=RSS</link><author>R. Kenner French</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01m0g4qr708f</guid><description>Bananas Foster, the official nonprofit of Banana Ball, celebrates foster families at games, provides financial support and inspires fans to get involved in foster care.</description><pubDate>Tue, 25 Aug 2026 15:15:00 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_4083,h_2296,x_0,y_36/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/voltaxMediaLibrary/mmsport/savannah_bananas_on_si/01m0tkft7zxsdk8g8amc.jpg" caption="Bananas Foster being celebrated at Banana Ball game in Charleston.  | R. Kenner French"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="R. Kenner French"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Why Savannah Bananas On SI Is Going All-In on Banana Ball</title><link>https://www.si.com/onsi/savannah-bananas/news/why-savannah-bananas-on-si-is-going-all-in-on-banana-ball-01m0drzpys8t?utm_source=RSS</link><author>R. Kenner French</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01m0drzpys8t</guid><description>Savannah Bananas On SI is expanding its Banana Ball coverage with deeper reporting on players, fans, personalities, culture and the stories beyond the scoreboard.</description><pubDate>Mon, 24 Aug 2026 15:15:00 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_5014,h_2820,x_0,y_771/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/voltaxMediaLibrary/mmsport/savannah_bananas_on_si/01m0g24sxq4f32bm2n7x.jpg" caption="Jesse Cole signing autographs for fans at a recent Banana Ball game at Historic Wrigley Field, Chicago. | R. Kenner French"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="R. Kenner French"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Banana Ball Fan Has 59 Tattoos From Players and Cast—And Wants 100</title><link>https://www.si.com/onsi/savannah-bananas/banana-ball-fan-has-59-tattoos-from-players-and-cast-and-wants-100-01m0dmrvfh6a?utm_source=RSS</link><author>R. Kenner French</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01m0dmrvfh6a</guid><description>Nicole Wisniewski has 59 Banana Ball tattoos designed by players and personalities. The longtime fan says she may not stop until she reaches 100.</description><pubDate>Fri, 21 Aug 2026 15:15:00 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_1248,h_702,x_0,y_96/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/voltaxMediaLibrary/mmsport/savannah_bananas_on_si/01m0dpxd8f4bfe94g2ed.png" caption="Nicole Wisniewski Interviewing with Savannah Bananas on SI about all of her Banana Ball Tattoos.  | R. Kenner French"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="R. Kenner French"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Banana Bowl 2026: Savannah Bananas DJ Predicts Something Fans Have Never Seen Before</title><link>https://www.si.com/onsi/savannah-bananas/news/banana-bowl-2026-savannah-bananas-dj-predicts-something-fans-have-never-seen-before-01m0dhykx7yt?utm_source=RSS</link><author>R. Kenner French</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01m0dhykx7yt</guid><description>Savannah Bananas DJ Mark “Shark” Ediss says fans should expect something they’ve never seen before at the first Banana Bowl in Washington, D.C.</description><pubDate>Thu, 20 Aug 2026 15:15:00 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_801,h_450,x_477,y_146/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/voltaxMediaLibrary/mmsport/savannah_bananas_on_si/01m0dk6sym9wame5njyb.png" caption="R. Kenner French interviewing with Mark &#34;Shark&#34; Ediss | R. Kenner French"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="R. Kenner French"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Savannah Bananas in St. Louis: What to Know Before You Go to Busch Stadium</title><link>https://www.si.com/onsi/savannah-bananas/news/savannah-bananas-in-st-louis-what-to-know-before-you-go-to-busch-stadium-01m0dew7czvh?utm_source=RSS</link><author>R. Kenner French</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01m0dew7czvh</guid><description>Going to see the Savannah Bananas in St. Louis? Get Busch Stadium times, parking, bag and ticket information—plus one reason not to rush home afterward.</description><pubDate>Wed, 19 Aug 2026 21:30:00 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_4032,h_2268,x_0,y_0/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/voltaxMediaLibrary/mmsport/savannah_bananas_on_si/01m0dfgh474hkydb887m.jpg" caption="Sold out Banana Ball Game, St. Louis Will be just as packed out! | R. Kenner French"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="R. Kenner French"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Banana Ball in Billings: Party Animals vs. Firefighters Know-Before-You-Go Guide</title><link>https://www.si.com/onsi/savannah-bananas/banana-ball-in-billings-party-animals-vs-firefighters-know-before-you-go-guide-01m0asm6syvc?utm_source=RSS</link><author>R. Kenner French</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01m0asm6syvc</guid><description>Going to Banana Ball in Billings? Get game times, parking, pregame details and what to know for Party Animals vs. Firefighters at Dehler Park.</description><pubDate>Wed, 19 Aug 2026 15:15:00 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_6720,h_3780,x_0,y_0/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/voltaxMediaLibrary/mmsport/savannah_bananas_on_si/01m0axtvnfe3p7qg76x4.jpg" caption="Filled out crowd at recent Banana Ball game! Billings will be even more packed out in the smaller stadium. | R. Kenner French"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="R. Kenner French"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>The Road to the Banana Bowl: Savannah Bananas Chase Texas in Banana Bowl Race</title><link>https://www.si.com/onsi/savannah-bananas/news/2026-banana-ball-standings-savannah-bananas-chase-texas-in-banana-bowl-race-01m0aq6a8myx?utm_source=RSS</link><author>R. Kenner French</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01m0aq6a8myx</guid><description>See the 2026 Banana Ball standings as the Savannah Bananas chase the Texas Tailgaters and the playoff race tightens on the road to the Banana Bowl.</description><pubDate>Tue, 18 Aug 2026 21:00:04 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_7680,h_4320,x_0,y_0/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/voltaxMediaLibrary/mmsport/savannah_bananas_on_si/01m0aseamqdxakgh92mh.jpg" caption="Banana Bowl Announcement Image. | Via The Savannah Bananas"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="R. Kenner French"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Banana Bowl 2026: Everything to Know About Banana Ball’s First Championship Event</title><link>https://www.si.com/onsi/savannah-bananas/news/banana-bowl-2026-everything-to-know-about-banana-ball-s-first-championship-event-01m096vjr2e2?utm_source=RSS</link><author>R. Kenner French</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01m096vjr2e2</guid><description>Banana Bowl 2026: Everything to Know About Banana Ball’s First Championship Event, dates, times, location, venue</description><pubDate>Tue, 18 Aug 2026 14:15:15 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_5760,h_3240,x_0,y_0/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/voltaxMediaLibrary/mmsport/savannah_bananas_on_si/01m097sm27xm9fed59zf.jpg" caption="Banana Bowl Location Announcement! The Banana Bowl is headed to Washington DC! | Via Savannah Bananas"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="R. Kenner French"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Savannah Bananas Fan Saw Chicago Embrace Banana Ball in One Year</title><link>https://www.si.com/onsi/savannah-bananas/news/savannah-bananas-fan-saw-chicago-embrace-banana-ball-in-one-year-01kzy39emvhf?utm_source=RSS</link><author>R. Kenner French</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01kzy39emvhf</guid><description>Ami Tack attended Savannah Bananas games in Chicago in 2025 and 2026. She explains how Banana Ball fans changed from spectators into participants.</description><pubDate>Mon, 17 Aug 2026 15:15:00 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_1059,h_595,x_326,y_127/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/voltaxMediaLibrary/mmsport/savannah_bananas_on_si/01kzy4nsafnvrg4pkb2g.png" caption="Ami Tack and her son Reid  | Image courtesy of Ami Tack"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="R. Kenner French"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>How Shane Chojnacki Went From Pro Wrestling to Banana Ball&#39;s Firefighters</title><link>https://www.si.com/onsi/savannah-bananas/news/how-shane-chojnacki-went-from-pro-wrestling-to-banana-ball-s-firefighters-01kzrvrtjjth?utm_source=RSS</link><author>R. Kenner French</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01kzrvrtjjth</guid><description>Firefighters entertainer Shane Chojnacki explains how professional wrestling, fighting and an unlikely audition led him to a career in Banana Ball.</description><pubDate>Fri, 14 Aug 2026 15:15:00 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_1672,h_940,x_0,y_0/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/voltaxMediaLibrary/mmsport/savannah_bananas_on_si/01kzvgzhvr5a70k3mndc.png" caption="Shane &#34;Smoke Show Savage&#34; Chojnacki interviewing with Savannah Bananas on si.  | R. Kenner French"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="R. Kenner French"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Savannah Bananas at Coors Field: A Know-Before-You-Go Guide</title><link>https://www.si.com/onsi/savannah-bananas/news/savannah-bananas-at-coors-field-a-know-before-you-go-guide-01kzy01b68kd?utm_source=RSS</link><author>R. Kenner French</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01kzy01b68kd</guid><description>Savannah Bananas and Firefighters fans gather outside Wrigley Field at Gallagher Way before a Banana Ball game in Chicago.</description><pubDate>Thu, 13 Aug 2026 18:45:00 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_5712,h_3213,x_0,y_0/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/voltaxMediaLibrary/mmsport/savannah_bananas_on_si/01kzy1h9pbgekpgj7gsf.jpg" caption="Banana Ball fans gather at Gallagher Way outside Wrigley Field in Chicago for player appearances before the Savannah Bananas and Firefighters Banana Ball game | R. Kenner French"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="R. Kenner French"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Longtime Savannah Bananas Fans Reveal What Banana Ball Must Never Lose</title><link>https://www.si.com/onsi/savannah-bananas/news/longtime-savannah-bananas-fans-reveal-what-banana-ball-must-never-lose-01kzs3a5mas7?utm_source=RSS</link><author>R. Kenner French</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01kzs3a5mas7</guid><description>Savannah Bananas fans since 2017 explain how Banana Ball has changed, what still works at Grayson Stadium and what growth must never erase.</description><pubDate>Wed, 12 Aug 2026 15:15:00 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_3213,h_1807,x_0,y_781/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/voltaxMediaLibrary/mmsport/savannah_bananas_on_si/01kzs3xvnxv36hb0203m.jpg" caption="Rick and Meredith Apfel on field at historic Wrigley Field prior to Banana Ball game | R. Kenner French"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="R. Kenner French"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Banana Ball Intern Natalie Daigle Finds a New Career Path</title><link>https://www.si.com/onsi/savannah-bananas/news/banana-ball-intern-natalie-daigle-finds-a-new-career-path-01kzpn9e97x1?utm_source=RSS</link><author>R. Kenner French</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01kzpn9e97x1</guid><description>Banana Ball intern Natalie Daigle shares how a career change led her to People Operations, leadership opportunities and a future with the Savannah Bananas.</description><pubDate>Tue, 11 Aug 2026 16:00:00 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_1254,h_705,x_0,y_113/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/voltaxMediaLibrary/mmsport/savannah_bananas_on_si/01kzppt7sv03pqbqhpaw.png" caption="Natalie Daigle,  intern with the Savannah Bananas and Banana Ball. | R. Kenner French"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="R. Kenner French"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>The Voices Behind Banana Ball Say the Sport Is About More Than Entertainment</title><link>https://www.si.com/onsi/savannah-bananas/news/the-voices-behind-banana-ball-say-the-sport-is-about-more-than-entertainment-01kz9fpfpkyp?utm_source=RSS</link><author>R. Kenner French</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01kz9fpfpkyp</guid><description>Banana Ball broadcasters Josh Talevski and Biko Skalla explain why the sport is more competitive, personal and meaningful than many fans realize.</description><pubDate>Fri, 07 Aug 2026 15:15:00 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_1446,h_813,x_0,y_82/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/voltaxMediaLibrary/mmsport/savannah_bananas_on_si/01kzc0cx8a08rha5sx6b.png" caption="Biko Skalla and Josh Talevski, broadcasters for the Savannah Bananas and the Banana Ball league | R. Kenner French"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="R. Kenner French"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Banana Ball’s Lamar Sparks Calls Emotional Wrigley Field Home Run With His Sister ‘Surreal’</title><link>https://www.si.com/onsi/savannah-bananas/news/banana-ball-s-lamar-sparks-calls-emotional-wrigley-field-home-run-with-his-sister-surreal-01kzby266ft8?utm_source=RSS</link><author>R. Kenner French</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01kzby266ft8</guid><description>Firefighters outfielder Lamar Sparks reflects on his emotional Wrigley Field home run and recreating a childhood tradition with his sister, Jency.</description><pubDate>Thu, 06 Aug 2026 19:00:01 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_670,h_376,x_34,y_31/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/voltaxMediaLibrary/mmsport/savannah_bananas_on_si/01kzbzcb99bsbdg6cde4.png" caption="Lamar Sparks official player card | Image courtesy of the Firefighters and Fans First Entertainment."></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="R. Kenner French"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Banana Ball Star Jackson Olson Reveals His Nerves as He Faces His Biggest Stage Yet on Dancing with the Stars</title><link>https://www.si.com/onsi/savannah-bananas/news/banana-ball-star-jackson-olson-reveals-his-nerves-as-he-faces-his-biggest-stage-yet-on-dancing-with-the-stars-01kz6vhzpnn9?utm_source=RSS</link><author>R. Kenner French</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01kz6vhzpnn9</guid><description>Savannah Bananas star Jackson Olson discusses his nerves about Dancing with the Stars, keeping the news secret and balancing both demanding schedules. 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[Alan Youngblood/Gainesville Sun] | Alan Youngblood/Gainesville Sun / USA TODAY NETWORK via Imagn Images"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Ryan Boman"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>81-Year-Old fan gets a swing with the Savannah Bananas</title><link>https://www.si.com/onsi/savannah-bananas/news/81-year-old-fan-with-savannah-bananas?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Ryan Boman</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01kkz08wv2es</guid><description>A longtime Missouri baseball coach experienced the dream of a lifetime when he stepped to the plate for Savannah on Sunday in the Superdome</description><pubDate>Wed, 18 Mar 2026 00:54:12 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_3704,h_2083,x_0,y_34/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ImagnImages/mmsport/savannah_bananas_on_si/01kkz135md48t75rdw4p.jpg" caption="More than 60,000 fans filled Doak Campbell Stadium to experience the Savannah Bananas play against the Texas Tailgaters in Banana Ball on Saturday, Feb. 28, 2026. | Alicia Devine/Tallahassee Democrat / USA TODAY NETWORK via Imagn Images"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Ryan Boman"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>NFL Great Drew Brees appears for the Bananas in a baseball bash at the Superdome</title><link>https://www.si.com/onsi/savannah-bananas/news/nfl-drew-brees-bananas-baseball-superdome?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Ryan Boman</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01kkv0wbz7me</guid><description>Former Saints quarterback and soon-to-be inducted Hall of Famer Drew Brees brought his Super Bowl credentials back to the &#39;Dome for an at-bat with the Bananas </description><pubDate>Mon, 16 Mar 2026 22:22:20 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_6184,h_3478,x_0,y_76/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ImagnImages/mmsport/savannah_bananas_on_si/01kkv26n0s12j4kdc5vy.jpg" caption="Feb 5, 2026; San Francisco, CA, USA;  Drew Brees during a press conference introducing the NFL Hall of Fame Class of 2026 at Palace of Fine Arts. 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