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

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

Jacobo Garrido

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.
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. / Clare Grant/Courier Journal / USA TODAY NETWORK

SAVANNAH, Ga. — A defensive wizard with a flair for the spectacular, Cox has built his reputation on making the impossible look effortless from no-look tags to mid-air glove tosses that defy belief. Over the years, he’s turned third base into a stage, energizing crowds with every slick move and flashy finish.

In a league built on innovation, Cox’s 500th trick play isn’t just a milestone it’s a reminder of how Banana Ball is rewriting the rulebook.

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Jacobo Garrido
JACOBO GARRIDO

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.

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