Savannah Bananas 2026 tour stops, new teams to be announced
ByCox Media Group National Content Desk
Savannah Bananas FILE PHOTO: Savannah Bananas director of entertainment and player from Littleton, Colorado, Zack Frongillo, at the plate against The Firefighters during the game at Coors Field in Denver, Colorado, on Saturday, August 09, 2025. (Photo by Andy Cross/MediaNews Group/The Denver Post via Getty Images) (Andy Cross/MediaNews Group/The D/Denver Post via Getty Images)
ByCox Media Group National Content Desk
It is selection Thursday for the viral baseball sensation, Savannah Bananas.
The team that bills itself “The Greatest Show In Sports” grew from a struggling team to a worldwide sensation.
The Savannah Bananas puts its own spin on America’s Pastime. The team has dancing players, coaches and umpires, a pitcher on stilts, no bunts (automatic game ejection) and no walks (it’s a sprint instead), all in a two-hour time limit. Ties end in Showdowns and there are no visits to the mound, ESPN reported.
Fans get into the game not only between and mid-inning antics, but also if a fan catches a foul cleanly, the batter is out.
There are 11 rules that govern the league. Click here to see how a game is scored and the other regulations that keep the game moving.
There are also cheerleaders, but not the scantly-clad women. Instead, it’s the Man-Nana’s or the Dad Bod Cheerleading Squad, the Banana Nanas senior citizen dance team and the Banana Splitz youth dance team who add to the entertainment.
The team’s home field is Savannah’s Grayson Stadium, also called Bananaland, but they travel A LOT. This year, they hit MLB and NFL stadiums across the country from historic Fenway Park in Boston to PNC Park in Pittsburgh to Bank of America Stadium in Charlotte.
There are currently four teams: the Bananas, the Party Animals, the Firefighters and the Texas Tailgaters, but they’re expanding. Two new teams will be announced on Thursday night during the “Banana Ball City Selection Show.”
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The show, which will air on ESPN2 and will be streamed on ESPN+, Disney+ and the team’s YouTube channel will also unveil the 2026 World Tour stops.
Once the schedule is released, the waiting game begins. The tickets are sold by lottery, which will open after the teams are announced and will remain open until Oct. 31. Ticket selection is random, USA Today reported.
Fans will sign up for the opportunity to buy tickets, and the games typically sell out.
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Savannah Bananas BOSTON, MASSACHUSETTS - JULY 05: The Savannah Bananas mascot Split is seen on the field prior to a game betrween the Savannah Bananas and The Firefighters at Fenway Park on July 05, 2025 in Boston, Massachusetts. (Photo by Jaiden Tripi/Getty Images) (Jaiden Tripi/Getty Images)
Savannah Bananas NEW YORK, NEW YORK - AUGUST 12: Mat Wolf #29 of the Savannah Bananas pitches during their game against the Party Animals at Richmond County Bank Ball Park on August 12, 2023 in New York City. The Savannah Bananas were part of the Coastal Plain League, a summer collegiate league, for seven seasons. In 2022, the Bananas announced that they were leaving the Coastal Plain League to play Banana Ball year-round. Banana Ball was born out of the idea of making baseball more fast-paced, entertaining, and fun. (Photo by Al Bello/Getty Images) (Al Bello/Getty Images)
Savannah Bananas SAVANNAH, GEORGIA - MAY 11: A performer balances during the game between the Savannah Bananas against the Party Animals at Grayson Stadium on May 11, 2023 in Savannah, Georgia. The Historic Grayson Stadium is the home of the independent professional baseball team called the Savannah Bananas. The Bananas were part of the Coastal Plain League, a summer collegiate league, for seven seasons. In 2022, the Bananas announced that they were leaving the Coastal Plain League to play Banana Ball year-round. Banana Ball was born out of the idea of making baseball more fast-paced, entertaining, and fun. (Photo by Al Bello/Getty Images) (Al Bello/Getty Images)
Savannah Bananas BOSTON, MASSACHUSETTS - JULY 05: Malachi Mitchell of the Savannah Bananas is introduced as the "designated runner" during a game against The Firefighters at Fenway Park on July 05, 2025 in Boston, Massachusetts. (Photo by Jaiden Tripi/Getty Images) (Jaiden Tripi/Getty Images)
Savannah Bananas SAVANNAH, GEORGIA - FEBRUARY 25: Reece Hampton #6 of the Party Animals is tagged out at home plate by Bill LeRoy #1 of the Savannah Bananas during their home opener at Grayson Stadium on February 25, 2023 in Savannah, Georgia. The Historic Grayson Stadium is the home of the independent professional baseball team called the Savannah Bananas. The Bananas were part of the Coastal Plain League, a summer collegiate league, for seven seasons. In 2022, the Bananas announced that they were leaving the Coastal Plain League to play Banana Ball year-round. Banana Ball was born out of the idea of making baseball more fast-paced, entertaining, and fun. (Photo by Al Bello/Getty Images) (Al Bello/Getty Images)
Savannah Bananas SAVANNAH, GEORGIA - MAY 11: The Savannah Bananas coaches roast marshmallows during the game against the Party Animals at Grayson Stadium on May 11, 2023 in Savannah, Georgia. The Historic Grayson Stadium is the home of the independent professional baseball team called the Savannah Bananas. The Bananas were part of the Coastal Plain League, a summer collegiate league, for seven seasons. In 2022, the Bananas announced that they were leaving the Coastal Plain League to play Banana Ball year-round. Banana Ball was born out of the idea of making baseball more fast-paced, entertaining, and fun. (Photo by Al Bello/Getty Images) (Al Bello/Getty Images)
Savannah Bananas NEW YORK, NEW YORK - AUGUST 12: Mat Wolf #29 of the Savannah Bananas pitches during their game against the Party Animals at Richmond County Bank Ball Park on August 12, 2023 in New York City. The Savannah Bananas were part of the Coastal Plain League, a summer collegiate league, for seven seasons. In 2022, the Bananas announced that they were leaving the Coastal Plain League to play Banana Ball year-round. Banana Ball was born out of the idea of making baseball more fast-paced, entertaining, and fun. (Photo by Al Bello/Getty Images) (Al Bello/Getty Images)
Savannah Bananas BOSTON, MASSACHUSETTS - JULY 05: Jackson Olson #8 of the Savannah Bananas reacts to a play against The Firefighters at Fenway Park on July 05, 2025 in Boston, Massachusetts. (Photo by Jaiden Tripi/Getty Images) (Jaiden Tripi/Getty Images)
Savannah Bananas NEW YORK, NEW YORK - AUGUST 11: Savannah Bananas Dancing Umpire Vincent Chapman dances during their game against the Staten Island Ferryhawks at Richmond County Bank Ball Park on August 11, 2023 in New York City. The Savannah Bananas were part of the Coastal Plain League, a summer collegiate league, for seven seasons. In 2022, the Bananas announced that they were leaving the Coastal Plain League to play Banana Ball year-round. Banana Ball was born out of the idea of making baseball more fast-paced, entertaining, and fun. (Photo by Al Bello/Getty Images) (Al Bello/Getty Images)
Savannah Bananas SAVANNAH, GEORGIA - MAY 11: Dakota "Stilts" Albritton #14 of the Savannah Bananas checks his phone in the locker room before the game against the Party Animals at Grayson Stadium on May 11, 2023 in Savannah, Georgia. Albritton plays Banana Ball on Stilts. He plays the field, bats, and he pitches all while wearing a pair of stilts while playing. The Historic Grayson Stadium is the home of the independent professional baseball team called the Savannah Bananas. The Bananas were part of the Coastal Plain League, a summer collegiate league, for seven seasons. In 2022, the Bananas announced that they were leaving the Coastal Plain League to play Banana Ball year-round. Banana Ball was born out of the idea of making baseball more fast-paced, entertaining, and fun. (Photo by Al Bello/Getty Images) (Al Bello/Getty Images)
Savannah Bananas KANSAS CITY, KS - MAY 06: Savannah Banana Malachi Mitchell (2) flips in the air as the team cheers before the start of a banana ball game against the Kansas City Monarchs at Legends Field on Friday, May 6, 2022 in Kansas City, KS. (Kent Nishimura / Los Angeles Times via Getty Images) (Kent Nishimura/Los Angeles Times via Getty Imag)
Savannah Bananas SAVANNAH, GEORGIA - MAY 13: First Base Coach/Dance instructor Maceo Harrison of the Savannah Bananas and Vincent DeRubeis #41 perform a dance routine between innings against the game between the Savannah Bananas against the Party Animals at Grayson Stadium on May 13, 2023 in Savannah, Georgia. The Historic Grayson Stadium is the home of the independent professional baseball team called the Savannah Bananas. The Bananas were part of the Coastal Plain League, a summer collegiate league, for seven seasons. In 2022, the Bananas announced that they were leaving the Coastal Plain League to play Banana Ball year-round. Banana Ball was born out of the idea of making baseball more fast-paced, entertaining, and fun. (Photo by Al Bello/Getty Images) (Al Bello/Getty Images)
Savannah Bananas NEW YORK, NEW YORK - AUGUST 12: Malachi Mitchell of the Savannah Bananas is introduced before their game against the Party Animals at Richmond County Bank Ball Park on August 12, 2023 in New York City. The Savannah Bananas were part of the Coastal Plain League, a summer collegiate league, for seven seasons. In 2022, the Bananas announced that they were leaving the Coastal Plain League to play Banana Ball year-round. Banana Ball was born out of the idea of making baseball more fast-paced, entertaining, and fun. (Photo by Al Bello/Getty Images) (Al Bello/Getty Images)
Savannah Bananas NEW YORK, NEW YORK - AUGUST 11: Dakota "Stilts" Albritton #14 of the Savannah Bananas greets fans before their game against the Staten Island Ferryhawks at Richmond County Bank Ball Park on August 11, 2023 in New York City. The Savannah Bananas were part of the Coastal Plain League, a summer collegiate league, for seven seasons. In 2022, the Bananas announced that they were leaving the Coastal Plain League to play Banana Ball year-round. Banana Ball was born out of the idea of making baseball more fast-paced, entertaining, and fun. (Photo by Al Bello/Getty Images) (Al Bello/Getty Images)
Savannah Bananas BOSTON, MASSACHUSETTS - JULY 05: An in-game challenge is played during a game between the Savannah Bananas and The Firefighters at Fenway Park on July 05, 2025 in Boston, Massachusetts. (Photo by Jaiden Tripi/Getty Images) (Jaiden Tripi/Getty Images)
Savannah Bananas SAVANNAH, GEORGIA - MAY 11: Dakota "Stilts" Albritton #14 of the Savannah Bananas pitches against the Party Animals at Grayson Stadium on May 11, 2023 in Savannah, Georgia. Albritton plays Banana Ball on Stilts. He plays the field, bats, and he pitches all while wearing a pair of stilts while playing. The Historic Grayson Stadium is the home of the independent professional baseball team called the Savannah Bananas. The Bananas were part of the Coastal Plain League, a summer collegiate league, for seven seasons. In 2022, the Bananas announced that they were leaving the Coastal Plain League to play Banana Ball year-round. Banana Ball was born out of the idea of making baseball more fast-paced, entertaining, and fun. (Photo by Al Bello/Getty Images) (Al Bello/Getty Images)
Savannah Bananas CLEMSON, SOUTH CAROLINA - APRIL 26: Jesse Cole, owner of Savannah Bananas, hangs out with the Bananas Band before a game against the Party Animals at Memorial Stadium on April 26, 2025 in Clemson, South Carolina. A record-breaking crowd of 80,000 reportedly attended the game, the first of ten Savannah Bananas baseball games to be broadcast this summer by ESPN, and the first of three Banana Ball games to be played in football stadiums. (Photo by Sean Rayford/Getty Images) (Sean Rayford/Getty Images)
Savannah Bananas CLEMSON, SOUTH CAROLINA - APRIL 26: Savannah Bananas run around the bases during a game against the Party Animals at Memorial Stadium on April 26, 2025 in Clemson, South Carolina. A record-breaking crowd of 80,000 reportedly attended the game, the first of ten Savannah Bananas baseball games to be broadcast this summer by ESPN, and the first of three Banana Ball games to be played in football stadiums. (Photo by Sean Rayford/Getty Images) (Sean Rayford/Getty Images)
Savannah Bananas NEW YORK, NEW YORK - AUGUST 11: Savannah Bananas owner Jesse Cole greets fans before their game against the Staten Island Ferryhawks at Richmond County Bank Ball Park on August 11, 2023 in New York City. The Savannah Bananas were part of the Coastal Plain League, a summer collegiate league, for seven seasons. In 2022, the Bananas announced that they were leaving the Coastal Plain League to play Banana Ball year-round. Banana Ball was born out of the idea of making baseball more fast-paced, entertaining, and fun. (Photo by Al Bello/Getty Images) (Al Bello/Getty Images)
Savannah Bananas CLEMSON, SOUTH CAROLINA - APRIL 26: Former Clemson football player CJ Spiller dances with the Savannah Bananas during a game against the Party Animals at Memorial Stadium on April 26, 2025 in Clemson, South Carolina. A record-breaking crowd of 80,000 reportedly attended the game, the first of ten Savannah Bananas baseball games to be broadcast this summer by ESPN, and the first of three Banana Ball games to be played in football stadiums. (Photo by Sean Rayford/Getty Images) Local Caption *** CJ Spiller (Sean Rayford/Getty Images)
Savannah Bananas SAVANNAH, GEORGIA - FEBRUARY 25: Savannah Bananas baseballs are seen in a bucket prior to their home opener against the Party Animals at Grayson Stadium on February 25, 2023 in Savannah, Georgia. The Historic Grayson Stadium is the home of the independent professional baseball team called the Savannah Bananas. The Bananas were part of the Coastal Plain League, a summer collegiate league, for seven seasons. In 2022, the Bananas announced that they were leaving the Coastal Plain League to play Banana Ball year-round. Banana Ball was born out of the idea of making baseball more fast-paced, entertaining, and fun. (Photo by Al Bello/Getty Images) (Al Bello/Getty Images)
Savannah Bananas BOSTON, MASSACHUSETTS - JULY 05: Dakota Albritton #14 of the Savannah Bananas steps up to bat during a game against The Firefighters at Fenway Park on July 05, 2025 in Boston, Massachusetts. (Photo by Jaiden Tripi/Getty Images) (Jaiden Tripi/Getty Images)
Savannah Bananas SOUTH WILLIAMSPORT, PENNSYLVANIA - AUGUST 20: (L-R) Jackson Olson, David Meadows and Ryan Cox of the Savannah Bananas are seen on the playing field at Uncrustables at the 2024 Little League Baseball® World Series Game Schedule at Little League International Complex on August 20, 2024 in South Williamsport, Pennsylvania. (Photo by Dave Kotinsky/Getty Images for Uncrustables ) (Dave Kotinsky/Getty Images for Uncrustables)
Savannah Bananas NEW YORK, NEW YORK - AUGUST 12: First Base Coach/Dance instructor Maceo Harrison of the Savannah Bananas performs a dance routine their game against the Party Animals at Richmond County Bank Ball Park on August 12, 2023 in New York City. The Savannah Bananas were part of the Coastal Plain League, a summer collegiate league, for seven seasons. In 2022, the Bananas announced that they were leaving the Coastal Plain League to play Banana Ball year-round. Banana Ball was born out of the idea of making baseball more fast-paced, entertaining, and fun. (Photo by Al Bello/Getty Images) (Al Bello/Getty Images)
Savannah Bananas BOSTON, MASSACHUSETTS - JULY 05: Reese Alexiades #2 of the Savannah Bananas reacts after scoring during a game against The Firefighters at Fenway Park on July 05, 2025 in Boston, Massachusetts. (Photo by Jaiden Tripi/Getty Images) (Jaiden Tripi/Getty Images)
Savannah Bananas SAVANNAH, GEORGIA - FEBRUARY 25: Fans are greeted by the Banana Nanas as the The Savannah Bananas play their home opener against the Party Animals at Grayson Stadium on February 25, 2023 in Savannah, Georgia. The Historic Grayson Stadium is the home of the independent professional baseball team called the Savannah Bananas. The Bananas were part of the Coastal Plain League, a summer collegiate league, for seven seasons. In 2022, the Bananas announced that they were leaving the Coastal Plain League to play Banana Ball year-round. Banana Ball was born out of the idea of making baseball more fast-paced, entertaining, and fun. (Photo by Al Bello/Getty Images) (Al Bello/Getty Images)
Savannah Bananas BOSTON, MASSACHUSETTS - JULY 05: Members of the Man-Nana crew dance during a game between the Savannah Bananas and The Firefighters at Fenway Park on July 05, 2025 in Boston, Massachusetts. (Photo by Jaiden Tripi/Getty Images) (Jaiden Tripi/Getty Images)
Savannah Bananas SAVANNAH, GEORGIA - FEBRUARY 24: A photo of part of the outfield wall at Grayson Stadium on February 24, 2023 in Savannah, Georgia. The Historic Grayson Stadium is the home of the independent professional baseball team called the Savannah Bananas. The Bananas were part of the Coastal Plain League, a summer collegiate league, for seven seasons. In 2022, the Bananas announced that they were leaving the Coastal Plain League to play Banana Ball year-round. Banana Ball was born out of the idea of making baseball more fast-paced, entertaining, and fun. (Photo by Al Bello/Getty Images) (Al Bello/Getty Images)
Savannah Bananas BOSTON, MASSACHUSETTS - JULY 05: The Savannah Bananas team owner Jesse Cole makes introductions prior to a game between the Savannah Bananas and The Firefighters at Fenway Park on July 05, 2025 in Boston, Massachusetts. (Photo by Jaiden Tripi/Getty Images) (Jaiden Tripi/Getty Images)
Savannah Bananas SAVANNAH, GEORGIA - MAY 11: Bill LeRoy #1 of the Savannah Bananas sits in a yellow bean bag while catching against the Party Animals at Grayson Stadium on May 11, 2023 in Savannah, Georgia. The Historic Grayson Stadium is the home of the independent professional baseball team called the Savannah Bananas. The Bananas were part of the Coastal Plain League, a summer collegiate league, for seven seasons. In 2022, the Bananas announced that they were leaving the Coastal Plain League to play Banana Ball year-round. Banana Ball was born out of the idea of making baseball more fast-paced, entertaining, and fun. (Photo by Al Bello/Getty Images) (Al Bello/Getty Images)
Savannah Bananas CLEMSON, SOUTH CAROLINA - APRIL 26: Savannah Bananas owner Jesse Cole (R) participates in the presentation of the Banana Baby before a game against the Party Animals at Memorial Stadium on April 26, 2025 in Clemson, South Carolina. A record-breaking crowd of 80,000 reportedly attended the game, the first of ten Savannah Bananas baseball games to be broadcast this summer by ESPN, and the first of three Banana Ball games to be played in football stadiums. (Photo by Sean Rayford/Getty Images) Local Caption *** Jesse Cole (Sean Rayford/Getty Images)
Savannah Bananas CLEMSON, SOUTH CAROLINA - APRIL 26: Savannah Bananas perform a routine during a game against the Party Animals at Memorial Stadium on April 26, 2025 in Clemson, South Carolina. A record-breaking crowd of 80,000 reportedly attended the game, the first of ten Savannah Bananas baseball games to be broadcast this summer by ESPN, and the first of three Banana Ball games to be played in football stadiums. (Photo by Sean Rayford/Getty Images) (Sean Rayford/Getty Images)
Savannah Bananas BOSTON, MASSACHUSETTS - JULY 05: Members of the Savannah Bananas and The Firefighters wave to fans after their game at Fenway Park on July 05, 2025 in Boston, Massachusetts. (Photo by Jaiden Tripi/Getty Images) (Jaiden Tripi/Getty Images)
Savannah Bananas CLEMSON, SOUTH CAROLINA - APRIL 26: Savannah Bananas celebrate after a game against the Party Animals at Memorial Stadium on April 26, 2025 in Clemson, South Carolina. A record-breaking crowd of 80,000 reportedly attended the game, the first of ten Savannah Bananas baseball games to be broadcast this summer by ESPN, and the first of three Banana Ball games to be played in football stadiums. (Photo by Sean Rayford/Getty Images) (Sean Rayford/Getty Images)
Savannah Bananas NEW YORK, NEW YORK - AUGUST 12: Assistant Coach Reginald Horton #23 of the Savannah Bananas leads a pre game cheer with the players before their game against the Party Animals at Richmond County Bank Ball Park on August 12, 2023 in New York City. The Savannah Bananas were part of the Coastal Plain League, a summer collegiate league, for seven seasons. In 2022, the Bananas announced that they were leaving the Coastal Plain League to play Banana Ball year-round. Banana Ball was born out of the idea of making baseball more fast-paced, entertaining, and fun. (Photo by Al Bello/Getty Images) (Al Bello/Getty Images)
Savannah Bananas NEW YORK, NEW YORK - AUGUST 12: Malachi Mitchell of the Savannah Bananas is introduced before their game against the Party Animals at Richmond County Bank Ball Park on August 12, 2023 in New York City. The Savannah Bananas were part of the Coastal Plain League, a summer collegiate league, for seven seasons. In 2022, the Bananas announced that they were leaving the Coastal Plain League to play Banana Ball year-round. Banana Ball was born out of the idea of making baseball more fast-paced, entertaining, and fun. (Photo by Al Bello/Getty Images) (Al Bello/Getty Images)
Savannah Bananas CLEMSON, SOUTH CAROLINA - APRIL 26: Savannah Bananas player DR Meadows hugs coach Adam Viranta #16 after a game against the Party Animals at Memorial Stadium on April 26, 2025 in Clemson, South Carolina. A record-breaking crowd of 80,000 reportedly attended the game, the first of ten Savannah Bananas baseball games to be broadcast this summer by ESPN, and the first of three Banana Ball games to be played in football stadiums. (Photo by Sean Rayford/Getty Images) Local Caption *** DR Meadows; Adam Viranta (Sean Rayford/Getty Images)
Savannah Bananas NEW YORK, NEW YORK - AUGUST 12: The Savannah Bananas throw their cleats during a dance routine against the Party Animals at Richmond County Bank Ball Park on August 12, 2023 in New York City. The Savannah Bananas were part of the Coastal Plain League, a summer collegiate league, for seven seasons. In 2022, the Bananas announced that they were leaving the Coastal Plain League to play Banana Ball year-round. Banana Ball was born out of the idea of making baseball more fast-paced, entertaining, and fun. (Photo by Al Bello/Getty Images) (Al Bello/Getty Images)
