Savannah Bananas bring ‘Banana Ball’ to the Superdome for first time The Caesars Superdome is being transformed into a baseball venue this weekend for the first time in 22 years as the Savannah Bananas, a six-team league known for its unconventional approach to the sport, make their debut in New Orleans. The team will face the Party Animals in two sold-out games on Saturday, March 14, with the first pitch at 7 p.m., and Sunday, March 15, starting at 3:30 p.m. The event, dubbed “Banana Ball,” combines entertainment with competitive baseball, featuring a dancing umpire, “dad bod” cheerleaders, a player on stilts, and a family-friendly atmosphere. The league’s rules differ significantly from traditional baseball, including a two-hour time limit, no walks, no bunting, no stepping out of the batter’s box, no mound visits, and a rule allowing fans to catch a foul ball for an out. The Savannah Bananas, which have more TikTok followers than any Major League Baseball team, launched in January 2016 with minimal ticket sales. Owner Jesse Cole and his wife, Emily, sold their home to fund the venture. Within weeks, the team sold out its inaugural event, and the tour has since consistently filled venues. Cole, known as “The Man in the Yellow Tux,” called the New Orleans stop a milestone for the organization. He highlighted the significance of performing at the Superdome, one of the world’s most iconic stadiums, noting that only a few groups have sold out the venue multiple nights. He compared the achievement to events by artists like Taylor Swift, Beyoncé, and U2, as well as WrestleManias and Super Bowls, emphasizing that a small team from Savannah now shares that distinction. Pre-game activities will take place in Champion’s Square, accessible only to ticket holders.#savannah_bananas #caesars_superdome #jessie_cole #emily_cole #party_animals
