The Savannah Bananas are making their exciting leap into the world of television!
This viral sensation, known for their unique and entertaining approach to baseball, is set to showcase their innovative game format, Banana Ball, live on The CW later this summer. This momentous occasion represents their very first appearance on broadcast television, much to the delight of fans and sports enthusiasts alike.
“Banana Ball on The CW is a no-brainer,” exclaimed Jesse Cole, the visionary founder and CEO of the Savannah Bananas, in an enthusiastic statement. “Having observed the network’s recent dedication to broadcasting sports, we were confident that this partnership would be a fantastic fit. With the fast-paced and exhilarating nature of Banana Ball, we eagerly anticipate introducing a whole new fan base to the excitement of our games in the coming years.”
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“The Savannah Bananas have revolutionized the sports entertainment landscape with their dynamic fusion of baseball and captivating performances that resonate with audiences of all ages,” stated Mike Perman, Senior Vice President of CW Sports. “We are elated to collaborate with them for their historic television debut, and we can’t wait to share every thrilling moment from what promises to be a vibrant atmosphere in Philadelphia.”
The highly anticipated Savannah Bananas’ Banana Ball game will take place at Philadelphia’s Citizens Bank Park, where they will perform in front of a sold-out audience exceeding 40,000 enthusiastic fans. This exhilarating event is scheduled to air live on Sunday, July 27th, at 3 PM ET/PT on The CW, promising viewers an unforgettable experience filled with entertainment and sportsmanship.
This landmark event adds to the expanding lineup of sports programming on The CW, which has recently included the NASCAR Xfinity series, WWE NXT, AVP beach volleyball this summer, and even exciting Pac-12 football games set for this fall.
