Savannah Bananas ‘Banana Ball' to air on Lowcountry CW this summer
The wildly popular Savannah Bananas will make their network television debut this summer.
The CW Network announced this week that the Savannah Bananas will bring their unique brand of 'Banana Ball' to Philadelphia's Citizens Bank Field in front of a sold-out crowd on Sunday, July 17. The game will air live on The CW, including The Lowcountry CW, on the same day.
It comes as the team has gained worldwide attention for its one-of-a-kind brand, which includes the fastest and most entertaining game of baseball.
'The Savannah Bananas have taken the sports world by storm through their high-energy blend of baseball and entertainment that connects with viewers of all ages,' said Mike Perman, Senior Vice President, CW Sports. 'We are thrilled to partner with them for their broadcast television debut, and we cannot wait to bring our audience every unpredictable play in front of what promises to be an electric atmosphere in Philadelphia.'
The team is known for their choreographed dances, epic scoring celebrations, flaming bats, and an array of other antics. And the team has sold out every game at their home field in Savannah, Georgia, since their inaugural season in 2016.
Savannah Bananas played before a massive crowd at Clemson University's Memorial Stadium, also known as Death Valley, back in April.
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