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Banana Ball League Expands to Six Teams by 2026

10/10/2025

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Bananas Expand League

The Savannah Bananas will expand their Banana Ball Championship League to six teams in 2026, adding the Loco Beach Coconuts and the Indianapolis Clowns.
Each team will play a 60-game schedule, culminating in the Banana Bowl Championship in October 2026.
The league aims to attract 3.2 million fans across 75 stadiums in 45 states, including Kyle Field and Neyland Stadium.
Ticket sales will close October 31 via lottery.

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Bananas Tour Nebraska

The Savannah Bananas will perform in Lincoln, Nebraska, on June 13, 2026, as part of their Banana Ball World Tour, with an additional show at Haymarket Park on June 11.
Ticket sales will run via a lottery, opening on October 9, 2025, and closing on October 31, 2025, with ticket prices starting at $40.
Nebraska Athletic Director Troy Dannen emphasized the event's significance for the community.

History

Historical Context

The establishment of the Negro National League in 1920 marked a pivotal moment in baseball, promoting racial inclusivity. The Savannah Bananas' expansion to six teams in 2026, including the Indianapolis Clowns, reflects this legacy by aiming to attract 3.2 million fans across 75 stadiums, fostering community engagement and entertainment in American baseball's ongoing evolution.

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Bananas Expand League

The Savannah Bananas will expand their Banana Ball Championship League to six teams in 2026, adding the Loco Beach Coconuts and the Indianapolis Clowns.
Each team will play a 60-game schedule, culminating in the Banana Bowl Championship in October 2026.
The league aims to attract 3.2 million fans across 75 stadiums in 45 states, including Kyle Field and Neyland Stadium.
Ticket sales will close October 31 via lottery.

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