The Savannah Bananas arrived in Cincinnati this weekend to packed crowds for the first of three games against the Indianapolis Clowns at Great American Ball Park. The Bananas’ ‘Banana Ball’ style of play features choreographed dances on the field, trick plays, and the game decided not by runs, but by points.
Celebrity Guest Appearance
Cincinnati Bengals wide receiver Tee Higgins made a special appearance, pinch-running for the Bananas. The event was part of a fun-filled weekend, with more games scheduled for Saturday and Sunday.
Families and fans gathered to watch the games, with some waiting in line for an hour to meet the players. The Bananas’ unique style of play has gained a nationwide following, with many parents saying it helps develop their children’s love of baseball.
The games were part of a larger event at the ballpark, which included World Cup watch parties on big screens. The Bananas and Clowns will continue to play throughout the weekend, with the final game on Sunday.
Original reporting: WLWT Cincinnati — read the source article.