Fourth of July weekend will see the Savannah Bananas baseball team engaging in an exciting match, organized by Roku.
The Savannah Bananas, a minor league baseball team known for their revolutionary approach to the sport, are set to make their national television debut on The CW on Sunday, July 27. The game, which will take place at Fenway Park, home of the Boston Red Sox, will also be streamed on The Roku Channel.
Founded by Jesse Cole after the city of Savannah lost its longtime minor league baseball team, the Bananas have transformed the game with their fast-paced and entertaining style called "Banana Ball." This unique version of baseball incorporates humor, gymnastics, lip-syncs, and snappy dance choreography, making it a hit with fans of all ages.
The Bananas have gained a massive following, particularly on social media platforms like TikTok, where they have amassed around 10 million followers. Their popularity caught the attention of The CW network, which picked up the rights to broadcast a Savannah Bananas game. This broadcast deal is part of The CW's recent strategy to increase live sports coverage, which includes NASCAR, WWE, college football, and other events.
The team has successfully sold out games at 18 major league ballparks and multiple large football stadiums this year. Their innovative approach to baseball has led to a new generation of fans, appealing to a broad audience beyond traditional baseball fans.
The Savannah Bananas' games are limited to two hours maximum, ensuring a fast-paced and exciting experience for spectators. Last season, the team drew a million fans in total.
Jesse Cole, the owner of the Savannah Bananas, is excited about the national broadcast, stating, "We're thrilled to share our unique brand of baseball with a wider audience. We hope to inspire others to think outside the box and redefine what's possible in sports entertainment."
Viewers can watch the game on The Roku Channel on their Roku TV and streaming devices, as well as online, on iOS and Android devices, and on various smart TVs. For those who wish to record the game, it is recommended to set their DVR to record the CW on July 27.
The game against the Firefighters, a team they previously played at Anaheim Stadium, will start at 12:30 p.m. local time and 3:30 p.m. Eastern Time. The Savannah Bananas went on their first "World Tour" this year, playing in various cities across America.
The CW broadcast of the Savannah Bananas game will be free, providing an opportunity for sports enthusiasts and those interested in a fresh take on baseball to tune in and experience the Bananas' unique brand of entertainment.
- Jesse Cole, the founder of the Savannah Bananas, a minor league baseball team based in California, expressed enthusiasm for their national television debut on The CW.
- The game, featuring the Savannah Bananas and an unspecified opponent, will be telecast on The CW on July 27 and streamed on The Roku Channel.
- With their innovative approach to sports entertainment, the Bananas have attracted a large following, not only in Savannah but also on social media platforms like TikTok, amassing around 10 million followers.
- The Bananas' unique style, called "Banana Ball," combines humor, gymnastics, lip-syncs, and snappy dance choreography, making it appealing to a broad audience, including sports enthusiasts and casual fans.
- The team's games are limited to two hours, ensuring a fast-paced and exciting experience for spectators, and last season, they drew a million fans in total.
- Viewers can watch the game on The Roku Channel, as well as online, on iOS and Android devices, and on various smart TVs, making it accessible to a wide audience across different platforms.
