But they remember the Bananas, and their affiliate teams the Party Animals and Firefighters, which play what has become known as Banana Ball. Need a break? Play the USA TODAY Daily Crossword Puzzle.

Banana Ball, part baseball game, part interactive show, takes over The Diamond in Richmond both Friday and Saturday nights. 1 weather alerts 1 closings/delays. Watch Now.

In Friday's first game between the Bananas and the Texas Tailgaters, fans set a record by catching five foul balls, resulting in an out for the batter. A week later, that record was broken again.

Purists might say it’s not real baseball. Fans could respond that it’s a show more than a sport. To the players, it’s a dream come true either way. “Banana Ball” is a twist on America ...

For the older generations of fans, the behind-the-back catches and fancy throws and fancy bat work is a reminder of growing up and playing in sandlots and at parks, trying to make their own fun.

As Central Virginia braces for a heatwave expected to last through the weekend, baseball players and fans at The Diamond are preparing to beat the heat for Banana Ball.

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Another summer of Banana Ball has arrived. The Savannah Bananas will make stops in 40 cities as part of their 2025 World Tour, which features matchups against the Party Animals, Firefighters and ...

By understanding why ball pythons curl into a ball when stressed, owners can better interpret their pet’s behavior and create environments that promote security and well-being. Recognizing the ...

The Savannah Bananas' Party Animals team faced off against the Firefighters as part of the 2025 Banana Ball World Tour in Grand Rapids, on June 12th. Adam Vander Kooy/Holland Sentinel.