A Home Run for Love: Savannah Bananas Star Dakota ‘Stilts’ Gets Down on One Knee to Propose to His Girlfriend few minutes ago… more details
A Home Run for Love: Savannah Bananas Star Dakota ‘Stilts’ Gets Down on One Knee to Propose to His Girlfriend
Fans at the ballpark expected to see dancing players, acrobatic catches, and plenty of the unexpected when the Savannah Bananas took the field today. But what unfolded only minutes ago went beyond entertainment—it was a heartfelt moment that blurred the lines between baseball, showmanship, and real-life romance. Dakota Albritton, affectionately known to fans as “Stilts” because of his towering frame and trademark high-energy antics, delivered the biggest surprise of the evening when he proposed to his longtime girlfriend in front of a roaring crowd.
The Bananas, famous for transforming baseball into a circus of joy, have always prided themselves on creating unforgettable memories. Tonight, however, the spectacle took on an entirely different flavor. Just after the third inning, when fans thought they were being treated to another classic Bananas dance routine, the spotlight shifted toward Dakota. Wearing his bright yellow uniform and his ever-present grin, the outfielder suddenly turned serious. A microphone was handed to him, and the crowd hushed as he gestured toward the stands.
Walking slowly toward the dugout, Dakota called his girlfriend onto the field. She appeared stunned, covering her mouth with her hands as thousands of fans began to cheer louder and louder. Once she stepped onto the diamond, Dakota reached into his pocket, dropped to one knee, and presented a ring. The stadium erupted with applause, chants of “Say yes! Say yes!” echoing throughout. With tears streaming down her face, she nodded and embraced him, confirming what everyone in attendance hoped for—a resounding “yes.”
For a team built on the philosophy of spreading joy, this moment fit perfectly into the Bananas’ playbook. Yet even by their high standards of entertainment, the proposal stood out as something rare and genuine. Instead of choreographed dances or baseball trick plays, it was a candid display of love in the midst of a high-energy show. The proposal instantly became a viral moment, with fans capturing the scene on their phones and flooding social media with clips. Within minutes, hashtags like #BananaProposal and #StiltsSaidYes began trending.
Dakota, who has become one of the team’s most beloved figures thanks to his towering height, playful personality, and constant connection with fans, later addressed the crowd. Fighting back emotion, he said, “This team is about family, about joy, and about sharing moments you never forget. Tonight is the biggest one of my life, and I wanted to share it with all of you because you’re part of our family too.” His words drew another standing ovation, and the public-address announcer cheekily declared, “And that, ladies and gentlemen, is the biggest home run of the night.”
The Bananas organization leaned into the celebration, blasting love songs over the speakers and turning the normally raucous between-inning entertainment into a romantic tribute. Teammates rushed onto the field to congratulate the couple, some playfully lifting Dakota onto their shoulders while others tossed confetti into the air. True to Bananas tradition, the joy was infectious, and the entire ballpark seemed swept up in the couple’s happiness.
For Dakota’s girlfriend, who has supported his unconventional baseball journey, the moment was equal parts surprising and fitting. She has often been spotted cheering from the stands, laughing at his larger-than-life antics, and sharing in the family-like community that the Bananas have built. Sources close to the couple say Dakota had been planning the proposal for weeks, carefully coordinating with team officials to ensure the timing was perfect. He wanted the proposal to embody the same fun-loving spirit that defines his career, while also capturing the sincerity of his love.
Fans who witnessed the moment described it as unlike anything they’d ever seen at a sporting event. “We come here expecting to laugh and dance, but this was pure magic,” one fan shared. “It was like being invited into someone’s personal love story.” Another attendee remarked, “You could feel the entire stadium holding its breath before she answered. And when she said yes, the place exploded. It was beautiful.”
The Savannah Bananas, already no strangers to headlines thanks to their Netflix documentary, ESPN features, and Guinness World Records, now have yet another unforgettable chapter to add to their storybook history. Tonight wasn’t about breaking records or wowing the crowd with circus-style baseball—it was about a player showing the same authenticity off the field as he does on it.
The proposal also underscores what makes the Bananas unique in the world of sports. While other teams focus solely on competition, the Bananas put entertainment and connection at the center of everything they do. Dakota’s choice to propose on the diamond reflected that ethos, turning a personal milestone into a shared community celebration.
As the night ended, fans left the ballpark buzzing, not just about the game but about the love story they had witnessed. For many, it was a reminder of why they fell in love with the Bananas in the first place—the team’s ability to deliver moments that stick long after the final pitch. For Dakota “Stilts,” it was more than a performance; it was the beginning of a new chapter in his life.
The Bananas summed it up best in a social media post just minutes after the proposal: “Tonight, love took center field. Congratulations to Dakota and his fiancée—you knocked it out of the park.”
In a game full of surprises, this was the sweetest one of all.
