Savannah Bananas Announce Major Expansion Update Ahead of 2026: City Selection Show Set for Oct. 9….
The Savannah Bananas once again proved they know how to keep fans on the edge of their seats. Just hours before their 2025 regular season finale in Houston, Texas, the team dropped a massive update that sets the stage for what they’re calling “the biggest night in Banana Ball history.”
Looking ahead to 2026, the Bananas’ parent company, Fans First Entertainment, confirmed that Banana Ball is expanding to six teams as part of the launch of the Banana Ball Championship League (BBCL). The league currently features the Bananas, their long-time rivals the Party Animals, as well as the Firefighters and the Texas Tailgaters. Now, two brand-new expansion franchises will join the fold next season.
The official announcement of those two new teams will arrive during the Banana Ball City Selection Show ’26, set for Thursday, October 9, 2025. Team owner Jesse Cole, famous for his yellow tuxedo and vision for blending baseball with entertainment, teased the announcement earlier this month during an in-game interview. But fans now have a confirmed date and platform for the unveiling.
A Blockbuster Night for Banana Nation
On October 9, the Bananas will broadcast the City Selection Show live on their official YouTube channel, which has grown to over 2.3 million followers worldwide. The program won’t just reveal the two newest expansion teams—it will also roll out the full 2026 Banana Ball World Tour schedule, including cities, dates, and venues.
In trademark Banana fashion, the team has promised “a million surprises” during the live broadcast. If past events are any indication, fans can expect player dance routines, celebrity cameos, and unpredictable stunts woven into the show.
“October 9 will be the most important day in Banana Ball history,” Cole said in a brief statement. “This is the moment where the Banana Ball Championship League becomes real. It’s not just about adding teams—it’s about bringing the show to more fans in more places than ever before.”
What Expansion Means for Banana Ball
Banana Ball has grown from a quirky Savannah-based experiment to an entertainment phenomenon compared to the Harlem Globetrotters of baseball. By officially creating the BBCL, Fans First Entertainment is doubling down on the sport’s rapid growth.
The addition of two more franchises gives the league six official teams, opening the door for structured championship play, divisional rivalries, and more consistent fan engagement across the country. While the Bananas remain the centerpiece, the expansion ensures the format evolves beyond exhibitions into a competitive, tour-based league model.
For fans, it means more games, more cities, and more chances to experience the unpredictable world of Banana Ball firsthand.
How Fans Can Watch the Show
The Banana Ball City Selection Show ’26 will stream exclusively on the Bananas’ YouTube channel. Fans around the world can tune in for free, a move consistent with the organization’s “Fans First” philosophy of accessibility.
With millions of subscribers and viral clips regularly racking up millions of views, the Bananas have built one of the largest digital platforms in sports entertainment. This makes YouTube the perfect home for the announcement, ensuring the reveal will reach both devoted followers and curious newcomers alike.
Merch Drop: A T-Shirt That’s Going Bananas
As part of the lead-up to the October 9 event, the Bananas announced a new limited-edition T-shirt that’s already trending among fans online. The shirt, emblazoned with bold graphics celebrating the BBCL launch, is being sold at reduced prices for a limited time.
Much like their games, Bananas merchandise blends humor, bold design, and a sense of community. The shirt is expected to sell quickly, as past limited-edition drops have sold out within hours. Fans can purchase the new item through the team’s official online store.
Anticipation Builds
With the Bananas wrapping their 2025 season in Houston this weekend, attention now shifts to October 9. Between the unveiling of two new teams, the release of the 2026 tour schedule, and the inevitable circus of surprises, the City Selection Show is shaping up to be more than just a press conference—it’s an event.
As the Bananas continue to blur the lines between baseball, theater, and viral entertainment, the expansion marks the next step in a journey that has captured the imagination of sports fans worldwide.
For now, Banana Nation will have to wait just a little longer. But if history has taught us anything, Jesse Cole and company won’t just make an announcement—they’ll throw a party.
Mark your calendars: Thursday, October 9, 2025, live on YouTube. The Banana Ball Championship League is coming, and the show is only getting bigger.
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