Banana Ball World Tour opens in Sioux Falls with fan engagement

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Last updated Aug 28, 2026

Banana Ball World Tour opens in Sioux Falls with fan engagement

Summary

The Banana Ball World Tour commenced its opening night in Sioux Falls, South Dakota, on August 27. Players are showcasing their creativity with on-field antics and unique performances, including dance routines and trick plays. Eli Paton dressed as Ken from Barbie and South Trimble incorporated magic into his play. The league emphasizes fan interaction, where catching a foul ball means a batter is out. There are two additional games scheduled for August 28 and 29 in Sioux Falls.

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Key Details

•Banana Ball features unique performances like dances and magic acts.
•Players engage directly with fans during the games.
•The local venue expects three sellouts for the opening weekend.
•Next games in Sioux Falls are on August 28 and 29.

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4:27 AMYahoo Sports — Banana Ball takes over Sioux Falls

What they're saying

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SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (KELO) — It was opening night of the Banana Ball World Tour on Thursday and the league’s players are not only embracing their game’s uniqueness, they’re celebrating it. If you haven’t heard of Banana Ball, where have you been? This new take on baseball combines America’s pastime with the country’s love of […]
— Yahoo Sports

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