Indianapolis Clowns defeat Texas Tailgaters in first Banana Ball game in Spartanburg
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 7, 2026, 3:15 AM
Last updated Aug 7, 2026
The Indianapolis Clowns triumphed over the Texas Tailgaters 4-3 in Game 1 of the Banana Ball series at Fifth Third Park in Spartanburg, South Carolina, on August 6. Founded by former Wofford pitcher Jesse Cole, Banana Ball features unique rules aimed at enhancing entertainment. The game drew a packed crowd, showcasing singalongs and fan interactions, including pies to the face for selected audience members. Games 2 and 3 of the best-of-three series will continue at 7 p.m. on August 7 and 8.
- •Clowns win Game 1 4-3 against Tailgaters
- •Banana Ball's debut in Spartanburg
- •Game includes fan singalongs and trick plays
- •Series continues with Games 2 and 3 on August 7 and 8
- •Jesse Cole aimed to make baseball more fun
- 3:15 AMYahoo Sports — What first Banana Ball game in Spartanburg was like, led by ex-Wofford pitcher Jesse Cole
"Get a glimpse of what it was like for Banana Ball baseball to make its Spartanburg, South Carolina, debut.
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