Savannah Bananas honor foster families at Banana Ball games
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 5, 2026, 11:00 PM
Last updated Jul 5, 2026
The Savannah Bananas, an exhibition baseball team known for their entertaining style, celebrate foster families through their nonprofit 'Bananas Foster.' Each game recognizes a foster family, often with a standing ovation from the crowd. The team's owners, Jesse and Emily Cole, are licensed foster parents themselves and aim to raise awareness about the need for support in foster care. Their approach includes performances and family-oriented activities designed to unite multiple generations. The Bananas' games have drawn large crowds, selling out major league venues.
- •Savannah Bananas focus on family-friendly entertainment in Banana Ball.
- •Bananas Foster nonprofit honors foster families at games.
- •Emily and Jesse Cole share their personal foster care experiences.
- •Games feature performances and activities for all ages.
- •Banana Ball has sold out major MLB stadiums, including Fenway Park.
- 11:00 PMYahoo Sports — How the Savannah Bananas celebrate foster families
"The exhibition baseball league Banana Ball focuses on entertaining people of all ages – including "Bananas Foster," a nonprofit that honors foster families.
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