Photos: Banana Ball comes to Nebraska's Memorial Stadium
See photos from the Savannah Bananas' visit to Memorial Stadium on Saturday.
Savannah Bananas coach Adam Virant (16) and inspiration coach Reginald Horton (23) sign autographs and interact with fans as the Savannah Bananas face the Firefighters on Saturday, June 13, 2026, at Memorial Stadium in Lincoln. The teams play a fast-paced, fan-focused and entertainment-heavy variety of baseball known as Banana Ball.
9-year-old Maude Richardson (left) and 6-year-old Ramona Richardson (right) goof off as they wait outside the gates for the game to commence as the Savannah Bananas face the Firefighters on Saturday, June 13, 2026, at Memorial Stadium in Lincoln. The teams play a fast-paced, fan-focused and entertainment-heavy variety of baseball known as Banana Ball.
Savannah Bananas' Bill Leroy (1) kicks a soccer ball with Firefighters' Lamar Sparks (0) and pitching coach Ryan Kellogg (49) as the Savannah Bananas face the Firefighters on Saturday, June 13, 2026, at Memorial Stadium in Lincoln. The teams play a fast-paced, fan-focused and entertainment-heavy variety of baseball known as Banana Ball.
7-year-old Bruin Schaardt (left) and his brother, 5-year-old Barrett Schaardt (right) toss oversized banana balls around as they wait in line with their family outside as the Savannah Bananas face the Firefighters on Saturday, June 13, 2026, at Memorial Stadium in Lincoln. The teams play a fast-paced, fan-focused and entertainment-heavy variety of baseball known as Banana Ball.
11-year-old Nova Alvarez suits up outside the stadium as the Savannah Bananas face the Firefighters on Saturday, June 13, 2026, at Memorial Stadium in Lincoln. The teams play a fast-paced, fan-focused and entertainment-heavy variety of baseball known as Banana Ball.
Savannah Bananas' Dakota “Stilts” Albritton (14) tosses a signed ball back down to 8-year-old fan Grayson Moody as the Savannah Bananas face the Firefighters on Saturday, June 13, 2026, at Memorial Stadium in Lincoln. The teams play a fast-paced, fan-focused and entertainment-heavy variety of baseball known as Banana Ball.
Savannah Bananas coach Adam Virant signs autographs as the Savannah Bananas face the Firefighters on Saturday, June 13, 2026, at Memorial Stadium in Lincoln. The teams play a fast-paced, fan-focused and entertainment-heavy variety of baseball known as Banana Ball. Firefighters beat Savannah Bananas 3-2.
Savannah Bananas fans sit in the stands as the Savannah Bananas face the Firefighters on Saturday, June 13, 2026, at Memorial Stadium in Lincoln. The teams play a fast-paced, fan-focused and entertainment-heavy variety of baseball known as Banana Ball. Firefighters beat Savannah Bananas 3-2.
The umpire signs a fan’s arm as the Savannah Bananas face the Firefighters on Saturday, June 13, 2026, at Memorial Stadium in Lincoln. The teams play a fast-paced, fan-focused and entertainment-heavy variety of baseball known as Banana Ball. Firefighters beat Savannah Bananas 3-2.
The Firefighters dance as the Savannah Bananas face the Firefighters on Saturday, June 13, 2026, at Memorial Stadium in Lincoln. The teams play a fast-paced, fan-focused and entertainment-heavy variety of baseball known as Banana Ball. Firefighters beat Savannah Bananas 3-2.
Savannah Bananas cheerleader Mr. K hypes up the crowd as the Savannah Bananas face the Firefighters on Saturday, June 13, 2026, at Memorial Stadium in Lincoln. The teams play a fast-paced, fan-focused and entertainment-heavy variety of baseball known as Banana Ball. Firefighters beat Savannah Bananas 3-2.
Fans sit in the stands below the video board as the Savannah Bananas face the Firefighters on Saturday, June 13, 2026, at Memorial Stadium in Lincoln. The teams play a fast-paced, fan-focused and entertainment-heavy variety of baseball known as Banana Ball. Firefighters beat Savannah Bananas 3-2.
Vendors and fans alike stand for the national anthem as the Savannah Bananas face the Firefighters on Saturday, June 13, 2026, at Memorial Stadium in Lincoln. The teams play a fast-paced, fan-focused and entertainment-heavy variety of baseball known as Banana Ball. Firefighters beat Savannah Bananas 3-2.
A young fan scores a home run for the Firefighters as the Savannah Bananas face the Firefighters on Saturday, June 13, 2026, at Memorial Stadium in Lincoln. The teams play a fast-paced, fan-focused and entertainment-heavy variety of baseball known as Banana Ball. Firefighters beat Savannah Bananas 3-2.
Former Nebraska football player Eric Crouch reacts after throwing out the first pitch as the Savannah Bananas face the Firefighters on Saturday, June 13, 2026, at Memorial Stadium in Lincoln. The teams play a fast-paced, fan-focused and entertainment-heavy variety of baseball known as Banana Ball. Firefighters beat Savannah Bananas 3-2.
Fans pack Memorial Stadium as the Savannah Bananas face the Firefighters on Saturday, June 13, 2026, at Memorial Stadium in Lincoln. The teams play a fast-paced, fan-focused and entertainment-heavy variety of baseball known as Banana Ball. Firefighters beat Savannah Bananas 3-2.
Fans pack Memorial Stadium as the Savannah Bananas face the Firefighters on Saturday, June 13, 2026, at Memorial Stadium in Lincoln. The teams play a fast-paced, fan-focused and entertainment-heavy variety of baseball known as Banana Ball. Firefighters beat Savannah Bananas 3-2.
Savannah Bananas' Dakota Albritton (14) walks out with the cast as the Savannah Bananas face the Firefighters on Saturday, June 13, 2026, at Memorial Stadium in Lincoln. The teams play a fast-paced, fan-focused and entertainment-heavy variety of baseball known as Banana Ball. Firefighters beat Savannah Bananas 3-2.
A fan returns to his seat with snacks and drinks as the Savannah Bananas face the Firefighters on Saturday, June 13, 2026, at Memorial Stadium in Lincoln. The teams play a fast-paced, fan-focused and entertainment-heavy variety of baseball known as Banana Ball. Firefighters beat Savannah Bananas 3-2.
A member of the Savannah Bananas pokes his head through the inflatable gate as the Savannah Bananas face the Firefighters on Saturday, June 13, 2026, at Memorial Stadium in Lincoln. The teams play a fast-paced, fan-focused and entertainment-heavy variety of baseball known as Banana Ball. Firefighters beat Savannah Bananas 3-2.
Firefighters' Dalton Cornett (3) plays with the the team bat dog, Chief, as the Savannah Bananas face the Firefighters on Saturday, June 13, 2026, at Memorial Stadium in Lincoln. The teams play a fast-paced, fan-focused and entertainment-heavy variety of baseball known as Banana Ball. Firefighters beat Savannah Bananas 3-2.
Former Nebraska running back Emmett Johnson sports an “E$” chain as he poses with fans for photos after the Savannah Bananas faced the Firefighters on Saturday, June 13, 2026, at Memorial Stadium in Lincoln. The teams play a fast-paced, fan-focused and entertainment-heavy variety of baseball known as Banana Ball. Firefighters beat Savannah Bananas 3-2.
Firefighters' Logan Lacey (11) fields the ball as the Savannah Bananas face the Firefighters on Saturday, June 13, 2026, at Memorial Stadium in Lincoln. The teams play a fast-paced, fan-focused and entertainment-heavy variety of baseball known as Banana Ball. Firefighters beat Savannah Bananas 3-2.
Savannah Bananas' Robert Anthony Cruz (15) dives for a catch as the Savannah Bananas face the Firefighters on Saturday, June 13, 2026, at Memorial Stadium in Lincoln. The teams play a fast-paced, fan-focused and entertainment-heavy variety of baseball known as Banana Ball. Firefighters beat Savannah Bananas 3-2.
Savannah Bananas owner and Banana Ball creator Jesse Cole shouts-out the fans at the conclusion of the game as the Savannah Bananas face the Firefighters on Saturday, June 13, 2026, at Memorial Stadium in Lincoln. The teams play a fast-paced, fan-focused and entertainment-heavy variety of baseball known as Banana Ball. Firefighters beat Savannah Bananas 3-2.
Savannah Bananas' Austin Drury (11) pitches as the Savannah Bananas face the Firefighters on Saturday, June 13, 2026, at Memorial Stadium in Lincoln. The teams play a fast-paced, fan-focused and entertainment-heavy variety of baseball known as Banana Ball. Firefighters beat Savannah Bananas 3-2.
A packed stadium is seen through silhouettes of fans on the concourse as the Savannah Bananas face the Firefighters on Saturday, June 13, 2026, at Memorial Stadium in Lincoln. The teams play a fast-paced, fan-focused and entertainment-heavy variety of baseball known as Banana Ball. Firefighters beat Savannah Bananas 3-2.
Former Nebraska football coach Tom Osborne is driven onto the field by Savannah Bananas coach Adam Virant to greet the team as the Savannah Bananas face the Firefighters on Saturday, June 13, 2026, at Memorial Stadium in Lincoln. The teams play a fast-paced, fan-focused and entertainment-heavy variety of baseball known as Banana Ball. Firefighters beat Savannah Bananas 3-2.
Savannah Bananas owner and Banana Ball creator Jesse Cole shouts-out the fans at the conclusion of the game as the Savannah Bananas face the Firefighters on Saturday, June 13, 2026, at Memorial Stadium in Lincoln. The teams play a fast-paced, fan-focused and entertainment-heavy variety of baseball known as Banana Ball. Firefighters beat Savannah Bananas 3-2.
Firefighters' Eric Jones (4) stomps into home plate after his home run to walk-off a win against the Savannah Bananas on Saturday, June 13, 2026, at Memorial Stadium in Lincoln. The teams play a fast-paced, fan-focused and entertainment-heavy variety of baseball known as Banana Ball. Firefighters beat Savannah Bananas 3-2.
The Firefighters celebrate a walk-off home run by their Eric Jones (4) against the Savannah Bananas on Saturday, June 13, 2026, at Memorial Stadium in Lincoln. The teams play a fast-paced, fan-focused and entertainment-heavy variety of baseball known as Banana Ball. Firefighters beat Savannah Bananas 3-2.
Savannah Bananas' Ty Jackson (7) celebrates on his way into home after his home run as the Savannah Bananas face the Firefighters on Saturday, June 13, 2026, at Memorial Stadium in Lincoln. The teams play a fast-paced, fan-focused and entertainment-heavy variety of baseball known as Banana Ball. Firefighters beat Savannah Bananas 3-2.
Savannah Bananas fan Maggie Sheehy waves her hands in the air as the Savannah Bananas face the Firefighters on Saturday, June 13, 2026, at Memorial Stadium in Lincoln. The teams play a fast-paced, fan-focused and entertainment-heavy variety of baseball known as Banana Ball. Firefighters beat Savannah Bananas 3-2.
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