Savannah Bananas Ink Biggest Partnership with ESPN and Disney

Deal includes Banana Ball games at Disneyland and Angel Stadium, plus expanded coverage on ESPN networks and Disney+.

Published on Feb. 25, 2026

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The popular Savannah Bananas baseball team has signed a landmark 25-game broadcast deal with ESPN, ABC, and Disney+. The agreement includes a "Banana Ball Day" at Disneyland, a game at Angel Stadium, and the first-ever Bananas broadcast on ABC. The partnership more than doubles the team's previous media coverage and reflects the growing popularity of their unique baseball entertainment.

Why it matters

The Savannah Bananas have built a massive following through their entertaining brand of baseball, and this new media deal with ESPN and Disney will significantly expand their reach and exposure. It highlights the growing demand for unique sports and entertainment experiences that blend athleticism with showmanship.

The details

The 25-game package in 2026 will see every Bananas game stream on the ESPN app and Disney+, with select games airing across ESPN networks and ABC. Highlights include a "Banana Ball Day" at Disneyland, a game at Angel Stadium, and the first-ever Bananas broadcast on ABC in front of 54,000 fans at Autzen Stadium in Oregon. The Bananas played in 40 cities in 2025, including NFL and MLB stadiums, and sold out 65,000 seats at the Tampa Bay Buccaneers' stadium.

  • The first-ever Bananas broadcast on ABC will take place on June 27-28.
  • The "Banana Ball Day" at Disneyland is scheduled for March 26.
  • The Bananas will play at the ESPN Wide World of Sports Complex on May 29.

The players

Savannah Bananas

A popular baseball team known for their entertaining brand of baseball that includes choreographed dances, trick plays, and fan interaction.

ESPN

A major American sports media company that will broadcast select Bananas games across its networks.

Disney+

The streaming service that will air all Bananas games as part of the new media deal.

Brent Colborne

Vice President of ESPN Programming Content & Strategy, who commented on the expanded agreement with the Bananas.

Jesse Cole

Owner of the Savannah Bananas, who expressed excitement about the new partnership with ESPN and Disney.

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What they’re saying

“This expanded agreement reflects the incredible growth and fan demand surrounding Banana Ball. From iconic football stadiums to classic ballparks, these events showcase the energy and creativity fans love, delivered with the full reach and flexibility of ESPN, Disney+, and ABC.”

— Brent Colborne, Vice President of ESPN Programming Content & Strategy (ESPN)

“We are fired up to be teaming up with ESPN with our biggest partnership to date. Banana Ball has grown massively on the platform over the past few years. Now, as we launch the Banana Ball Championship League with six teams and sold out shows all over the country, we couldn't imagine a better partnership to grow the game.”

— Jesse Cole, Owner of the Savannah Bananas (Savannah Bananas)

What’s next

The Savannah Bananas will play the first-ever Bananas broadcast on ABC on June 27-28 in front of 54,000 fans at Autzen Stadium in Eugene, Oregon.

The takeaway

The Savannah Bananas' new media deal with ESPN and Disney+ highlights the growing demand for unique, entertaining sports experiences that blend athleticism with showmanship. This partnership will significantly expand the team's reach and exposure, cementing their status as a must-see baseball attraction.