Over the weekend, the Savannah Bananas once again proved that Banana Ball is about more than just wild plays and packed stadiums—it’s about heart, community, and celebrating what matters most. Playing against the Firefighters at Yankee Stadium in front of two sold-out crowds, the Bananas delivered their usual high-energy brand of baseball entertainment. But in true Banana fashion, they also paused the fun to shine a light on something much bigger than the game.
This time, the spotlight was on Keegan-Michael Key, the Emmy-winning comedian and actor best known for co-starring in the hit sketch comedy show *Key & Peele*. Key joined the Bananas on the field alongside Bananas Foster, the team’s official non-profit that works to raise awareness and support for foster families. Each Banana Ball game, Bananas Foster highlights a foster family from the local community, creating a powerful and emotional moment that reminds everyone why this initiative exists.
Bananas Foster’s mission is simple but profound: to inspire more families to get involved in foster care by celebrating the foster community, spreading joy, and creating lasting impact. At Yankee Stadium, the featured foster family was honored, cheered, and embraced by the Bananas—and then joined by Key, who had his own personal connection to the cause.
Key shared that he spent part of his childhood in the foster care system before being adopted, making the moment especially moving. To see him celebrate with the family on the field not only inspired fans in attendance but also served as a reminder of the power of love, support, and community.
Afterward, Key was interviewed about the experience, describing it as “one of the most meaningful things” he’s been a part of. While the Bananas continue chasing the Party Animals for the top spot in the standings, moments like this prove that their greatest victories come off the field.
