The Firefighters are bringing Banana Ball to the Diamond in Richmond

RICHMOND, Va. (WRIC) — The Firefighters are bringing the heat to Richmond next June with a weekend of Banana Ball at the Diamond.

On Thursday, Oct. 3, the Richmond Flying Squirrels announced on Facebook that they are welcoming the Savannah-based Firefighters to the Diamond on June 20 and 21, 2025.

This visit is part of the 2025 Banana Ball World Tour, which includes the Firefighters, the Party Animals, the Tailgaters and, of course, the Savannah Bananas.

Banana Ball is a version of baseball that’s all about entertainment. There’s props, dancing and a whole list of modified rules . One such rule is that, should a fan catch a foul ball, it counts as an out.

“With its fast-paced rules and emphasis on continuous play, Banana Ball strips away the often criticized lulls and lengthy pauses typical of traditional baseball, delivering a high-octane and entertainment-packed game that keeps both players and fans on their toes,” the Savannah Bananas said on their website about Banana Ball .

If you’re interested in snagging tickets for these games, you’ll have to enter The Firefighters’ ticket lottery for a chance to win “the hottest tickets in town.” Winning fans will be selected about two months before each scheduled game. The lottery closes on Nov. 1.

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