Banana Ball Star Gets ‘Arrested’ For ‘Bullying Bananas Fans’
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Banana Ball fans are no strangers to over-the-top antics, but a new video featuring Party Animals star Garett Delano still The Banana Ball Star Gets ‘Arrested’ For ‘Bullying Bananas Fans’ first appeared on The Blast
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Banana Ball fans are no strangers to over-the-top antics, but a new video featuring Party Animals star Garett Delano still managed to grab plenty of attention online. The fan-favorite pitcher, better known to many Banana Ball supporters as “777,” shared a clip that appeared to show him being escorted away by police officers before a game. While the footage initially sparked confusion, Banana Ball fans quickly turned the moment into a running joke, flooding the comments section with support for one of the league’s most recognizable personalities.
Garett Delano Appears To Get Escorted Away By Police In Viral Video
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The viral clip opens with Delano walking through a crowd while wearing his Party Animals uniform, complete with his iconic No. 777 jersey and black cowboy hat.
On either side of the pitcher are two uniformed police officers, who appear to be escorting him through the venue. Delano’s hands are positioned behind his back, creating the appearance that he is being taken into custody as spectators watch the scene unfold.
Adding to the joke, text over the video reads, “When you get arrested for bullying Bananas fans…” The post was set to Akon’s hit song “Locked Up.”
Although Delano did not provide any additional explanation, many viewers immediately assumed the scene was part of Banana Ball’s trademark entertainment rather than an actual arrest.
Banana Ball Fans Quickly Rallied Around ‘777’
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The comments section quickly became filled with jokes and messages of support for the Party Animals pitcher. “Why does this not surprise me…. Us other than Party Animal fans still love ya! How much is bail?” one fan wrote.
Another jokingly volunteered legal assistance, commenting, “As his lawyer, his innocent.” Others fully embraced the bit. “Free my boy! He did it, but they deserved it,” one fan joked.
A different supporter launched a mock campaign, writing, “#JusticeforDelano 777 squad to the rescue!!” Meanwhile, another fan declared, “Justice for 777!!! A man of the people.”
The Video Appears To Have Been Filmed During A Pregame Fan Event
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While the exact context behind the video was not revealed, the clip appears to have been recorded before the start of a Banana Ball game.
Prior to first pitch, Savannah Bananas and Party Animals players routinely spend time interacting with fans, signing autographs, posing for photos, and participating in various entertainment segments throughout the venue.
Because of the league’s emphasis on creating a show as much as a sporting event, many Banana Ball fans viewed the “arrest” as another staged moment designed to entertain the crowd.
Jesse Cole Says Banana Ball Is All About Creating Joy
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While moments like Delano’s viral “arrest” may seem outrageous to newcomers, they align perfectly with the vision Savannah Bananas founder Jesse Cole has for the sport.
During a previous interview with The Blast, Cole explained that Banana Ball has never been solely about what happens between the foul lines. Instead, the league is built around creating memorable experiences that leave fans smiling long after the game ends.
At its core, Cole said, Banana Ball is designed to bring joy to everyone in attendance. “If we do our job right, you will have so much excitement, so much adrenaline, and you’ll be absolutely exhausted,” he joked.
The Real Reason Banana Ball Keeps Creating Viral Moments Like Garett Delano’s ‘Arrest’
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Whether it’s players dancing on the field, interacting with fans before games, or participating in viral stunts like Delano’s latest social media moment, Cole believes every aspect of the Banana Ball experience should leave guests feeling entertained. But beyond the laughs and spectacle, Cole said his ultimate goal is much simpler. “It always comes back to joy,” he told The Blast.
For Cole, the measure of success isn’t wins and losses. It’s whether families leave the stadium with memories they’ll talk about for years and whether children walk away happier than when they arrived. Moments like Delano’s playful “arrest” are just another example of the fun-first philosophy that has helped transform the Savannah Bananas into one of the most talked-about attractions in sports.
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