Clydesdales add horsepower to Savannah Bananas matchup
Clydesdales add horsepower to Savannah Bananas matchup
Richard Burkhart, Savannah Morning NewsMon, July 20, 2026 at 9:08 AM UTC
You never know what you'll see at a Savannah Bananas game, but a team of Clydesdales certainly made this one memorable.
The Bananas welcomed the Indianapolis Clowns to historic Grayson Stadium for another night of over-the-top entertainment, trick plays and crowd-pleasing moments. Adding to the spectacle were the iconic Clydesdales, whose towering presence turned heads and drew plenty of attention from fans.
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Take a look at photos from a night when horsepower, humor and Banana Ball all shared the spotlight in Savannah.
Savannah bananas pitcher Allan Saathoff takes off his beads for a fan as the Budweiser Clydesdales parade by on Thursday, June 4, 2026, at Historic Grayson Stadium. (Richard Burkhart/Savannah Morning News)Handlers harness one of the Budweiser Clydesdales on Thursday, June 4, 2026, at Historic Grayson Stadium. (Richard Burkhart/Savannah Morning News)Plastic roses decorate the ribbon braided mane of a Budweiser Clydesdale on Thursday, June 4, 2026, at Historic Grayson Stadium. (Richard Burkhart/Savannah Morning News)A Clydesdale is prepared to be hitched for a parade around Daffin Park on Thursday, June 4, 2026, at Historic Grayson Stadium. (Richard Burkhart/Savannah Morning News)The Anheuser-Busch logo adorns the harnesses of the Budweiser Clydesdales on Thursday, June 4, 2026, at Historic Grayson Stadium. (Richard Burkhart/Savannah Morning News)A Budweiser Clydesdale shows their teeth as they are being hitched on Thursday, June 4, 2026, at Historic Grayson Stadium. (Richard Burkhart/Savannah Morning News)Savannah Bananas fans watch the Budweiser Clydesdales as they are hitched on Thursday, June 4, 2026, at Historic Grayson Stadium. (Richard Burkhart/Savannah Morning News)Savannah Bananas fans step out of line to watch as the Budweiser Clydesdales are hitched to the wagon on Thursday, June 4, 2026, at Historic Grayson Stadium. (Richard Burkhart/Savannah Morning News)Fans line the streets as the Savannah Bananas parade to Historic Grayson Stadium on Thursday, June 4, 2026. (Richard Burkhart/Savannah Morning News)The Budweiser Clydesdales parade past Historic Grayson Stadium on Thursday, June 4, 2026, before the Savannah Bananas home game against the Indianapolis Clowns. (Richard Burkhart/Savannah Morning News)The Budweiser Clydesdales return to their trailer outside of Historic Grayson Stadium on Thursday, June 4, 2026, before the Savannah Bananas home game against the Indianapolis Clowns. (Richard Burkhart/Savannah Morning News)Dust is kicked up off the dirt road as the Budweiser Clydesdales trot along on Thursday, June 4, 2026, at Historic Grayson Stadium. (Richard Burkhart/Savannah Morning News)The Budweiser Dalmatian looks around during a ride with the Clydesdales on Thursday, June 4, 2026, at Historic Grayson Stadium. (Richard Burkhart/Savannah Morning News)The Budweiser Dalmatian relaxes next to the driver on Thursday, June 4, 2026, at Historic Grayson Stadium. (Richard Burkhart/Savannah Morning News)The Banana Nanas pose for a photo with a fan on Thursday, June 4, 2026, at Historic Grayson Stadium. (Richard Burkhart/Savannah Morning News)Savannah Bananas owner Jesse Cole signs an autograph on Thursday, June 4, 2026, at Historic Grayson Stadium. (Richard Burkhart/Savannah Morning News)Fans are loaded down as they enter Historic Grayson Stadium on Thursday, June 4, 2026, as the Savannah Bananas take on the Indianapolis Clowns. (Richard Burkhart/Savannah Morning News)Savannah Bananas pitcher Connor Harris interacts with a young fan on Thursday, June 4, 2026, at Historic Grayson Stadium. (Richard Burkhart/Savannah Morning News)Savannah Bananas pitcher Kyle Luigs signs autographs for fans on Thursday, June 4, 2026, at Historic Grayson Stadium. (Richard Burkhart/Savannah Morning News)Savannah Bananas host The young Professor is introduced on Thursday, June 4, 2026, at Historic Grayson Stadium. (Richard Burkhart/Savannah Morning News)Dancing first base coach Maceo Harrison dances before the start of the Savannah Bananas home game against the Indianapolis Clowns on Thursday, June 4, 2026, at Historic Grayson Stadium. (Richard Burkhart/Savannah Morning News)Alex "Ziggy" Ziegler spins to make a behind the back catch on Thursday, June 4, 2026, before the Savannah Bananas home game against the Indianapolis Clowns at Historic Grayson Stadium. (Richard Burkhart/Savannah Morning News)Catcher Bill LeRoy prepares to throw a banana during a game of "Banana in the Pants" before the start of the Savannah Bananas home game against the Indianapolis clowns on Thursday, June 4, 2026, at Historic Grayson Stadium. (Richard Burkhart/Savannah Morning News)Savannah Banana players warmup in front of the outfield wall covered in signatures from fans on Thursday, June 4, 2026, at (Richard Burkhart/Savannah Morning News)A pair of young fans watch as the Savannah Bananas warmup before their game against the Indianapolis clowns on Thursday, June 4, 2026, at Historic Grayson Stadium. (Richard Burkhart/Savannah Morning News)Savannah Bananas pitcher Jacob Bazala tosses a football with young fans on Thursday, June 4, 2026, at Historic Grayson Stadium. (Richard Burkhart/Savannah Morning News)The Man Nanas perform before the start of the Savannah Bananas game against the Indianapolis Clowns on Thursday, June 4, 2026, at Historic Grayson Stadium. (Richard Burkhart/Savannah Morning News)Savannah Bananas mascot Split celebrates as a young fan declares the banana good during the "first peel" on Thursday, June 4, 2026, at Historic Grayson Stadium. (Richard Burkhart/Savannah Morning News)One of the newest Banana Ball teams, the Indianapolis Clowns run onto the field for introductions on Thursday, June 4, 2026, at Historic Grayson Stadium. (Richard Burkhart/Savannah Morning News)The Indianapolis Clowns dance before the start of their game against the Savannah Bananas on Thursday, June 4, 2026, at Historic Grayson Stadium. (Richard Burkhart/Savannah Morning News)The Indianapolis Clowns show off their juggling skills before the start of their game against the Savannah Bananas on Thursday, June 4, 2026, at Historic Grayson Stadium. (Richard Burkhart/Savannah Morning News)The Indianapolis Clown new mascot Peanuts dances with the team before the start of their game against the Savannah Bananas on Thursday, June 4, 2026, at Historic Grayson Stadium. (Richard Burkhart/Savannah Morning News)Former Major Leaguer, Jackie Bradley, Jr. (19) dances with the Indianapolis Clowns on Thursday, June 4, 2026, at Historic Grayson Stadium. (Richard Burkhart/Savannah Morning News)Savannah Bananas flip head over heels as they take the field for introductions on Thursday, June 4, 2026, at Historic Grayson Stadium. (Richard Burkhart/Savannah Morning News)Dakota "Stilts" Albritton leans against the top of the dugout on Thursday, June 4, 2026, at Historic Grayson Stadium. (Richard Burkhart/Savannah Morning News)Jackson Olson shows off a trick play during pregame introductions on Thursday, June 4, 2026, at Historic Grayson Stadium. (Richard Burkhart/Savannah Morning News)Derek Klena sings as the Savannah Bananas dance before the start of their game against the Indianapolis Clowns on Thursday, June 4, 2026, at Historic Grayson Stadium. (Richard Burkhart/Savannah Morning News)The Savannah Bananas dance before the start of their game against the Indianapolis Clowns on Thursday, June 4, 2026, at Historic Grayson Stadium. (Richard Burkhart/Savannah Morning News)The Savannah Bananas players and cast surround the "Banana Baby" of the night on Thursday, June 4, 2026, at Historic Grayson Stadium. (Richard Burkhart/Savannah Morning News)The "Banana Baby" is held high as the Savannah Bananas wiggle spirit fingers on Thursday, June 4, 2026, at Historic Grayson Stadium. (Richard Burkhart/Savannah Morning News)1 / 41
Photos of the Month: Bananas, Clydesdales, and wading in the water
Savannah bananas pitcher Allan Saathoff takes off his beads for a fan as the Budweiser Clydesdales parade by on Thursday, June 4, 2026, at Historic Grayson Stadium. (Richard Burkhart/Savannah Morning News)
Clydesdales steal the show with Bananas, Clowns in Savannah
Handlers harness one of the Budweiser Clydesdales on Thursday, June 4, 2026, at Historic Grayson Stadium. (Richard Burkhart/Savannah Morning News)
Clydesdales steal the show with Bananas, Clowns in Savannah
Plastic roses decorate the ribbon braided mane of a Budweiser Clydesdale on Thursday, June 4, 2026, at Historic Grayson Stadium. (Richard Burkhart/Savannah Morning News)
Clydesdales steal the show with Bananas, Clowns in Savannah
A Clydesdale is prepared to be hitched for a parade around Daffin Park on Thursday, June 4, 2026, at Historic Grayson Stadium. (Richard Burkhart/Savannah Morning News)
Clydesdales steal the show with Bananas, Clowns in Savannah
The Anheuser-Busch logo adorns the harnesses of the Budweiser Clydesdales on Thursday, June 4, 2026, at Historic Grayson Stadium. (Richard Burkhart/Savannah Morning News)
Photos of the Month: Bananas, Clydesdales, and wading in the water
A Budweiser Clydesdale shows their teeth as they are being hitched on Thursday, June 4, 2026, at Historic Grayson Stadium. (Richard Burkhart/Savannah Morning News)
Clydesdales steal the show with Bananas, Clowns in Savannah
Savannah Bananas fans watch the Budweiser Clydesdales as they are hitched on Thursday, June 4, 2026, at Historic Grayson Stadium. (Richard Burkhart/Savannah Morning News)
Clydesdales steal the show with Bananas, Clowns in Savannah
Savannah Bananas fans step out of line to watch as the Budweiser Clydesdales are hitched to the wagon on Thursday, June 4, 2026, at Historic Grayson Stadium. (Richard Burkhart/Savannah Morning News)
Clydesdales steal the show with Bananas, Clowns in Savannah
Fans line the streets as the Savannah Bananas parade to Historic Grayson Stadium on Thursday, June 4, 2026. (Richard Burkhart/Savannah Morning News)
Photos of the Month: Bananas, Clydesdales, and wading in the water
The Budweiser Clydesdales parade past Historic Grayson Stadium on Thursday, June 4, 2026, before the Savannah Bananas home game against the Indianapolis Clowns. (Richard Burkhart/Savannah Morning News)
Clydesdales steal the show with Bananas, Clowns in Savannah
The Budweiser Clydesdales parade past Historic Grayson Stadium on Thursday, June 4, 2026, before the Savannah Bananas home game against the Indianapolis Clowns. (Richard Burkhart/Savannah Morning News)
Clydesdales steal the show with Bananas, Clowns in Savannah
The Budweiser Clydesdales return to their trailer outside of Historic Grayson Stadium on Thursday, June 4, 2026, before the Savannah Bananas home game against the Indianapolis Clowns. (Richard Burkhart/Savannah Morning News)
Clydesdales steal the show with Bananas, Clowns in Savannah
Dust is kicked up off the dirt road as the Budweiser Clydesdales trot along on Thursday, June 4, 2026, at Historic Grayson Stadium. (Richard Burkhart/Savannah Morning News)
Clydesdales steal the show with Bananas, Clowns in Savannah
The Budweiser Dalmatian looks around during a ride with the Clydesdales on Thursday, June 4, 2026, at Historic Grayson Stadium. (Richard Burkhart/Savannah Morning News)
Clydesdales steal the show with Bananas, Clowns in Savannah
The Budweiser Dalmatian relaxes next to the driver on Thursday, June 4, 2026, at Historic Grayson Stadium. (Richard Burkhart/Savannah Morning News)
Clydesdales steal the show with Bananas, Clowns in Savannah
The Banana Nanas pose for a photo with a fan on Thursday, June 4, 2026, at Historic Grayson Stadium. (Richard Burkhart/Savannah Morning News)
Clydesdales steal the show with Bananas, Clowns in Savannah
Savannah Bananas owner Jesse Cole signs an autograph on Thursday, June 4, 2026, at Historic Grayson Stadium. (Richard Burkhart/Savannah Morning News)
Clydesdales steal the show with Bananas, Clowns in Savannah
Fans are loaded down as they enter Historic Grayson Stadium on Thursday, June 4, 2026, as the Savannah Bananas take on the Indianapolis Clowns. (Richard Burkhart/Savannah Morning News)
Clydesdales steal the show with Bananas, Clowns in Savannah
Savannah Bananas pitcher Connor Harris interacts with a young fan on Thursday, June 4, 2026, at Historic Grayson Stadium. (Richard Burkhart/Savannah Morning News)
Clydesdales steal the show with Bananas, Clowns in Savannah
Savannah Bananas pitcher Kyle Luigs signs autographs for fans on Thursday, June 4, 2026, at Historic Grayson Stadium. (Richard Burkhart/Savannah Morning News)
Clydesdales steal the show with Bananas, Clowns in Savannah
Savannah Bananas host The young Professor is introduced on Thursday, June 4, 2026, at Historic Grayson Stadium. (Richard Burkhart/Savannah Morning News)
Clydesdales steal the show with Bananas, Clowns in Savannah
Dancing first base coach Maceo Harrison dances before the start of the Savannah Bananas home game against the Indianapolis Clowns on Thursday, June 4, 2026, at Historic Grayson Stadium. (Richard Burkhart/Savannah Morning News)
Clydesdales steal the show with Bananas, Clowns in Savannah
Alex "Ziggy" Ziegler spins to make a behind the back catch on Thursday, June 4, 2026, before the Savannah Bananas home game against the Indianapolis Clowns at Historic Grayson Stadium. (Richard Burkhart/Savannah Morning News)
Clydesdales steal the show with Bananas, Clowns in Savannah
Catcher Bill LeRoy prepares to throw a banana during a game of "Banana in the Pants" before the start of the Savannah Bananas home game against the Indianapolis clowns on Thursday, June 4, 2026, at Historic Grayson Stadium. (Richard Burkhart/Savannah Morning News)
Clydesdales steal the show with Bananas, Clowns in Savannah
Savannah Banana players warmup in front of the outfield wall covered in signatures from fans on Thursday, June 4, 2026, at (Richard Burkhart/Savannah Morning News)
Clydesdales steal the show with Bananas, Clowns in Savannah
A pair of young fans watch as the Savannah Bananas warmup before their game against the Indianapolis clowns on Thursday, June 4, 2026, at Historic Grayson Stadium. (Richard Burkhart/Savannah Morning News)
Clydesdales steal the show with Bananas, Clowns in Savannah
Savannah Bananas pitcher Jacob Bazala tosses a football with young fans on Thursday, June 4, 2026, at Historic Grayson Stadium. (Richard Burkhart/Savannah Morning News)
Clydesdales steal the show with Bananas, Clowns in Savannah
The Man Nanas perform before the start of the Savannah Bananas game against the Indianapolis Clowns on Thursday, June 4, 2026, at Historic Grayson Stadium. (Richard Burkhart/Savannah Morning News)
Photos of the Month: Bananas, Clydesdales, and wading in the water
Savannah Bananas mascot Split celebrates as a young fan declares the banana good during the "first peel" on Thursday, June 4, 2026, at Historic Grayson Stadium. (Richard Burkhart/Savannah Morning News)
Clydesdales steal the show with Bananas, Clowns in Savannah
One of the newest Banana Ball teams, the Indianapolis Clowns run onto the field for introductions on Thursday, June 4, 2026, at Historic Grayson Stadium. (Richard Burkhart/Savannah Morning News)
Clydesdales steal the show with Bananas, Clowns in Savannah
The Indianapolis Clowns dance before the start of their game against the Savannah Bananas on Thursday, June 4, 2026, at Historic Grayson Stadium. (Richard Burkhart/Savannah Morning News)
Clydesdales steal the show with Bananas, Clowns in Savannah
The Indianapolis Clowns show off their juggling skills before the start of their game against the Savannah Bananas on Thursday, June 4, 2026, at Historic Grayson Stadium. (Richard Burkhart/Savannah Morning News)
Clydesdales steal the show with Bananas, Clowns in Savannah
The Indianapolis Clown new mascot Peanuts dances with the team before the start of their game against the Savannah Bananas on Thursday, June 4, 2026, at Historic Grayson Stadium. (Richard Burkhart/Savannah Morning News)
Clydesdales steal the show with Bananas, Clowns in Savannah
Former Major Leaguer, Jackie Bradley, Jr. (19) dances with the Indianapolis Clowns on Thursday, June 4, 2026, at Historic Grayson Stadium. (Richard Burkhart/Savannah Morning News)
Clydesdales steal the show with Bananas, Clowns in Savannah
Savannah Bananas flip head over heels as they take the field for introductions on Thursday, June 4, 2026, at Historic Grayson Stadium. (Richard Burkhart/Savannah Morning News)
Clydesdales steal the show with Bananas, Clowns in Savannah
Dakota "Stilts" Albritton leans against the top of the dugout on Thursday, June 4, 2026, at Historic Grayson Stadium. (Richard Burkhart/Savannah Morning News)
Clydesdales steal the show with Bananas, Clowns in Savannah
Jackson Olson shows off a trick play during pregame introductions on Thursday, June 4, 2026, at Historic Grayson Stadium. (Richard Burkhart/Savannah Morning News)
Clydesdales steal the show with Bananas, Clowns in Savannah
Derek Klena sings as the Savannah Bananas dance before the start of their game against the Indianapolis Clowns on Thursday, June 4, 2026, at Historic Grayson Stadium. (Richard Burkhart/Savannah Morning News)
Clydesdales steal the show with Bananas, Clowns in Savannah
The Savannah Bananas dance before the start of their game against the Indianapolis Clowns on Thursday, June 4, 2026, at Historic Grayson Stadium. (Richard Burkhart/Savannah Morning News)
Clydesdales steal the show with Bananas, Clowns in Savannah
The Savannah Bananas players and cast surround the "Banana Baby" of the night on Thursday, June 4, 2026, at Historic Grayson Stadium. (Richard Burkhart/Savannah Morning News)
Clydesdales steal the show with Bananas, Clowns in Savannah
The "Banana Baby" is held high as the Savannah Bananas wiggle spirit fingers on Thursday, June 4, 2026, at Historic Grayson Stadium. (Richard Burkhart/Savannah Morning News)
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