The Encore
Sat · Nov 14, 2026
Flower Mound, TX
Year one sold out and left a waitlist. This year we’re adding 8U; turning up the volume; and keeping the dance breaks.
Year One sold out in 24 hours. Don't wait.
My son hasn’t stopped talking about it. He slept in his jersey that night.
Most fun I’ve had in the bleachers in years. The parents were dancing as much as the kids.
It reminded all of us why our kids fell in love with baseball in the first place.
You don’t pick a team. The team picks you.
Sign up solo. We balance rosters by skill, position, and parity, then draft every player onto a squad. Four teams per age group.
What is Banana Ball?
A fast, entertainment-first version of the game we all love. Shorter games, constant action, and rules built so nobody’s standing around. And you just never know who might show up.
Machine or coach pitch only. Standard NCS bat rules. NFHS rules fill any gaps. No challenge rule — we don’t have replay cameras.
- 01Win the inning, get the point
- 0260-minute time limit
- 03No stepping out
- 04No. Bunting.
- 05Batters can steal first
- 06No walks allowed
- 07No mound visits
- 08Fan catches a foul? It’s an out
- 09Showdown tiebreaker
- 10Golden Batter
- 11Rotten Banana Batter
Why we do this
Run of Show
Download schedule (PDF) ↓(60 mins)
(60 mins)
& Consolation
3-GAME GUARANTEE · TIMES SUBJECT TO CHANGE
Registration opens October 6
Last year every spot went fast. It’s first come, first served, and your spot isn’t held until payment is made.
Step right upRegistration is open
First come, first served. Your spot is confirmed once payment is complete. Want to volunteer? Note it on your registration.
Dang, that was fastAll divisions are full
Join the waitlist and we’ll reach out in order if a spot opens.
- Team warm-ups & trick play practice before first pitch
- Lunch + custom team jersey
- 3-game guarantee
- Awards ceremony & autograph session
Registration and payment handled by SimplEvents.
Our Sponsors
Powered by Keep Calm & Baseball On, Over The Plate Umpires and SimplSeason.
The Fine Print
Can I register my whole team?+
Nope. Every player registers individually in one age division. We build rosters ahead of time based on skill level, position needs, and parity so every game is competitive.
Who can play?+
Players ages 8U through 12U (boys & girls). All pitching is coach pitch or machine pitch, and proper safety equipment is required. 10U will be a mixed division between 9U and 10U players. 12U will be a mixed division between 11U and 12U players.
What if it rains?+
We’ll do everything we can to get it in. If the event is rained out, every participant is refunded minus a $30 administration fee.
Can parents get involved?+
Please do. Parents are part of the show, so bring your dance moves. We also need volunteers for coaching, music, announcing, photos, score keeping, and so much more. Mark your interest when you register.
How does equal play work?+
Coaches will be instructed to get every kid an opportunity to play different positions. The safety of all players will be a consideration in each decision so there are no guarantees on positioning.
Do I have to behave?+
Players and fans will be held to the highest standard of conduct. This event is about FUN! We emphasize a fans-first experience and poor sportsmanship or conduct will not be tolerated.