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UPDATED Oct 16, 2026 at 7:20 AM ET
Oct 15, 2026 at 10:20 PM ET
Banana Ball Series Set for Knoxville in June
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The Knoxville Smokies announced a two-night Banana Ball series at Covenant Health Park on June 4 and 5 next summer, with the Texas Tailgaters facing the Indianapolis Clowns. Boyd Sports CEO Chris Allen said the organization is excited to bring the event back after its previous success in Knoxville.
WHO: The Knoxville Smokies; the Texas Tailgaters and Indianapolis Clowns.
WHAT: The Knoxville Smokies announced a two-night Banana Ball series at Covenant Health Park.
WHEN: Reported Oct 16, 2026 at 6:58 AM ET
WHERE: Knoxville, Tennessee
WHY: Boyd Sports says it is bringing the event back after its previous success in Knoxville.
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