Delaware North Sportservice brings banana-themed menus to Progressive Field for Banana Ball games

CLEVELAND, Ohio – Sept. 21, 2026 – Progressive Field is gearing up to host Banana Ball, and Sportservice, the sports hospitality division of Delaware North, is rolling out a lineup of banana-inspired food and beverage specialties for fans to enjoy throughout the ballpark for the Party Animals vs. the Indianapolis Clowns.

Designed to match Banana Ball’s high-energy, fan-first atmosphere, the limited-time offerings put creative twists on ballpark favorites while embracing the fun and excitement of the Savannah Bananas experience. Specialty menu items and themed beverages will be available throughout the venue during the event.

Fans can look forward to:

• Split’s Nacho Supreme: Tortilla chips piled high with seasoned ground beef, zesty banana peppers, creamy nacho cheese, salsa and sour cream. Available as an individual serving at Section 107 Loaded Nacho, Section 157 Nacho, and as a shareable version at Section 157 Nacho.
• Havana Banana Hot Dog: An all-beef hot dog wrapped in crispy bacon and topped with roasted banana peppers, Oaxaca cheese, fresh banana pepper pico de gallo and banana pepper aioli, on a soft bun. Available at Section 138 The Arcade and Section 174 Hot Corner.
• Banana Bomb: A battered and fried banana tossed in cinnamon sugar, topped with whipped cream, dark chocolate and caramel drizzle, and finished with a cherry. Available at Terrace Hall.
• Banana Ball Cocktail: White rum, Reàl banana puree and sparkling water, garnished with a Tajin rim and a dehydrated banana. Available at the Lower Level Corner Bar and Section 550 Kantina.
• Banana Old Fashioned: A banana-inspired take on the classic cocktail, available at Discount Drug Mart Champions Club, Echo Victory Club and KeyBank North Coast Social.

With creative menu offerings and playful presentation, the Banana Ball food program delivers an experience as entertaining as the action on the field, giving Cleveland fans another way to immerse themselves in the Savannah Bananas fun.

As part of the Savannah Bananas’ nationwide tour, Sportservice is bringing banana-themed food and beverage experiences to multiple Major League ballparks across the country. Delaware North’s culinary and marketing teams developed a national menu framework featuring inventive, banana-inspired items, with each host venue selecting offerings tailored to its fans, creating a consistent yet locally customized experience at every stop.

About Sportservice

Sportservice is Delaware North’s flagship sports hospitality business, delivering exceptional fan experiences across all major professional sports leagues and iconic venues around the world. As a strategic partner to its clients, Sportservice creates memorable game‑ and event‑day experiences through locally inspired cuisine, on‑trend beverages, premium hospitality, exclusive retail merchandise, and technology‑enabled solutions grounded in data‑driven insights.

Sportservice’s global portfolio includes world‑class venues such as Busch Stadium, Comerica Park, Little Caesars Arena, Petco Park, TD Garden, MetLife Stadium, Truist Park, Climate Pledge Arena, Wembley Stadium, London Stadium and Melbourne Cricket Ground. The company has supported some of the most highly attended events in the world, including the Super Bowl, FIFA World Cup, AFL Grand Final, UEFA Final, All‑Star Games and major concert tours. Backed by culinary expertise, innovative concept development and Delaware North Analytics (DNA), Sportservice helps clients elevate fan engagement while driving operational excellence and long‑term value.