EVENT DETAILS
DES-COH-Inaugural Banana Bash
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Tournament DateJul 31 - Aug 02 2026 -
Entry Fee$499
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StatureQualifier -
Age Groups12U - HS -
Event DetailsDES/Banana Bash – July 31-August 2, 2026 – Riverside Park – Zanesville, OH.
The most fun, chaotic, banana style fastpitch tournament of the year is almost here. Players will also have the chance to earn a special custom Banana style jersey.
Fast softball, wild rules, full speed energy, and the most entertaining games of the season.
2026 BANANA RULES — FASTPITCH EDITION:
These Banana rules supplement official USSSA rules.
If a situation isn’t covered, umpires may make calls based on the spirit of the game.
⸻RULE ONE: Win the Inning, Get the Point.
• Every pool play inning = 1 point.
• Score the most runs → win the inning → earn the point.
• In the final inning, every run counts (ONLY if declared by the umpire beforehand).
• Home team walks off an inning. Inning ends immediately.
• Pool play may end in a tie.RULE TWO: No Stepping Out.
• Step out of the box → strike.
• One team warning.
• Umpires may allow timeout for injuries/equipmentRULE THREE: No Bunting.
• Attempt to bunt → outRULE FOUR: Batters Can Steal First Base.
• On ANY pitch — including passed ball or wild pitch.
• Stepping toward first = declaring your attempt.
• Once live, traditional softball rules apply.RULE FIVE: No Walks Allowed.
Ball Four = THE SPRINT
• Hitter takes off running.
• Defensive players (1B, 2B, SS, 3B, C) must all touch the ball before it’s live.
• No need to possess it — just touch.
• Runners on base may advance at their own risk.
• Once live, traditional softball rules apply.RULE SIX: No Mound Visits.
• No coach/catcher/player mound visits.
• Injuries & safety exceptions only.
• Unapproved mound visit → pitcher removedRULE SEVEN: If a Fan Catches a Foul Ball, It’s an Out.
• Must be caught in the air.
• Not off fences, nets, sheds, or structures.
• Unsafe/unruly fan behavior = ejection or relocation.
• Coaches are not fans.RULE EIGHT: Golden Batter.
• Once per game, send ANY hitter up in ANY spot.
• Golden Batter does not replace the lineup — just inserts.
• Last batted out becomes runner for Golden Batter scenarios.RULE NINE: EACH TEAM MAY PERFORM THREE DANCES OR ROUTINES WITH OR WITHOUT MUSIC.
Up to one minute in length any time after the inning has started. As a group or individual culminating in a pitch in an inning (batter must be in the box before starting and batter must stay in the box ready for the pitch).
- Game will not be held up waiting for any music to start – delaying the game will result in a ball called every 10 seconds the game is delayed.
RULE TEN: Bracket Play.
• Bracket games return to traditional USSSA rules.
• No Banana rules in bracket play.RULE 11: HAVE FUN!
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Entry Fee$499
NOTE: YOUR SPOT IS THE EVENT IS NOT SECURE UNTIL PAYMENT IS RECEIVED IN FULL. ALL PAYMENTS ARE LISTED PRICE-NO DISCOUNTS FOR VENMO OR CHECK. ENTRY FEE DEADLINE IS 21 DAYS PRIOR TO THE EVENT. AT THE 21 DAY MARK, TEAMS WILL BE DROPPED FROM THE EVENT.Ways to pay for your entry fee into DES/Ohio USSSA FP Events:- Pay with a credit card thru the USSSA website under your manager profile.
- Snail mail to Double Eagle Sports – PO Box 2283 – Westerville, OH. 43086. Must be paid three weeks in advance to keep spot.
- Venmo to @ohiousssa-22. Notate event and date paying for in comment section.
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Gate Fee$10-daily/$15-weekend gate passes are available. This for everyone who enters the facility. Note: Friday and Saturday count as one day for admission purposes
If inclement weather cancels a partial or full day of the event, this will not result in any refunds if you bought a Weekend gate pass. There is the option to purchase daily or the weekend, you will have a choice.
Tournament Division
| Division | Entry Fee | Gate Fee | Max Entries | Teams Entered |
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Event Ballparks
| Venue Name | Address | Maps link |
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| Riverside Pk | 2238 N. River Rd, Zanesville, OH, 43701 | Open in Maps |
Event Lodging
Note: If you don't know which venue you'll be playing at and want to book in advance, click here to find hotels that are geographically centered between all venues.
| Venue Name | Address | Dates | Details |
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| Riverside Pk | 2238 N. River Rd, Zanesville, OH, 43701 | Jul 31 - Aug 2 | Find Hotels |
Event Updates
Banana Bash Info:
DES/Banana Bash - July 31-August 2, 2026 - Riverside Park - Zanesville, OH.
The most fun, chaotic, banana style fastpitch tournament of the year is almost here. Players will also have the chance to earn a special custom Banana style jersey.
Fast softball, wild rules, full speed energy, and the most entertaining games of the season.
2026 BANANA RULES — FASTPITCH EDITION:
These Banana rules supplement official USSSA rules.
If a situation isn’t covered, umpires may make calls based on the spirit of the game.
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RULE ONE: Win the Inning, Get the Point.
• Every pool play inning = 1 point.
• Score the most runs ? win the inning ? earn the point.
• In the final inning, every run counts (ONLY if declared by the umpire beforehand).
• Home team walks off an inning. Inning ends immediately.
• Pool play may end in a tie.
RULE TWO: No Stepping Out.
• Step out of the box ? strike.
• One team warning.
• Umpires may allow timeout for injuries/equipment
RULE THREE: No Bunting.
• Attempt to bunt ? out
RULE FOUR: Batters Can Steal First Base.
• On ANY pitch — including passed ball or wild pitch.
• Stepping toward first = declaring your attempt.
• Once live, traditional softball rules apply.
RULE FIVE: No Walks Allowed.
Ball Four = THE SPRINT
• Hitter takes off running.
• Defensive players (1B, 2B, SS, 3B, C) must all touch the ball before it’s live.
• No need to possess it — just touch.
• Runners on base may advance at their own risk.
• Once live, traditional softball rules apply.
RULE SIX: No Mound Visits.
• No coach/catcher/player mound visits.
• Injuries & safety exceptions only.
• Unapproved mound visit ? pitcher removed
RULE SEVEN: If a Fan Catches a Foul Ball, It’s an Out.
• Must be caught in the air.
• Not off fences, nets, sheds, or structures.
• Unsafe/unruly fan behavior = ejection or relocation.
• Coaches are not fans.
RULE EIGHT: Golden Batter.
• Once per game, send ANY hitter up in ANY spot.
• Golden Batter does not replace the lineup — just inserts.
• Last batted out becomes runner for Golden Batter scenarios.
RULE NINE: EACH TEAM MAY PERFORM THREE DANCES OR ROUTINES WITH OR WITHOUT MUSIC.
Up to one minute in length any time after the inning has started. As a group or individual culminating in a pitch in an inning (batter must be in the box before starting and batter must stay in the box ready for the pitch).
- Game will not be held up waiting for any music to start - delaying the game will result in a ball called every 10 seconds the game is delayed.
RULE TEN: Bracket Play.
• Bracket games return to traditional USSSA rules.
• No Banana rules in bracket play.
RULE 11: HAVE FUN!
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