Jesse Cole Understands Something College Sports ForgotThe Savannah Bananas founder isn’t just selling entertainment. He’s proving what happens when fans actually come first.Chris ChildersMay 06, 2026∙ Paid72ShareThere’s something funny about my admiration for Jesse Cole.I don’t even like Banana Ball.Show Pony Media is a reader-supported publication. To receive new posts and support my work, consider becoming a free or paid subscriber.SubscribeSeriously.I like real baseball. I grew up loving the rhythm of the game, the tension of a 2-1 count in the seventh inning, the t…Continue reading this post for free, courtesy of Chris Childers.Claim my free postOr purchase a paid subscription.