# Savannah Bananas' Sam Bauman on Media Access

> Sam Bauman explains how media gets inside Banana Ball's culture.
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- Summary: Sam Bauman explains how media gets inside Banana Ball's culture. Sam Bauman, a sideline reporter for the Savannah Bananas, emphasizes teamwork and shared…
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- Source: Savannah Bananas On SI — https://si.com/onsi/savannah-bananas/news/savannah-bananas-sam-bauman-explains-what-fans-never-see-behind-banana-ball-01m217mazh6v
- Published: 2026-09-16T15:15:00+00:00
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- Topics: sam bauman, savannah bananas, banana ball, media access, grayson stadium, jared orton, yellow tux, jessie cole, sports
## Sam Bauman's role
To most Savannah Bananas fans, Sam Bauman is a familiar face on the sidelines helping media access players and moments.

> A little bit of everything
## Media coordination
Bauman coordinates media access and serves as a sideline reporter, sharing stories behind players and the game.
## Beyond job description
Bauman's job description is only part of what he actually does, he said with a smile.

> A little bit of everything
## Media perspective
After a decade in local television news, Bauman joined the Savannah Bananas with a different perspective on media relationships.
## Culture over content
Bauman said the secret behind Banana Ball's success is culture, not sold-out stadiums or viral videos.
## Team culture
Bauman described a culture where people have responsibilities beyond their job, helping others be good co-workers and friends.

> You come in here and you have a job, but there are responsibilities outside of that. Are you willing to pick up and do what it takes to help the person around you be a good co-worker and a good friend?
## Team president example
Bauman recalled seeing team president Jared Orton cleaning up at Grayson Stadium, showing the culture's importance.
## Humility in action
Bauman said he's riding the Yellow Tux's coattails, referring to founder Jesse Cole.

> I'm riding the Yellow Tux's coattails
## Team focus
Very few people are interested in individual recognition; they focus on creating unforgettable fan experiences.
## Growth driver
This culture helps Banana Ball grow far beyond the baseball diamond.
## Key takeaway

Sam Bauman, a sideline reporter for the Savannah Bananas, emphasizes teamwork and shared responsibility over individual recognition in the team's media operations.