In this episode of Fully Alive, Pastor Jeff Kapusta shares six surprising leadership lessons from one of the most unconventional—and wildly successful—teams in sports: the Savannah Bananas.

More than just viral entertainment, the Bananas are redefining what it means to put people first, challenge tradition, and build something unforgettable. Drawing from his firsthand experience at a sold-out game, Jeff unpacks how founder Jesse Cole turned a dying baseball franchise into a movement by doing what no one else dared to do.

From redefining the fan experience to rewriting the rules of the game, this story is about more than baseball. It’s about creativity, courage, and choosing to zig when everyone else zags.

If you’ve felt stuck in outdated systems or held back by “how it’s always been done,” this episode will help you see the power of possibility when you lead with people—not tradition—in mind.

TIMESTAMPS:

(00:04) – Savannah Bananas Are Going Bananas

(01:00) – The Jesse Cole Origin Story

(04:03) – The Underdog Rise of the Bananas

(07:10) – Six Lessons From the Greatest Show in Sports

(08:50) – Fans First: Obsessing Over the Audience

(09:52) – Details Matter (Even the Ridiculous Ones)

(10:51) – Keep Them Guessing: The Power of Surprise

(12:54) – Break the Rules to Make the Game Better

(15:57) – Zig When Others Zag

(16:49) – Connecting with the Heart

(18:28) – Final Thoughts and Takeaways

ABOUT THE SHOW:

Welcome to Fully Alive where faith meets practicality to help you live a life that's Fully Alive!

Join me, your host Jeff Kapusta, as I draw from my journey as a pastor, husband, father, and fitness enthusiast to explore how to wake up to God's best for your life.

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From faith and family to fitness and finances, discover how to fill your tank and never settle for less than a full life.

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