Both figuratively and literally. Savannah Banana Open starts today and runs through Sunday at the Bacon Park Tennis Complex with a record 385 players entered. It's a family affair, the adults and the juniors play together at the same time. It's very festive. The format is men's and women's singles, doubles and mixed doubles with NTRP ratings used for all events.
Players are limited to two events.
Ouzts estimated that around 460 matches will be played on 16 court. Last year, we had 299. In addition to the warm weather this time of year, Ouzts said one reason for the tournament's popularity are the amenities that are offered. You get a bag full of goodies. There's a low country boil.