SAVANNAH, GA – Citing unprecedented demand and a desire to reward true devotion, the Savannah Bananas baseball team today unveiled a new 'Loyalty Tier' program for ticket access. Future ticket lotteries will now prioritize fans who can demonstrate their unwavering commitment through a series of increasingly bizarre and uncomfortable challenges.

“We’ve seen the lines, we’ve read the desperate emails,” explained Bananas CEO, Brock ‘The Boss’ Johnson, in a press conference held entirely in a giant inflatable banana suit. “It’s clear our fans are willing to do anything. So, we figured, why not make them prove it?”

The new tiers range from 'Banana Peel' (requires a 24-hour livestream of fan wearing only banana-themed apparel) to the coveted 'Top Banana' status, which reportedly involves a 30-day juice cleanse consisting solely of banana smoothies and a public declaration of allegiance to the team while undergoing a mild electric shock.

“It’s not about gatekeeping; it’s about curating an experience,” stated Dr. Evelyn P. Cult, a newly appointed 'Fan Engagement Ethicist' for the team. “We want to ensure every seat is filled with someone who truly *gets* it, someone who has earned the right to witness the greatness.” Early reports indicate a surge in banana-related tattoo parlors and a nationwide shortage of yellow dye.

Critics argue the system is exploitative, but fans are already lining up to prove their worth, eager to trade personal dignity for a chance at a foul ball.