Matt Graifer
Chief Potassium Enthusiast
Savannah Bananas
Professional Bio
Matt Graifer is an energetic speaker, performer, and entertainment leader who shares how the Savannah Bananas create unforgettable fan experiences and build loyal customers through every interaction.
Known to fans as The Young Professor, Matt serves as the Savannah Bananas' Cast Director and in-game host. He recruits, coaches, and manages performers across the Banana Ball Championship League while writing, producing, and directing the live entertainment that has helped redefine the sports fan experience. His presentations give organizations practical strategies for creating memorable customer engagement from start to finish.
Matt began his career in education, becoming a college professor at just 25 before spending more than a decade teaching exercise science and high school social studies. During that time, he developed his signature stage persona as a trivia host in Central Florida, combining high energy, audience interaction, and his trademark colorful suits.
Before joining the Bananas, Matt built an impressive career in sports entertainment as a professional wrestling ring announcer and in-game host for the Jacksonville Sharks. He has also hosted MMA, boxing, Minor League Baseball, NCAA athletics, NHL, NASCAR, the PPA Tour, Major League Paintball, and ESPN, where he served as lead anchor for The Goodyear Blimp Sky Race of the Century during ESPN: The Ocho.
Whether on the field or on stage, Matt brings contagious energy, practical insights, and a passion for creating experiences that audiences never forget.
Known to fans as The Young Professor, Matt serves as the Savannah Bananas' Cast Director and in-game host. He recruits, coaches, and manages performers across the Banana Ball Championship League while writing, producing, and directing the live entertainment that has helped redefine the sports fan experience. His presentations give organizations practical strategies for creating memorable customer engagement from start to finish.
Matt began his career in education, becoming a college professor at just 25 before spending more than a decade teaching exercise science and high school social studies. During that time, he developed his signature stage persona as a trivia host in Central Florida, combining high energy, audience interaction, and his trademark colorful suits.
Before joining the Bananas, Matt built an impressive career in sports entertainment as a professional wrestling ring announcer and in-game host for the Jacksonville Sharks. He has also hosted MMA, boxing, Minor League Baseball, NCAA athletics, NHL, NASCAR, the PPA Tour, Major League Paintball, and ESPN, where he served as lead anchor for The Goodyear Blimp Sky Race of the Century during ESPN: The Ocho.
Whether on the field or on stage, Matt brings contagious energy, practical insights, and a passion for creating experiences that audiences never forget.
Company/Organization
Parent: Savannah Bananas