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Sports landscape of Georgia

Georgia hosts pro teams across 4 major US sports leagues: NFL, NBA, MLB, MLS. The state's sports culture combines passionate pro fan bases with often-fierce college rivalries and a deep amateur and youth sports scene.

Pro sports presence

NFL (football)	✅ Yes
NBA (basketball)	✅ Yes
MLB (baseball)	✅ Yes
NHL (hockey)	❌ No franchise
MLS (soccer)	✅ Yes
WNBA (women's basketball)	❌ No franchise

College sports

Georgia's college sports scene is a major part of the state identity. Whether or not the state has pro franchises, college football, basketball, and (in some regions) baseball draw passionate followings. Major conferences with member schools in or near Georgia typically include the SEC, ACC, Big Ten, Big 12, Pac-12, or American Athletic, depending on the school. College rivalries within the state (or against bordering states) often generate annual cultural events.

Golf

Georgia is a notable golf destination with championship-level courses. Augusta National hosts The Masters, one of golf's four major championships.

State sport (where designated)

Several US states have designated official state sports. Georgia may or may not be one of them — check the dedicated state symbols page.

Notable signature events

Each state has signature sporting events that locals plan their year around — championships, charity tournaments, rodeos, races, and more. The Masters golf tournament is held annually at Augusta National.

Bordering states

Georgia shares borders with 5 other US states.

Common questions

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