Several U.S. states do not host teams from the major professional sports leagues—such as the NFL, MLB, NBA, or NHL—within their borders. States like Vermont, Maine, New Hampshire, Rhode Island, South Dakota, North Dakota, Wyoming, Montana, and Alaska rely on collegiate sports programs, minor league franchises, or regional broadcasting affiliations to fulfill their sports entertainment needs. Residents in these states often passionately support nearby metropolitan franchises or collegiate powerhouses instead of local major league teams.