There are many sporting opportunities in Jackson, including sports teams, golf courses and recreational parks.
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Fast facts about Jackson sports and recreation:
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The Mississippi Braves are the Triple-A affilliate of the Atlanta Braves.
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Jackson's Millsaps College was the summer home for the NFL's New Orleans Saints in 2006 and 2007.
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There are 54 city parks and facilities in Jackson, covering around 2,300 acres of land.
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There are eight miles of walking trails in Jackson.
Sources: The City of Jackson and Wikipedia



