Rhode Island Overview

Rhode Island might not offer anything in the way of professional sports or major college programs but you should take a closer look. The Providence Friars, Rhode Island Rams Division I football team, Providence Bruins, which are the primary development team for the Boston Bruins and the Pawtucket Red Sox, which are the minor league baseball Triple-A affiliate of the Boston Red Sox all call Rhode Island home. Some famous players that honed their skills while growing up in Rhode Island are Nap Lejoie, Bill Osmanski and Brad Faxon. The Providence Friars have produced some NBA Hall of Fame players like John Thompson and Lenny Wilkins. Major cities for autograph signings in Rhode Island are Providence, Newport and Warwick. You can find the best stores to buy sports collectibles in Rhode Island here.