The Republic of Torland is an island nation located in the North Pacific. Torland is densely populated and urbanized with a population of over 117 million and features a wide range of cultures and customs. The country is divided into 11 states and one federal district. The mainland island and surrounding smaller islands have a diverse range of climates, terrain, scenery, and local industries.
Torland traces its national origin to the declaration in 1903 by colonists in three colonies ruled by Russia, Spain, and the United States that they were free and independent states united under a single banner. They were officially recognized as such by the Treaty of Sydney in 1910. Since then, the nation has grown to become a global power and exerts a significant level of economic, political, military, and cultural influence in the world.
All sports are popular in Torland, particularly ice hockey, football, and baseball. Torland is home to some of the best leagues and organizations in the world.
Torland also has a collegiate athletics system called Universities of Torland Athletics Commission (UTAC) which oversees all organization of collegiate sports.