Below is an context that describes a sql query, paired with an question that provides further information. Write an answer that appropriately completes the request.  # noqa: E501
### Context:
CREATE TABLE table_2439728_1 (location VARCHAR, varsity_teams VARCHAR)
### Question:
how many places have 17 varsity teams?
### Answer:
SELECT COUNT(location) FROM table_2439728_1 WHERE varsity_teams = 17