Francis Fields began around 1996 as a dream of Frank Miller to establish a unique soccer facility for training, matches, soccer camps, coaches’ clinics, and much more. An avid soccer fan, player, and coach, Frank’s life was tragically cut short before his dream would come to fruition, but his brothers completed the facility, which bears his name and is dedicated to his memory.
Francis Fields is located in Cochise County, Arizona on the banks of the San Pedro River, about a 15-minute drive from the small town of Benson, Arizona. The facility has two regulation size and impeccably maintained grass soccer fields separated by a six-foot spectator berm. There are two dorms, each of which can accommodate eighteen to twenty players and two chaperones. There is a classroom/dining hall, separate accommodations for coaches, barbecues, campfire pits, and even two small ponds stocked with bass.
Testimonials
Bernie James
Director Crossfire Premier (Seattle)
US Olympic and National Team
24-year pro player
Former Coach Seattle Sounders
I have taken my Academy Teams multiple times for extended stays at the Francis Fields Soccer Facility. It’s an ideal setting for important team-building time, and is an excellent set up for concentrated training in the lead up to a season.
Ty Keough
Olympic and National Team 1977-80
ABC/ESPN Soccer Analyst 1986-2003
Coach Washington University in St. Louis 1987-97
4 Time All American St.Louis University
I have known the Miller Family since the early ’70’s back in soccer tradition rich St. Louis. They love the Game, and the Memory of their brother Frank (Francis). That love is evident in the top quality of the fields and facilities at the Francis Fields Soccer Facility.
Troy Letherman
Crossfire Soccer Premier, Seattle, Washington
Director of Player Development
We've found no better location for our top Crossfire Premier teams to enjoy a fun and productive training camp. The fields are fantastic and coaches can accomplish everything from full-field practice games to small-group functional training just steps from our accommodations, which are clean and comfortable.
Mark Biagi
USSF B License
USSF National Youth License
Arizona Boys ODP Director
West Region OPD Head Coach
US Soccer Talent ID Scout
FC Tucson Player Analyst
Francis Fields is a great option for any soccer team. The high quality of the fields and their close proximity to the dorms is a real plus, as is the owners’ focus on customer service.
Cindy Reichert
Manager for CDO Girls
…great place for team development… with a relaxing and beautiful setting
Tahlon Drake
UDA@NMSU Director of Soccer/Head Coach
...we loved it!!! Look to scheduling more events.
Patrick Andrew
Horizon Honors High School Varsity Coach
I have been bringing my high school teams to Francis Fields since 2007 for pre-season training … fabulous place… wonderful fields… supportive ownership that wants to work with us to meet our needs...
Ben Mitchell
Assistant Varsity Coach, Casteel High School, Queen Creek Arizona
Our high school soccer team had a wonderful experience down at DMR ranch for our JV and Varsity season kick-off. The location was secure and clean and allowed our team to have a ton of fun while feeling confident that the environment was safe.
Sharon Stetter
Yoga Instructor
The place is magical. Being able to walk barefoot in the desert is only one of the features that the manicured soccer fields provide. I have been hosting yoga retreats at Francis Fields, utilizing the dorms and other lovely spaces, since 2015.
Rates and Availability
Our facilities are available year-round except the soccer fields during over-seeding in the fall (end of September and October). Please call or contact us to discuss available dates and rates.
Training Camps
Rates are based on the number of players/participants. The base rate begins at $35.00 per player/participant per day. Two coaches/chaperones are included in the per player fee for a 2-day stay with a minimum of 14 players.
- Off-season/mid-season training rates are discounted.
- Planning a longer training time (additional days)? Please contact us, as we offer special rates for extended rentals.
Tournament Play / Field Rental
Francis Fields Soccer Facilities are a great location. We are happy to work with you on planning the event and developing a pricing structure that meets your day rental or tournament needs.