Siegert Field - Patuxent FA
- Gregory Koch
- 1 day ago
- 5 min read
Updated: 2 hours ago
Photos by Gregory Koch, Stadium Journey
Stadium Info FANFARE Score: 3.43
Siegert Field 101 College Parkway Arnold, MD 21012
Year Opened: 2010 Capacity: 2,500
A Soccer Sea of Green in Maryland
USL League Two is one of two leagues at the fourth level of American men's soccer, along with the National Premier Soccer League (NPSL). It is a semi-professional league that primarily consists of current and recently graduated college players, looking for the opportunity to move up to a fully professional team.
Patuxent FA competes in League Two in the Chesapeake Division, playing other teams in D.C., Maryland, and Virginia throughout the summer. They also have a women's team who plays in the USL W League, and the teams frequently play doubleheaders. Both squads play their home games at Siegert Field, on the campus of Anne Arundel Community College in Arnold, Maryland, just outside Annapolis.
Stadium Journey's visit to Patuxent FA was for a men's game, but the experience for a W League game is probably similar.
Food & Beverage 4
A varied if eclectic selection of concessions is available at a table next to the bleachers at Siegert Field. Meals include burgers for $7, hot dogs for $4, and half sandwiches at $4 for ham or turkey or $3 for veggie. Snacks include cookies, chips, candy, fruit cups, brownie bites, bananas, and assorted selections out of what is affectionately dubbed the "mystery box" which could include anything from peanut butter crackers to honey buns. None of these cost more than $3. Soda cans and bottled water are $2, and Gatorade is $3. You can also add value with combo meals. A burger combo is $10 and a hot dog combo is $7, each coming with chips and a drink. There is also a Kona ice truck parked by the entrance selling its wares.
Fans can bring their own food in as well, except for alcohol.
Atmosphere 3
There is bleacher seating at Siegert Field built into a hill along one sideline, which puts fans fairly close to the action. However, they are far larger than they need to be for the couple hundred fans Patuxent FA draws to a typical home game, which cuts down on the atmosphere and experience. As Siegert Field hosts several different sports for Anne Arundel Community College, there are many different lines on the field, but the soccer lines are clearly marked in white, so seeing them should not be a problem. A large scoreboard in the far left corner shows the score and clock and also has space to show saves and shots, although they did not actually do so when we visited.
Because soccer has no natural breaks other than halftime, there is little opportunity for promotion during the game. However, Patuxent FA still manages to engage, bringing in players from the youth soccer academy the team also runs, partnering with locals to sing the national anthem pregame, and bringing kids onto the field at halftime for a chance to take shots at the goal. The PA announcer announces goal scorers and cards as well as the amount of stoppage time, none of which are a given at this level. Since the fourth official often does not have a board displaying the amount of stoppage time at this low level, announcing it is especially important.

Neighborhood 4
Siegert Field is located on the campus of Anne Arundel Community College in Arnold, just outside Annapolis. While there are some places to visit in Arnold, especially if you head east towards the Chesapeake Bay, your best bet is to make the short drive into Annapolis, about 10-15 minutes away. Annapolis being located on the Chesapeake Bay, there are plenty of great seafood restaurants in the city, including Buddy’s Crabs & Ribs, The Boatyard Bar & Grill, and the Sailor Oyster Bar, all located within a couple miles of the heart of downtown. If you want an authentic sweet treat after your meal, The Boatyard sells the official state dessert of Maryland, Smith Island Cake, which is made fresh on Smith Island daily and brought up by ferry.
Fans 2
Patuxent FA has a small fan base, with only about a hundred fans if that showing up to a typical home game. That being said, the fans are very knowledgeable about the team, with many of them coming to every single game. Patuxent FA has its own youth soccer program in addition to the semi-professional teams, and many young kids from the academy will show up in their own Patuxent FA jerseys.
Note that when Patuxent FA plays their local rival Annapolis Blues FC, the attendance will likely be significantly larger. This is because the Blues have by far the largest fan base in the league, in addition to being Patuxent's closest opponent geographically. However, as almost all of the additional fans are rooting for the opposing team, this does not work in Patuxent's favor.

Access 4
Siegert Field and the AACC campus are located just off US Route 50 via Maryland Route 2. A large parking lot is available next to the stadium which should be more than sufficient for the crowds that show up. Once inside, restrooms are available in a blue building at the top of the bleachers that one might easily mistake for the press box when looking at it from below given its location and design. Don't worry, though, what appear from ground level to be large windows are actually only at the top of the wall, so nobody will be able to see in and watch while you do your business.
Due to the large away crowds the Annapolis Blues bring, access may be more difficult when they are playing, but should still not present any major issues.
Return on Investment 5
Tickets are just $10 each, or $6 for seniors. If the men's and women's teams are playing a doubleheader, one ticket will get you into both games. Parking is free and concessions are reasonably priced too. Overall, a Patuxent FA game is an excellent value.
Extras 2
Look for the merchandise tent by the entrance offering team jerseys.
We will award a second star for the chance to see both a men's and women's game on the same ticket. However, keep in mind that when this happens, one game will usually not start until 8:30 PM and will end around 10:30 PM. If you have small children or a long drive home, this may be difficult.
Final Thoughts
A warm summer night watching Patuxent FA soccer is time well spent. This is a community soccer team in a fine stadium where you can watch a game of soccer, or even two games of soccer, at a great price. For the best experience, we suggest you check out the Annapolis Derby against the Blues, but any game at Siegert Field will be a great experience.
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