GLENDALE — After more than three decades in Tempe, the Arizona Cardinals have announced plans to move to north Phoenix with a $136 million training facility set to open in 2028.
Thank you for reading this post, don't forget to subscribe!For the Cardinals, it’s an investment aimed at enhancing performance and placing Arizona in the national spotlight.
Sep 14, 2025; Glendale, Arizona, USA; Arizona Cardinals owner Michael Bidwill before the game against the Carolina Panthers at State Farm Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Joe Camporeale-Imagn Images
Tempe has been the Cardinals’ training home since the 1980s, when the team moved to Arizona from Missouri. While the city has played a role in the team’s modern history, Cardinals Owner and President acknowledged the need for more space in the long term.
“Our goal has always been to provide our players and coaches with the best possible environment to prepare and perform at the highest level,” said Bidwill in a press release. “As we evaluated our options, it became clear that we needed more space than what was available at our current location or elsewhere in Tempe.”
Aug 2, 2025; Glendale, AZ, USA; Arizona Cardinals quarterback Kyler Murray (1) during the Red and White practice in training camp at State Farm Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images
The new facility will be built in “Headquarters Alley” at Paradise Ridge in north Phoenix, west of Scottsdale Road and north of Loop 101. The Cardinals will occupy around 30 acres, doubling the size of their current Tempe facility.
Arizona sports fans may already be familiar with the area, which has a history.
Apr 17, 2024; Tempe, Arizona, USA; Detailed view of the Arizona Coyotes logo on their kachina-themed uniforms at Mullett Arena. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-USA TODAY Sports
The Arizona Coyotes previously proposed building an arena in the area in an effort to keep the NHL team in the state. The Arizona State Land Department canceled the auction and the Coyotes left Arizona for Utah in 2024.
While the area has a complex history, the move reflects a national shift within the NFL in which teams are investing millions of dollars into facilities that serve as training grounds designed to attract talent. Franchises like the Las Vegas Raiders and Minnesota Vikings have already begun the trend and Arizona wants to follow suit.
Arizona Cardinals quarterback Kyler Murray (1) practices with teammates Michael Wilson (14) and Greg Dortch (4) during the team’s training camp session at State Farm Stadium in Glendale on July 24, 2024. © Joe Rondone/The Republic / USA TODAY NETWORK
Leadership also aims to attract economic development and job opportunities. The vision is to expand to headquarters, restaurants and retail locations, medical facilities, and residential developments.
With a move that brings local and franchise impact, the Cardinals are positioning themselves — and the Valley — for a new era on and off the field.
BREAKING: The Arizona Cardinals plan to build a new practice facility in north Phoenix in the space the now-defunct Coyotes NHL franchise had targeted for a new arena: https://t.co/23uT5Ljyib pic.twitter.com/HSBsN4rHr5
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