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Welcome to the Wrexham Texans Football Academy. Our programs support player development in their technical proficiencies and enhances their decision-making capabilities within a structured yet flexible curriculum. The Academy offers coaching that supports the 'how' before the 'why'. Based on a coaching framework from the now World-famous Wrexham Football Club, the Wrexham Texans brings a new direction for player development that has seen players gain professional contracts and college scholarships along with introducing the sport and new skills to players in elementary and middle schools.
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Fort Worth, Texas Under 6 - Under 12

The Wrexham Texans Football Academy bring you a FREE 90-minute skills session on Friday February 20th at Highland Middle school on the turf field from 6-715pm for players aged 5-11. Due to the high demand of this session places are limited to 25 so once this number is reached registration will close. Book now before capacity is reached!! If the weather doesn't cooperate with us we can use the indoor gym so please make sure to bring both indoor and outdoor footwear.

Fort Worth, Texas All ages

Develop and improve soccer specific skills through a customized training program designed to suit players current skill level. Each session is tailored to meet individual technical needs and improve decision making capabilities. You can have a full hour of detail and reps from Coach Merola for $70 and we have two turf locations we use in Haslet and Saginaw.

Fort Worth, Texas Under 6 - Under 12

The Wrexham Texans Football Academy bring you a FREE 60-minute skills session on Saturday February 28th at Greenbriar Community Center inside the gymnasium from 9-10am for ages 5-11. Due to the high demand of this session places are limited to 25 so once this number is reached registration will close. Book now before capacity is reached!!

Fort Worth, Texas Under 6 - Under 12

Come along every Friday from 6-7pm and get some touches on the ball to improve technique and build on existing skills. These sessions are tailored for beginner and intermediate soccer players in grades 1-5. Dates are March 06th, 12th, 20th and 27th on the turf field at Highland Middle school. Price is $50 for all 4 sessions or $15 per individual session if player cannot make all 4 sessions.

Fort Worth, Texas Under 12 - Under 14

Come along every Friday from 6-7pm and get some touches on the ball to improve technique and build on existing skills. These sessions are tailored for players in grades 6-8 who are either looking to improve their skills set and be part of the middle school soccer program. Dates are March 06th, 12th, 20th and 27th on the turf field at Highland Middle school. Price is $50 for all 4 sessions or $15 per individual session if player cannot make all 4 sessions. If we have enough interest from both boys and girls, the plan is to have indoor teams that will participate in the indoor league at Game On starting in June.

Fort Worth, Texas, 76115 Under 6 - Under 12

The Wrexham Texans Academy has partnered with the City of Forth Worth to deliver soccer specific skills at the Greenbriar Community Center in Fort Worth. Sessions are 9-10am indoor at the center's gymnasium every Saturday morning through March 2026 and are delivered by the Academy staff coaches for players aged 5-11. No cleats are allowed as the surface is a basketball gym court, so tennis shoes are needed.

Registration and payment are due through the City of Fort Worth using the below link:

https://anc.apm.activecommunities.com/cityoffortworth/activity/search/detail/43264?onlineSiteId=0&locale=en-US&from_original_cui=true

If players don't have the technique to perform a tactic, as coaches we are failing the players of the future. A technical program that enhances their decision making on the 'how' to use techniques is the most important pillar in setting players up to maximize their potential. At the Wrexham Texans Football Academy, we strive to provide that flexible environment to meet the needs of every single player that walks onto our fields.
- Tony Merola, Executive Director

What are people saying about Coach Merola?

“I have know Tony for many years and during this time seen him excel as a coach, leveraging his extensive expertise from his professional playing days. Exceptional in his ability to connect with players, he skillfully fosters their development both technically and tactically.”

Magnus Allford
CEO, The coaches' voice group

“Having known Tony for 35 years through footbalI, family and work, I can honestly say his passion for life and our beautiful game is second to none. Seeing him continue to coach in the game after his playing days shows his passion for the game and I was pleased to see him achieve his UEFA A licence through the Welsh FA and take that learning over to the United States. I had no doubt that Tony would go on to be a top coach and would recommend him to anyone who wants to develop within the game.”

Steve Williams
Former President, The Football Association of Wales

“I have known Tony 30 years since our days together at Wrexham Football Club. Even then he displayed a deep knowledge of the game and there was never any doubt he would go on to be a top coach. I would have no hesitation recommending Tony to anybody who was thinking about the development of their child.”

Mark Morris
U21 and Academy Goalkeeper coach, Liverpool Football Club

“I've had the privilege of playing for Tony and he truly addresses all aspects of the game in the principles he has developed. His wealth of coaching experience in the UK and US shows. He connects with players on a personal level, helping individuals and teams improve and to perform in competition whilst making every session enjoyable. From youth grade to the professional player, I highly recommend working with Tony.”

Mark Withers, Australian Pro Soccer Player
Australian Pro Soccer Player

“Coach Tony was such a positive influence on my son and his team. At the beginning of the season they looked like they were 1 level above bumble bee soccer but by the end of the season were using the entire field and playing positions properly. He connected with the kids through their passion for soccer and helped them continue to love the sport.”

Jen
Parent

“In addition to improvements in his technical skills, our son's football IQ has flourished since he started working with Coach Merola. He's not only a smarter player, he's having more fun on the pitch.”

Chad Janicek
Parent

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