What is the Wrexham Texans Football Academy?
Learn about our values and our approach to teaching
Programs for 6-10 year olds
Programs for 11-18 year olds
Welcome to the
Wrexham Texans
Welcome to the Wrexham Texans Football Academy. Our platform supports player development in their technical proficiencies which in turn enhances their decision making capabilities further down the line. With a structured yet flexible curriculum and principles of play to support the Academy's Game Model, the WTFA offers coaching that supports the 'how' before the 'why'. Based on methods from the now World famous Wrexham Football Club, the Wrexham Texans brings a new direction for player development that has seen players from the UK gain professional contracts and youth team players in the US attend their College of choice.
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Upcoming Events

Fort Worth, Texas 6U - U8

Come practice with Coach Tony Merola on Friday nights from 530pm-630pm at Highland Middle school starting February 21st for 4 weeks. Players will improve their first touch and dribbling skills along with gaining lots of physical activity in a fun and safe environment. The price is $55 for all 4 sessions, or you can pay for $15 per individual session.

Fort Worth, Texas 6U - U8

Come practice with Coach Tony Merola on Friday nights from 530pm-630pm at Highland Middle school starting February 21st for 4 weeks. Players will improve their first touch and dribbling skills along with gaining lots of physical activity in a fun and safe environment. The price is $55 for all 4 sessions, or you can pay for $15 per individual session.

Fort Worth, Texas 7U - 12U

This program is designed to meet and improve individual player needs from a technical perspective of ages 6-11. Players will learn new tricks and turns and improve their balance, agility and coordination through carefully planned stations. The Saturday morning Dragon skills sessions are prepared for players of beginners and intermediate levels.

Fort Worth, Texas 9U - 18U

Hone your skills through a customized training program designed to suit your current skill level. You can have a full hour of detail and reps from Coach Merola for $70.

Fort Worth, Texas 8U - 11U

Female players born in 2017, 2016 and 2015 are welcome to come out and train together with Coach Tony Merola to enhance and develop their technique. Sessions are tailored to maximize touches on the ball while improving balance and coordination within each player that is specific to movement that occurs in a game. $15 per session for 1 hour from 530pm-630pm indoor so make sure to bring tennis shoes. NO CLEATS.

Fort Worth, Texas All ages

Purchase an official Wrexham Texans Football Academy sweatshirt. Sizes are Adult large in black or gray and children's sizes are Youth large and in black only.
$40 for adults and $30 for kids.
We have limited stock so place order quickly before they all go!

Fort Worth, Texas 7U - 12U

Registration is open for the Spring break 3-day clinic on Monday March 17th to Wednesday March 19th 17th from 9-12pm. Sessions will maximize touches on the ball and improve technical elements such as dribbling, passing and scoring goals. Speed and agility work will also be included along with some balance and changing direction games. Price is $105 per player with a $10 discount for each sibling attending.

Fort Worth, Texas 17U - 18U

The Wrexham Texans Football Academy bring you a FREE 2-hour soccer ID clinic on Sunday April 06th at Highland Middle school from 12-2pm. The purpose is to identify local talented High school players that are currently looking to play the next level or make connections in Europe.

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?

“Tony has an easy manner and an enthusiastic approach that brings out the best in players of all ages and abilities. He is dedicated to developing skills, nurturing talent and sharing his love of football.”

Craig Knight
Wales National team U17 Head Coach

“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

“Myself and Tony have know each other since our Wrexham Football Club days. Tony has a rich history of developing many youngsters which have gone on to be professional footballers. He understands the technical needs of players which provides the platform for them to flourish in the future.”

Lee Jones
First team scout, Middlesbrough Football Club

“Tony is hands down one of the most passionate and compassionate coaches I have had the privilege of working with. I have seen first hand his training methods and he is one I fully trust to train my groups.”

Rusty Oglesby
President, United Soccer Coaches

“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 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

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