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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 13th, 20, 27 and April 03rd 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.
Spring Break Clinic 2026
Fort Worth, Texas • Under 6 - Under 12
Registration is open for the 2026 Spring Break clinic on Tuesday 17th and Wednesday 18th March from 9-11am at Highland Middle school for players of all abilities aged 5-11.
Price is $60 or $35 per session. Please make sure to bring indoor and outdoor footwear as if the weather changes drastically we can go inside and use the indoor gym. We will also have a 10-minute snack break at 10am so please make sure to pack some light snacks and water.
Payment can be made using Venmo:
@WrexhamTexans
Or Zelle using:
tonymerola1@aol.com
Places will only be secured once payment is received as we will need to cap this clinic at 16 registered and paid players.
Fort Worth, Texas, Texas • Under 6 - Under 12
Enhance and improve technical development with this 75-minute session every Wednesday in March from 6-715pm indoors at Highland Middle school. Sessions are tailored to maximize touches on the ball and improve agility and physical fitness using the ball. The price is $65 per player.
Session dates are:
March 04, 11, 18, & 25.
Individual Training Sessions
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.
The Literacy Project
Fort Worth, Texas • Under 8 - Under 13
The Wrexham Texans Football Academy (WTFA) Literacy Project is a program created to support local Elementary and Middle schools using football (soccer) as a vehicle to promote reading and writing levels in both boys and girls. The project has and continues to be implemented throughout the City of Fort Worth Parks and Rec Department during the summer months at community centers across the city. To date, almost 200 children have had access to the project which has elevated reading levels while also improving physical activity levels using the game of soccer to enhance this.
What are people saying about Coach Merola?
“Whilst playing ECNL under Coach Merola he helped me develop my game as an offensive minded player which helped open up pathways for me to play in England. The knowledge he has of the game and experience of working with all kinds players makes him an excellent coach that anyone would be lucky to play for.”
“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.”
“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.”
“Tony's coaching philosophy goes beyond the pitch, creating an environment that fosters not only technical prowess but also instills values such as teamwork, discipline, and a genuine love for the game. It's evident that he nurtures individual players with a deep understanding of the game.”
“Coach Merola has been instrumental in nurturing my daughter's soccer skills. His dedication, encouraging approach and ability to create a supportive environment has greatly contributed to her growth as a player.I wholeheartedly recommend Coach Merola for his outstanding coaching abilities and positive impact on young athletes.”
“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.”
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