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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 • Grades 1-5

The Wrexham Texans Academy are proud to launch an exciting new program that enhances student reading and physical activity levels using soccer as the vehicle to drive this initiative.

Sessions are to be delivered on school premises after school has finished and will be delivered by qualified and experienced Academy staff.

If you are a parent or teacher and feel this program will benefit your school, then get in touch.

wrexhamtexans@gmail.com

Haslet,, Texas, 76052 • Grades 1-5

The Wrexham Texans Academy are launching a new program starting November 07th from 9-10am for players in grades 1-5 who are interested in soccer. These sessions are designed for players at beginner and intermediate level with the main focus on movement, touches on the ball by changing direction and social interaction with confidence building skills. Price is $60 per player for all 4 sessions.

Fort Worth, Texas • Grades 1-5

This 5-hour program gives players from grades 2-5 the opportunity to be coached and trained after school by qualified and background checked staff from the Wrexham Texans Football Academy.

Qualified staff will visit the school on a selected day for 5 weeks to deliver an organized session containing soccer skills and agility movement.

Fort Worth, Texas • GRADES 5-6

Come train with Coach Paul Gallagher for a FREE open skills session with his U12 boys' team on Saturday November 14th at Highland Middle school from 10-1130am. Players must register online if attending using the website link below:

https://wrexhamtexans.com/programs

Fort Worth, Texas • AGES 8-18

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 $80 or 45 minutes for $70 with the option to use two turf locations we in either Haslet and Saginaw. Email us to book your reservation.
wrexhamtexans@gmail.com

Fort Worth, Texas • GRADES 3-4

Come join in with the Wrexham Texans as we look to create a 2017 girls' team and play some indoor soccer at the Game On facility in Fort Worth. Games will start November 28th. The price is $135 per player and includes all coaching fees (8 games), registration fee for the indoor along with referee fees for each game.

Fort Worth, Texas • GRADES 3-4

Come join in with the Wrexham Texans as we look to create a 2017 boys' team and play some indoor soccer at the Game On facility in Fort Worth. Games will start November 28th. The price is $135 per player and includes all coaching fees (8 games), registration fee for the indoor along with referee fees for each game.

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?

“It has been great to see Tony's pathway take him from Wrexham FC to the US. I got to witness his work last year in the NPSL on the training ground and on matchday. His passion for the game and compassion for his players shone through. I wish him well into this new venture and I wish him every success.”

Bryn Law
Premier League Football broadcaster, UK

“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

“I have know Tony for over 15 years and have always been impressed by his impact on both his programs and on his players. I've witnessed him work at all levels of football and his energy and passion for the game have always shone through.”

Eric McAleer
Senior Vice President, WorldStrides Sports

“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
Wrexham FC Academy U18's Head Coach

“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

“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

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