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Individual Training Sessions
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 $70 and we have two turf locations we use in Haslet and Saginaw.
Fort Worth, Texas, 76104 • AGES 5-11
The Wrexham Texans Academy has partnered with the City of Forth Worth Parks and Recreation to deliver soccer specific skills at the Fire Station Community Center in Fort Worth through June. Sessions are 10-11am for ages 5-11 at the center's gymnasium every Saturday morning and is delivered by the Academy staff coaches. 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/44374?onlineSiteId=0&locale=en-US&from_original_cui=true
The Literacy Project
Fort Worth, Texas • AGES 5-11
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.
2026 Summer Series Clinics
Fort Worth, Texas, 76131 • AGES 5-11
Registration is open for the 2026 Summer Series clinics with the Wrexham Texans Academy. Dates for the first clinic are June 08-09th at Highland Middle school from 9-11am and the second one is July 27-28th. 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. This clinic is for ages 5-11 and aimed at beginners and intermediate levels. Price is $65 for each clinic with a $10 discount if you book and register for both!!
What are people saying about Coach Merola?
“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.”
“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.”
“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.”
“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.”
“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.”
“Tony Merola coached my son and with his positive coaching style and leadership, he re-built my son's confidence and restored his love of the game. His ability to connect with individuals with his passion for the game is hard to find.”
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