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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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Fort Worth, Texas Under 6 - Under 12

Come along and have players join in and get some extra touches on the ball along with some agility work and speed drills to help improve overall fitness and physical activity levels during Thanksgiving break. This is for boys and girls aged 5-11.

The clinic will be held from 9-11am at Highland Middle school on the turf field and the price is $50 per player or $30 per morning. Please bring indoor tennis shoes as if the weather doesn't cooperate, we will move the clinic inside the school gymnasium.

Any questions please email:
wrexhamtexans@gmail.com

Payment can be made using:

Venmo:
@WrexhamTexans

Zelle:
tonymerola1@aol.com

Fort Worth, Texas All ages

If you have a business and want to support a local Youth soccer Academy, then please see the sponsorship packages we have on offer for 12 months.

GOLD PACKAGE $750:
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SILVER PACKAGE $500:
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PLATINUM PACKAGE $1000:
All items that are Gold and Silver combined into one package.

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

“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

“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

“Coach Merola's passions for his players and dedication to the game are unmatched. Any young player would love to have him as a coach as he gives many players like myself a great foundation to grow mentally, technically and tactically.”

Michael Constant
Center back, Emory University, D3

“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

“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

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