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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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Haslet, Texas, 76052 AGES 18+

Come join in with former pro soccer player Coach Tony Merola for a speed and agilty session for 45 minutes on the grass outside the amenity center. The session will involve a dynamic warm up then continue with some interval training based on ideas and drills delivered by Coach Merola.

Fort Worth, Texas, Texas AGES 7-10

Enhance and improve technical development with this 75-minute session every Wednesday in April from 6-715pm at Highland Middle school on the turf field for players in GRADES 1-3. Sessions are tailored to maximize touches on the ball and improve agility and physical fitness using the ball. The price is $50 per player or $20 per session.
Session dates are:
April 15, 22 and 29.

Haslet, 76052, Texas AGES 7-10

Enhance and improve technical development with this 75-minute session every Wednesday in April from 6-715pm at Leo Adams Middle school on the turf field for players in GRADES 1-3. Sessions are tailored to maximize touches on the ball and improve agility and physical fitness using the ball. The price is $50 per player for all 3 sessions or $20 per individual session.
Session dates are:
April 15, 22 and 29.

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 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.

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?

“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 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

“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

“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

“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

“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

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