Bailey Cadamarteri has described Wrexham’s pre-season trip to the United States as a valuable test that will prepare the squad for the rigours of the forthcoming Championship campaign. The striker opened his account for the club in last weekend’s 3-2 friendly victory over Leeds United in Tampa, a result that has underlined the progress manager Phil Parkinson’s side have made during the close season.
Heat, hard work and team cohesion
Cadamarteri said the intense heat at training grounds has been a challenge but believes enduring those conditions together is beneficial.
“It’s a good experience… the training’s hot. Sometimes it’s hard to breathe, but we’re all getting through it together,”
He added that confronting tough conditions away from home helps to “do the hard yards” that a demanding Championship season will require, and that the squad must work harder for one another if they intend to achieve “special things.” Those sentiments reflect a focus on physical preparation and collective responsibility as Wrexham transition into a higher level of competition.
Testing themselves against top opposition
The tour has pitted the Reds against notable Premier League opponents. Alongside the win over Leeds, Wrexham have fixtures against Liverpool and Sunderland on the itinerary, with the trip due to conclude in Philadelphia. Cadamarteri noted the value of those matches for both performance and exposure.
- 3-2 friendly win over Leeds United in Tampa — Cadamarteri scored his first goal for Wrexham.
- Further friendlies scheduled against Liverpool and Sunderland.
- Tour set to finish with a match in Philadelphia.
Growing global support and local capacity
Cadamarteri also commented on the scale of Wrexham’s following overseas, a growth he has witnessed firsthand since the club attracted international attention under the stewardship of Ryan Reynolds and Rob McElhenney. He welcomed news of a new stand being constructed at The Racecourse, noting that increased capacity will allow more supporters to attend matches back home.
While the tour’s headline moments are the results and high-profile opponents, the forward emphasised the quieter gains: building relationships within the squad and creating the on-field understanding that pre-season seeks to cultivate. He said this foundation is essential as the team aim to begin the Championship campaign strongly.
| Event | Details |
|---|---|
| Recent friendly | 3-2 win vs Leeds United in Tampa (Cadamarteri scored) |
| Upcoming tests | Matches scheduled against Liverpool and Sunderland |
| Tour finale | Match in Philadelphia |
As Wrexham prepare for the Championship, the club’s American tour offers both challenging opposition and conditions that the players hope will translate into resilience and unity when the domestic season begins. For supporters in Wrexham and beyond, the trip serves as a reminder of the club’s growing profile — and of the practical steps being taken to ensure the squad is ready for the demands ahead.
