Time for action, Pools
Pre-season training starts soon, friendly matches follow quickly and the new season is just over five weeks away ... so is anything going to happen at Victoria Park?

Pools deny Nelson bid
Hartlepool have taken the unusual step of issuing a statement denying that they have received an offer for defender Michael Nelson.

All quiet at Pools
At a time when fans were hoping for some close-season activity, it's all gone quiet at Victoria Park as fans wonder when more new signings will arrive.

Pools switch games
Hartlepool United's continuing fascination with Friday night matches continues in the new season, with six games switched from Saturday afternoon.

Pools lack cash
A shortage of cash is hampering Hartlepool United's attempt to strengthen the squad during the close-season.

Pools start at home
Hartlepool kick-off the 2008-09 League One season with a home game against relegated Colchester, and face two promoted teams later in the opening month of the new campaign.