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Mickey Barron and Neale Cooper shout instruction from the side lines. Picture by FRANK REID

Hartlepool United’s stars warned by coach Micky Barron to improve – or be dropped to reserves

MICKY Barron admits some of Hartlepool United’s senior stars could face up to “a month in the reserves” if they don’t take the chance to impress manager Neale Cooper.

Hartlepool United Reserves V Rotherham Reserves at Bedford Terrace, Billingham.

HARTLEPOOL UNITED RESERVES 0 ROTHERHAM UNITED RESERVES 1

IT wasn’t just Samuel Adjei and Steven Irwin on trial for Hartlepool United

Neale Cooper made a big declaration ahead of Saturday's Notts County game.

Neale Cooper reveals ‘declaration’ helped inspire his Hartlepool United team to beat Notts County 3-0

NEALE Cooper has transformed Hartlepool United’s fortunes at Victoria Park after revealing he delivered a stinging message to his players: “We’re in charge of this place, no one else”.

Gary Liddle is the only potential injury doubt for Wycombe game. Picture by FRANK REID

Hartlepool United boss Neale Cooper could have unchanged side for Wycombe Wanderers trip

HARTLEPOOL United boss Neale Cooper looks set to name an unchanged team for the fifth game in a row at bottom club Wycombe Wanderers this weekend, writes CRAIG HOPE.

Adam Boyd passes the ball during Pools 3-0 win over Leeds United at Victoria Park.

Photograph by BERNADETTE MALCOLMSON

Adam Boyd set for reserve-team action

ADAM Boyd will get another chance to prove his fitness when Hartlepool United reserves return to action tomorrow afternoon.

Antony Sweeney skips past a diving Notts County player. Picture by FRANK REID

Tony Sweeney has regrets but refuses to rule out play-off push

TONY Sweeney admits there is a haunting feeling of “what if?” among the Hartlepool United squad – but has not ruled out a late assault on the play-offs.

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TRANSFER RUMOURS: Monday, Feb 20 - Everton, Wolves, Chelsea, Liverpool, Rangers, Spurs, Roy Keane

Los Angeles Galaxy striker Robbie Keane is considering returning to Aston Villa in the summer – the Mirror

Antony Sweeney turns away to celebrate in front of the Pools fans. Picture by FRANK REID

Hartlepool boss Neale Cooper still looks to strengthen side, despite ‘perfect’ 3-0 win over Notts County

NEALE Cooper is today reflecting on a “perfect” home win – but he still wants to strengthen his side ahead of a late-season play-off charge.

Gary Liddle gets elbowed in the face while trying to win a header. Picture by FRANK REID

Hartlepool boss Neale Cooper says spirit played big part in 3-0 hammering of Notts County

NEALE Cooper believes the spirit and willingness of his players to fight for each other was the key to Saturday’s 3-0 crushing of Notts County.

Antony Sweeney scores his first goal. Picture by FRANK REID

Hartlepool United’s Tony Sweeney says his brace against Notts County was ‘payback for a spanking’

TONY Sweeney admits his goals in the 3-0 win over Notts County were “payback” for the “spanking” Hartlepool United took in the reverse fixture on national television.

CRAIG HOPE

FRANK AND HOPEFUL: County tied in Notts video

CHIEF sports writer, Craig Hope and photographer, Frank Reid are back to reflect on Saturday’s 3-0 victory over Notts County.

Hartlepool Utd 3 Notts County 0: Sweeney gets Pools on the move

Hartlepool United shot up five places to ninth in League One thanks to a comprehensive 3-0 victory over Notts County at Victoria Park, writes CRAIG HOPE.

CATS RETURN ... Sunderland's Ryan Noble has returned from a loan spell at Derby County.

Pools could make loan move for SAFC ace Ryan Noble

HARTLEPOOL United could make a loan move for Sunderland striker Ryan Noble, writes CRAIG HOPE.

Hartlepool United manager Neale Cooper

Notts County win can help unwind Hartlepool Utd boss

NEALE Cooper isn’t scared to unleash his angry side, as his players have now discovered – but he hopes it’s back to laughing and joking come tomorrow tea-time.

Adam Boyd

Hartlepool Utd star striker to go out on loan

ADAM Boyd has been made available for loan by Hartlepool United.

Hartlepool United manager Neale Cooper

Hartlepool Utd star needs to put in extra work

NEALE Cooper says Nathan Luscombe needs to do “extra work” on the training ground at Maiden Castle before returning to the first-team fold, writes CRAIG HOPE.

HEAD BOY: James Brown heads the ball forward. Picture by FRANK REID

Hartlepool Utd star Brown to replay faith ahead of Notts County clash

JAMES Brown would have had no complaints had he been dumped by Hartlepool United during the summer – but now he is determined to repay their faith.

CRAIG HOPE

FRANK AND HOPEFUL: Deep-ly frustrating night for Pools video

THE Mail’s chief sports writer, Craig Hope and photographer, Frank Reid gather in the newsroom to reflect on Tuesday’s 1-0 defeat at Preston North End’s Deepdale home.

James Brown takes a shot on goal against Preston. Picture by FRANK REID

Hartlepool United’s James Brown shocked to end up losing against Preston North End

JAMES Brown was still taking his place on the visiting bench when Preston North End stole victory at Deepdale.

Hartlepool United manager Neale Cooper

Hartlepool boss Neale Cooper ‘raging’ after defeat to Preston North End

NEALE Cooper will today intensify his search for a new striker after leaving Preston in a “rage” last night.

Neil Austin jumps highest to win the ball. Picture by FRANK REID

FULL-TIME REPORT: Pools dominate but are beaten at Preston

HARTLEPOOL United failed to make their first-half superiority pay as Preston North End stole the only goal 14 minutes from time.

ACTION MAN: Paul Murray in action against Bournemouth. Picture By Frank Reid

Pools ace Murray out to inflict more misery on Preston

PRESTON resident Paul Murray is well aware of the problems within the town’s troubled football club – and he wants Hartlepool United to take full advantage tonight (kick off 7.45pm).

CRAIG HOPE

FRANK AND HOPEFUL: Drawing on positives video

THE Mail’s chief sports writer, Craig Hope and photographer, Frank Reid gather in the newsroom to reflect on the weekend stalemate against Bournemouth.

Neale Cooper made a big declaration ahead of Saturday's Notts County game.

Hartlepool United boss Neale Cooper in great spirits for Preston North End game

NEALE Cooper believes momentum is building with his Hartlepool United side heading into tomorrow’s game at Preston North End.

Luke James attracted a host of scouts to watch him against Bournemouth. Picture By Frank Reid

Hartlepool United’s Luke James attracts 21 scouts to Victoria Park for Bournemouth game

NEALE Cooper has revealed that there were 21 scouts at Victoria Park to run the rule over teenage ace Luke James at the weekend.

Paul Murray wants to keep on playing at 36. Picture By Frank Reid

Hartlepool’s Paul Murray wants to play on into next season

PAUL Murray has for the first time declared his intention to play on beyond the end of this season – and he’d like that to be at Hartlepool United.

Hartlepool Utd 0 Bournemouth 0: Point takes Pools into top 10

Hartlepool United extended their unbeaten run to five matches following a dour stalemate with Bournemouth, writes Craig Hope.

Hartlepool United manager Neale Cooper

Hartlepool Utd v Bournemouth is on after pitch inspection

Hartlepool United’s match against Bournemouth will go ahead as scheduled after the pitch at Victoria Park passed an inspection today at lunchtime.

Neale Cooper

Boss confident Hartlepool Utd will handle conditions for Bournemouth visit

NEALE Cooper is confident his “hardy bunch” will handle tomorrow’s Arctic conditions – but for the Pools manager it will be like an afternoon in the tropics.

Steve Haslam plays the ball. Picture By Frank Reid

Steady Steve won’t bang on Hartlepool Utd boss’s door

AT 32 years old, Steve Haslam isn’t about to start twisting his face when he’s left out of the first-team.

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Scott Flinders scores his goal against Boutnemouth. Picture by FRANK REID

Hartlepool Utd keeper relives his goal against Bournemouth

“OH my God – this ball is coming towards me”.

Neale Cooper

Boss wants Hartlepool Utd to beat Bournemouth just like Carlisle

NEALE Cooper has another play-off rival in his sights – and the Pools boss wants to dispose of Bournemouth in much the same manner which sent Carlisle United packing a fortnight ago.

Paul Murray reminds his boss of a mini Cooper.

Hartlepool boss Neale Cooper hails Paul Murray as a mirror image of himself as a player

NEALE Cooper wouldn’t be the first manager to laud the merits of Paul Murray – but the Pools boss admits he sees something of himself in the midfield terrier.

Neale Cooper is itching to get playing against Bournemouth at the weekend.

Hartlepool United confident Bournemouth game at Victoria Park will beat the freeze

HARTLEPOOL United are confident that Saturday’s game with Bournemouth will survive the adverse weather – and Neale Cooper certainly hopes that is the case.

James Poole celebrates after his winning goal against Oldham Athletic.

Hartlepool United striker James Poole will see specialist to end injury misery

JAMES Poole will today visit a specialist in a bid to end his drawn-out injury saga.

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FRANK AND HOPEFUL: A free-ze weekend! video

POOLS’ game at Bury might not have beaten the Arctic blast, but our boys Craig Hope and Frank Reid aren’t put off by the winter weather - albeit bringing you their latest video blog from the warmth of the Mail newsroom!

Antony Sweeney runs to the Pools fans after his goal against Carlisle United. Picture By Frank Reid

It’s smiles better for Pools star Sweeney with boss Cooper

NEALE Cooper has managed to transform the fortunes of Hartlepool United and the majority if its players – but none more so than Antony Sweeney.

Neale Cooper's squad is helping him point out the best players.

Hartlepool United’s players help boss Neale Cooper in scouting for players

NEALE Cooper has revealed his new scouting system for Hartlepool United – his players.

Another Pools match frozen off

HARTLEPOOL United’s reserve-team trip to Scunthorpe tomorrow has been frozen off.

Hartlepool United manager Neale Cooper rallying the Pools players from his dug out. Picture by FRANK REID

Hartlepool Utd boss eyes win at Bury to ignite play-offs push

WIN at Bury tomorrow and the play-off dream is alive.

Hartlepool United’s trip to Bury postponed

HARTLEPOOL United’s League One trip to Bury tomorrow has been postponed because of a frozen pitch.

Colin Nish scores against Carlisle. Picture By Frank Reid

Hartlepool United’s Colin Nish told to shed “lazy” look by boss Neale Cooper

COLIN Nish must shed his “lazy” look if he is to win over the Hartlepool United supporters.

Nolberton Solano plays the ball. Hartlepool United V Scunthorpe United League1 1-2. Photographs by Frank Reid.

Nobby Solano set to join coaching staff at Newcastle Benfield

NOBBY Solano looks set to join Northern League outfit Newcastle Benfield in a coaching capacity until the end of the season.

Nolberto Solano turns away after putting Pools 1-0 up against Bury. Picture by FRANK REID

Exclusive: Pools ace and former NUFC star Nobby Solano set to call time on playing career

NOBBY Solano looks set to call time on his illustrious 20-year playing career – meaning he has played his last game for Hartlepool United.

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CHEEKY OFFER ... Nobby Solano.

Nobby Solano attracts interest from Northern League South Shields

NOBBY Solano is attracting interest from non-league minnows South Shields.

Sam Collins is strong to win a header. Picture By Frank Reid

Sam Collins insists Pools are looking up under Neale Cooper

SAM Collins insists Hartlepool United are now looking in only one direction, having clawed themselves into the top half of League One, writes CRAIG HOPE.

Neale Cooper during his first game back in charge of Hartlepool United FC. Picture by FRANK REID

Neale Cooper’s striker search continues but current stars could change his mind

NEALE Cooper’s striker search is continuing – for now.

CRAIG HOPE

FRANK AND HOPEFUL: Pools Luke-ing Up! video

THE Mail’s chief sports writer Craig Hope and photographer Frank Reid are back to discuss Saturday’s 4-0 thumping of Carlisle United ...

Luke James scores his second goal against Carlisle. Picture By Frank Reid

Hartlepool United’s teen star Luke James says two-goal blast against Carlisle ‘feels like a dream’

LUKE James admits that Saturday’s double blast in the 4-0 victory over Carlisle United was even better than his stunning debut strike – but it still all feels like a dream to the teenager, writes CRAIG HOPE.

Evan Horwood is left in pain on the Victoria Ground pitch. Picture By Frank Reid

Hartlepool United’s Evan Horwood escapes serious injury in Carlisle United game

EVAN Horwood has escaped serious injury despite leaving Victoria Park on crutches following Saturday’s 4-0 win over his former club Carlisle United.

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