With the 2026-27 season beginning on August 8, the supporters’ backing will be vital during what we hope will be a memorable campaign.
So why not enjoy this photographic tribute to the blue and white army?
Promotion parties, play-off heartache and fancy dress parades – they are all here for you below.

1. All smiles
Poolies celebrate the unexpected victory over promotion-chasing Nottingham Forest towards the end of the 2005-06 League One relegation season. Photo: FLR

2. Bourn identity
Poolies celebrate reaching the 2005 League One play offs with a dramatic final day draw at promotion rivals Bournemouth. Photo: FLR

3. That's Ritch
Hartlepool United supporter Doreen Mee with her signed copy of Ritchie Humphrey's testimonial brochure in 2011. Photo: FRANK REID PHOTOGRAPHER 2011

4. Stars in stripes
Hartlepool United fans ahead of the National League play-off final at Ashton Gate in 2021. Photo: Frank Reid

