With a large squad to choose from and plenty of games to play, it was important for Pools boss Craig Hignett to rotate his side in preparation for the competitive campaign.
Scroll through the pages to find out every Hartlepool player ranked by their minutes played in pre-season...
1. Ben Killip - 444 minutes
The goalkeeper has played more than any other player despite picking up an injury against Shildon and missing the subsequent match at Newton Aycliffe. Photo: Frank Reid
2. Kenton Richardson - 429 minutes
Right-back Richardson has been one of Pools' stand-out performers so far in pre-season and has featured in all positions across the defence. Photo: Frank Reid
3. Michael Raynes - 418 minutes
The experienced central defender has been a prominent and commanding featuring in the heart of defence and has often donned the captain's armband. Photo: FRANK REID
4. Gime Toure - 362 minutes
The new summer arrival has been one of Hartlepool's more eye-catching players so far in pre-season for better or worse. His three goals and one assist in 362 minutes of football is a respectable return ahead of the season opener against his former club Sutton United. Photo: FRANK REID