Ex-Hartlepool United boss Nicky Featherstone reflects on his Pools spell - as fans wait for his successor
Former Hartlepool United manager Nicky Featherstone has been reflecting on his Pools stint.
Former Hartlepool United manager Nicky Featherstone has been reflecting on his time in charge of Pools - as fans wait to see who replaces him in the dugout.
Featherstone’s managerial reign was brought to an end following the final day defeat at National League rivals Boston United and the club are currently assessing their options ahead of the first managerial appointment under new owner Landon Smith.
Football advisory firm Bromby and Partners have overseen a widespread review of all football operations at the Prestige Group Stadium in recent months and that has played a significant role in the decision to move to appointment a new manager and bring an end to Featherstone’s time in charge.
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Posting on his LinkedIn account, Featherstone posted: “Having had just over a week to reflect on what has been another season of many changes at Hartlepool United Football Club starting in a player/coach role and ending up leading the team for 32 national league games.
“The overriding feeling is pride and satisfaction. The best placed finish (9th) & highest points tally (68) in the last 19 seasons (apart from the promotion season 20/21) shows the progress made in such a short period of time. 68 points being enough to make the play offs last season.
“All after taking on a squad struggling with confidence and coping with set backs. Having to adapt and change my style of play to put the club first and get the best out of that group of players. Dealing with a change of ownership along with other changes on and off the field. Incredibly grateful for the help and support from the staff I had around me!
“It’s been some 6 months and an experience that will stand me in good stead moving forward. Lots of good things to take and many things to improve on still.”
Featherstone finished his post by adding his stats during his time in charge: 32 National League games. 44% win ratio. 1.56 points per game averaged.
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