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...
5. Nicky Featherstone - 353 minutes
The central midfield position one of the most competitive areas of the Hartlepool squad going into the new season and it's Featherstone who has featured most prominently in the position during the friendly matches, scoring once and providing an assist. Photo: Frank Reid
6. Gavan Holohan - 340 minutes
Another player having to compete for the centre-midfield position, Holohan has a goal and an assist to his name in what has been a solid pre-season for the Irishman. Photo: Frank Reid
7. Luke James - 330 minutes
With three goals and two assists in pre-season, Luke James has been one of Pools' biggest forward threats as he looks to secure his place in the starting XI for Sutton. Photo: FRANK REID
8. Niko Muir - 313 minutes
Plenty of near misses and denials by the woodwork have marked a frustrating pre-season for the striker before he eventually found the net in the behind closed doors match against Sunderland. Photo: Frank Reid