John Askey’s side have won seven, lost seven and drawn one of their 15 games following their return to the National League as they occupy seventh place in the table.
Askey’s side were able to head into their mini-break from league football on the back of a 3-1 win over Eastleigh but who has stood out for Pools this season?
Here’s how Hartlepool have fared so far:
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Hartlepool United are around a third of the way through their National League campaign. Photo: Frank Reid
. Joel Dixon - 6
Dixon was handed the No.1 shirt and started the season for Askey’s side but was replaced by Pete Jameson after six games. Showed some decent distribution on occasion but was beaten a little too easily for some of the goals conceded in the opening month of the season. Will now have to wait for another opportunity. Photo: Frank Reid
. Pete Jameson - 6.5
Excellent debut against Wealdstone before struggling in the defeats at Oxford City and against Woking. Askey has kept faith in him since, however, and he is the first goalkeeper to keep a clean sheet since Jakub Stolarczyk back in February. Photo: FRANK REID 2022
. Charlie Seaman - 6.5
Made a hugely impressive start to his Hartlepool loan with two stunning goals against Maidenhead and Southend. Offered a good outlet on the right and made the position his own. Tailed off slightly in recent weeks which has seen him drop out of the side but a solid enough first third of the campaign from the Doncaster Rovers loanee. Photo: FRANK REID 2022
. Luke Hendrie - 6
Enjoyed a very strong return against Wealdstone. Looked comfortable and composed and just what Pools needed before a shaky display in the defeat at Oxford. Has been a little bit erratic at times but was back to his very best against Eastleigh having moved over to the wing-back role. Should still prove to be a good loan move. Photo: FRANK REID 2022
. Dan Dodds - 7
Struggled on the opening day at Barnet before returning to form thereafter with a particularly strong display against AFC Fylde. Unfortunately that game will prove to be his last this season after picking up an ACL injury. Photo: FRANK REID NATIONALWORLD 2022
. Zak Johnson - 6.5
Brought in on a short-term loan deal from Sunderland but has complimented the defence quite well and looks ahead of his years in terms of performance. Photo: Frank Reid
. Emmanuel Onariase - 6.5
One of just two players to start all 15 league games so far following his summer arrival. Started really solidly before losing a little bit of form like the rest of his team-mates in September. Excellent in his most recent league outing against Eastleigh. Looks to be a decent addition all told. Photo: FRANK REID NATIONALWORLD 2022
. Matt Dolan - NA
Has yet to start a league game this season, making just three substitute appearances totalling less than 60 minutes. Was kept out with a slight fitness issue recently but has otherwise been available. Seems unfortunate he has not been considered more at times this season. Photo: FRANK REID
. Alex Lacey - 6.5
Has had one or two fitness issues - albeit fairly innocuous ones - which has meant he has missed a handful of games. Pools have looked slightly better defensively when he has been in it, though. Photo: Frank Reid
. Kieran Burton - NA
Made just one start since his summer arrival which came in the 2-2 draw at Altrincham where he did okay with a fine assist. Two substitute appearances beyond that in the league. Finding it difficult to break into the side, currently. Photo: FRANK REID
1. Joel Dixon - 6
Dixon was handed the No.1 shirt and started the season for Askey’s side but was replaced by Pete Jameson after six games. Showed some decent distribution on occasion but was beaten a little too easily for some of the goals conceded in the opening month of the season. Will now have to wait for another opportunity. Photo: Frank Reid
2. Pete Jameson - 6.5
Excellent debut against Wealdstone before struggling in the defeats at Oxford City and against Woking. Askey has kept faith in him since, however, and he is the first goalkeeper to keep a clean sheet since Jakub Stolarczyk back in February. Photo: FRANK REID 2022
3. Charlie Seaman - 6.5
Made a hugely impressive start to his Hartlepool loan with two stunning goals against Maidenhead and Southend. Offered a good outlet on the right and made the position his own. Tailed off slightly in recent weeks which has seen him drop out of the side but a solid enough first third of the campaign from the Doncaster Rovers loanee. Photo: FRANK REID 2022
4. Luke Hendrie - 6
Enjoyed a very strong return against Wealdstone. Looked comfortable and composed and just what Pools needed before a shaky display in the defeat at Oxford. Has been a little bit erratic at times but was back to his very best against Eastleigh having moved over to the wing-back role. Should still prove to be a good loan move. Photo: FRANK REID 2022