Adam Smith

Hartlepool United head coach Pete Wild.

HUFC beaten 3-1 at AFC Fylde to end recent National League winning run

Hartlepool United goalkeeper-coach Adam Smith.

Lee Clark 'delighted' as player-coach Adam Smith agrees new Pools deal

Adam Smith reveals Lee Clark impact after signing new Pools deal

Hartlepool United face Boston United away.

Featherstone names his final HUFC XI ahead of Boston United test

The 26-year-old has made a promising start to life at Victoria Park, keeping two clean sheets in his first three Pools appearances. Picture by Frank Reid.

Hartlepool United defender hails new Pools goalkeeper as 'top class'

The 26-year-old goalkeeper is set to go straight into the starting XI as Pools prepare to entertain Altrincham this weekend in what will be their first home game since American businessman and investor Landon Smith completed his takeover of the club. Picture by Frank Reid.

New Hartlepool United goalkeeper 'buzzing' after signing for 'massive club'

Pools have completed the signing of former Solihull Moors and Barnet goalkeeper Nick Hayes, who joins on a permanent deal from National League play-off chasers Southend. Picture by Frank Reid.

Hartlepool United complete permanent signing of Southend United goalkeeper

Southend boss Kevin Maher has confirmed that Pools target Nick Hayes is set to leave Roots Hall. Picture by Frank Reid.

Southend United boss confirms Hartlepool United target set to leave

The Hartlepool Mail understands that Pools are working on a deal to sign out of favour Southend goalkeeper Nick Hayes in a bid to replace George Evans in time for Saturday's much-anticipated visit of Altrincham. Picture by Frank Reid.

Hartlepool United working on a deal to sign Southend United goalkeeper

Out of form frontman Danny Johnson is bidding to end a run of 21 matches without scoring having been handed his first Pools start since November 4. Picture by Frank Reid.

Hartlepool United make four changes for Anstey Nomads clash

New Pools boss Nicky Featherstone has hailed the "absolutely brilliant" impact of "top-drawer" assistant Elliott Dickman. Picture by Frank Reid.

Hartlepool United boss hails "brilliant" impact of "top-drawer" Elliott Dickman

Pools have confirmed that first team coach Elliott Dickman has signed a contract extension until the end of the season, with the club holding an option to extend the former South Shields manager's deal. Picture by Frank Reid.

Hartlepool United first team coach signs contract extension

The 20-year-old, who spent time on loan at Pools towards the back end of last season, has signed for National League North rivals Darlington. Picture by Getty Images.

Former Pools goalkeeper completes NLN switch

Teenage attacker Kian Foreman, who celebrated his 18th birthday and signed his first professional contract at the weekend, has been handed his first Pools start ahead of Tuesday night's FA Cup replay against Northern Premier League Premier Division side Gainsborough Trinity. Picture by Frank Reid.

Pools make four changes for FA Cup replay as teenager handed first start

The impressive Hull loanee, who has kept seven clean sheets in his first 13 Pools appearances, was forced off 38 minutes into Wednesday's defeat to rivals Carlisle with a thigh injury. Picture by Adam Cook/The Corner Photography.

Grayson "gutted" following injury to impressive Cartwright

The Hull loanee has made an impressive start to life at Victoria Park, keeping six clean sheets in nine games and being named in the National League team of the week on three separate occasions. Picture by Phil Mingo/PPAUK.

Pools boss discusses future of "brilliant" Hull loanee
Hartlepool United manager Simon Grayson has hailed goalkeeper Harvey Cartwright's "brilliant" start to the season.
Robbie Stelling

The young goalkeeper impressed with his command of his area as he kept a clean sheet on his debut in Saturday's 0-0 draw with Yeovil. Picture by Phil Mingo/PPAUK.

New Pools goalkeeper vows to dominate area after confident debut display

Cartwright produced an impressive performance on his Pools debut at the weekend, keeping a clean sheet despite only having trained with his new teammates twice. Picture by Phil Mingo/PPAUK.

Cartwright relishing latest challenge after impressive debut performance

The goalkeeper, who impressed with an assured performance as he kept a clean sheet on his debut, hailed Saturday's stalemate with Yeovil as "something to build on". Picture by Phil Mingo/PPAUK.

Cartwright hails opening day draw as "something to build on"

The veteran goalkeeper, who had been strongly linked with a move to Pools this summer, has signed for Championship side Swansea City. Picture by Mark Fletcher.

Goalkeeper completes Championship move amid Pools links

Hartlepool United have revealed their squad numbers ahead of the new National League season. Picture by Frank Reid.

Pools reveal squad numbers ahead of new NL season

Pools have completed the signing of Harvey Cartwright from Championship side Hull City. Picture by Frank Reid.

Pools complete signing of goalkeeper from Championship side

With less than a week to go until Pools begin their new National League campaign with a long trip to Yeovil, Adam Smith remains the club's only available option in-between the sticks. Picture by Frank Reid.

Hartlepool United's hunt for a goalkeeper goes on - should fans be concerned?

Pools boss insists he won't be rushed into decision on new goalkeeper

Pools have made nine new signings in what looks to have been a really strong summer of recruitment - and the addition of a goalkeeper has the potential to be the "icing on the cake". Picture by Adam Cook/The Corner Photography.

Simon Grayson - '90 per cent' of Hartlepool United squad already in place

We've taken a look at what we think might be Hartlepool United's best available XI ahead of the new season. Do you agree?

Is this Hartlepool United's strongest available XI ahead of the new season?

Experienced goalkeeper Adam Smith made 31 appearances last season but endured a difficult end to the campaign and the expectation is that Pools will recruit a new number one this summer. Picture by Frank Reid.

Hartlepool United manager reveals Pools remain in market for new goalkeeper
Hartlepool United manager Simon Grayson has revealed that Pools remain in the market for a new goalkeeper.
Robbie Stelling

We've taken a look at some potential goalkeeping options Pools might look to recruit between now and the beginning of the new season. Who would be your pick from this list?

Six goalkeepers Hartlepool United could sign this summer

Pools look to have decent competition for places in most areas of the pitch following a productive few weeks in the transfer market. Picture by Adam Cook/The Corner Photography.

Pools boss expecting "tough decisions" when naming team ahead of new season

The former Pools goalkeeper, who produced a man-of-the-match performance against his old side in midweek, has been discussing the controversial manner of his departure. Picture by Mark Fletcher/Alamy.

Josh Mazfari discusses Pools departure and future plans

Pools are looking to make it three wins from three in pre-season when they travel to Northern Premier League Division One East side Redcar Athletic on Tuesday. Picture by Frank Reid.

Pools prepare for pre-season trip to Redcar - here's all you need to know

Hartlepool United have made a decent start to their summer transfer business - but there is still lots of work to be done. Picture by Frank Reid.

Where do Pools still need to strengthen - and who should they sign?

Hartlepool United's pre-season trip to Redcar Athletic next month is now set to kick-off 45 minutes earlier than originally planned. Picture by Frank Reid.

Pre-season trip to Redcar to kick off earlier than planned

Could departing Everton goalkeeper be on Pools' radar this summer?

The 23-year-old made 10 Pools appearances last season, keeping four clean sheets, before losing his place to Adam Smith and being recalled by parent club Leicester. Picture by Frank Reid.

Ex-Pools goalkeeper among 11 players released by relegated Premier League side

HUFC defender names the goalkeeper he thinks has been 'brilliant'

David Ferguson opened the scoring for Pools, turning home his third goal of a challenging season after good work from Reyes Cleary down the left flank. Picture by Frank Reid.

Doidge denies Pools final day victory with late equaliser

The embattled goalkeeper made a number of errors in Saturday's thumping defeat at the hands of promotion-chasing Rochdale, conceding the penalty that led to Devante Rodney's opener after tripping Ipswich loanee Leon Ayinde. Picture by Frank Reid.

Limbrick leaps to Smith's defence after error-laden display in Dale defeat

Luke Charman put Pools in front with his first goal since January, capitalising on a mistake from Gateshead goalkeeper Tiernan Brooks. Picture by Frank Reid.

Pools dent Gateshead's play-off hopes with impressive win

The 20-year-old goalkeeper has kept a remarkable 26 clean sheets in 41 games, conceding just 24 goals, helping Redcar Athletic to all but secure the Northern League Division One title. Picture by Frank Reid.

Pools youngster edges closer to lifting title as loan spell draws to close

The experienced goalkeeper is determined to help Pools return to the Football League. Picture by Frank Reid.

Smith feels it would be "stupid" if Pools didn't target Football League return

Sam Folarin scored a late winner for Pools, heading home his first goal for his new side in the 94th minute after Reyes Cleary's cross rebounded into his path. Picture by Frank Reid.

Folarin's added time header secures Pools third successive win

The experienced goalkeeper has started all 11 games since Anthony Limbrick replaced Lennie Lawrence, keeping a clean sheet in last week's hard-fought win over play-off chasing Halifax. Picture by Frank Reid.

Pools goalkeeper hails "brilliant" impact of Limbrick and Skelton

The teenager signed for Pools last week to provide cover and competition for Adam Smith until the end of the season. Picture by Hartlepool United Football Club.

Smith full of praise for Leeds United goalkeeper with "loads of potential"

Since being restored to the side at the beginning of last month, Ferguson is credited as being instrumental in Cleary's impressive development. Picture by Frank Reid.

Ferguson hailed as instrumental in West Brom loanee's development

The experienced goalkeeper kept his first clean sheet in eight matches as Pools beat play-off chasing Halifax last week. Picture by Frank Reid.

Pools head coach delighted with Adam Smith

The Leeds United goalkeeper signed on loan for Pools following the departure of Owen Foster last month. Picture by Hartlepool United Football Club.

Pools head coach delighted with signing of "big character" from Leeds

Reyes Cleary continued his fine scoring form, lashing home his third goal in four games five minutes before half time. Picture by Frank Reid.

Cleary's strike secures battling Pools win over Halifax

Young goalkeeper Owen Foster, who spent last month on loan at Pools, has signed for National League South title-chasers Torquay. Picture by Frank Reid.

Former Pools goalkeeper signs for National League South side

The Pools head coach has been impressed with the progress of young goalkeeper Josh Mazfari, who has kept 24 clean sheets on loan at Northern League Division One leaders Redcar Athletic this season. Picture by Frank Reid.

Pools head coach talks up Mazfari's chances as club's future number one keeper

The Pools head coach admitted his side were "close" to signing a new goalkeeper following the departure of Owen Foster. Picture by Frank Reid.

Pools "close" to signing new goalkeeper

The Boston frontman, who scored in both games against Pools this season, has backed his side to bounce back when they host play-off chasing Southend on Tuesday night. Picture by Chris Bray/Getty Images.

Pilgrims frontman upbeat despite "disappointing" Pools loss

Young goalkeeper Owen Foster, who has been acting as back-up to Adam Smith in recent weeks, was not in the Pools squad for Saturday's emphatic win over Boston United. Picture by Frank Reid.

Pools head coach explains goalkeeper's absence in Boston win

Dixon, who is out of contract this summer, needs surgery on a knee injury and is likely to have played his last game for Pools. Picture by Frank Reid.

Goalkeeper needs surgery and set to miss remainder of season

Pools have dropped 11 points from winning positions in the first nine matches of new head coach Anthony Limbrick's tenure. Picture by Frank Reid.

No concerns over mentality after Pools drop more points from winning position

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