Hartlepool United Football Club can today confirm that the Club has parted ways with Assistant Coach Neil McDonald.

Simon Grayson will continue to be assisted by Nicky Featherstone and will now be joined by Elliott Dickman in the role of First Team Coach.

Dickman has a long track record of coaching in the North East, having previously spent time at Sunderland and Newcastle United with their respective development teams.

The 46-year-old most recently managed South Shields in the Enterprise National League North from 2023 until this summer.

On arriving at the Club, Dickman said:

“I am thrilled to be given the opportunity to work with Simon [Grayson] and everyone at the Club.

“The chance to get back into senior football is exciting.

“This Club has a great set of players with excellent potential, so I look forward to working with them.

“I’d like to thank everyone at Hartlepool United for the opportunity to get back on the grass.”

We wish Neil all the best in his future endeavours.