Staff

2025-26 Backroom Staff confirmed

Hartlepool United Football Club can now confirm its backroom staff for the upcoming 2025-26 season.

Simon Grayson’s off-field staff will consist of Neil McDonald, Adam Smith and Nicky Featherstone – the latter two continuing their dual roles of player-coach.

Jake Lloyd joins the Club as Strength and Conditioning Coach, with Sam Clifton named as Head of Analysis.

Danny O’Connor remains as Lead Physiotherapist.

Ronnie Moore will remain in his capacity as Chief Scout, supported by Jem Dennis as Head of Recruitment Analysis.

First Team Manager – Simon Grayson
Assistant First Team Manager – Neil McDonald
First Team Player/Coach – Nicky Featherstone
First Team Player/Goalkeeping Coach – Adam Smith
First Team Lead Physiotherapist – Danny O’Connor
Strength and Conditioning Coach – Jake Lloyd
Head of Analysis – Sam Clifton
First Team Kit Manager – Lee Sweeney

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