“I originally signed on a short-term deal and the rest is history.”

Those are the words of Pools player-coach Nicky Featherstone, who ticked off a special milestone last weekend by entering the top five all-time appearance list in Hartlepool United’s history.

Featherstone, who has played 419 games in the blue and white, features in this weekend’s programme against Braintree Town as he discusses his Pools career to date.

Pools manager Darren Sarll also has his say, while the Club’s Women, Academy and Foundation also feature.

The digital version of the programme is priced at £3 and can be purchased from Pools Retail in due course.

Limited copies of the physical programme will be available ahead of kick-off from the following outlets:

• Club Shop
• 1908 Bar
• Centenary Bar
• Acland Homes Stand bar
• South East kiosk of the Brunel Group Stand

Please note all payment methods are card-only, other than the Club Shop where cash is also accepted. Supporters are advised to arrive as early as possible due to the limited amount available.

Any remaining physical programmes will be sold on our retailing website after the fixture.