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Danny Nye at the Prestige Group Stadium following his appointment as Head of Performance & Sports Science at Hartlepool United.
Hartlepool United have confirmed the appointment of Danny Nye as the club's new head of performance and sports science. Picture by Hartlepool United Football Club.

Hartlepool United confirm appointment of new head of performance and sports science

"Every player is different, so it's about understanding what each individual needs, helping them prepare properly, recover well and giving them the best opportunity to stay fit, train consistently and perform at their highest level throughout the season."

29.06.26, 11:48 Updated 29.06.26, 11:48 5 Minute Read

Robbie Stelling

Robbie Stelling

Hartlepool United have confirmed the appointment of Danny Nye as the club's new head of performance and sports science.

Nye, who served as head of performance at League One side Barnsley during the 2025/26 season and has built up considerable experience across professional football and elite performance sport thanks to stints at the likes of Ipswich Town, the University of Stirling, Heart of Midlothian Women and British Weight Lifting's elite performance pathway, replaces Jake Lloyd after he accepted a new role working with Championship side Lincoln City.

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