Lee Clark 'absolutely buzzing' as Hartlepool United gear up for Barrow clash

Pools are set to get the new campaign underway at the weekend with the visit of a Bluebirds side who have undergone a summer of change having been relegated from League Two last term.

The Cumbrian outfit endured a hugely challenging campaign last season and used a staggering five different managers, succumbing to relegation following a six-year stay in the Football League.

Yet the appointment of Adam Murray, who led Kidderminster Harriers to promotion via the National League North play-offs last term, as well as a positive summer in the transfer market has seen optimism and confidence steadily restored to Holker Street.