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Lee Clark at the Prestige Group Stadium following his appointment as Hartlepool United’s new First Team Head Coach. (Photo: Mark Fletcher | MI News)
Lee Clark has revealed he plans to use the National League Cup to give the club's under-21 players the chance to gain valuable competitive experience. Picture by Hartlepool United Football Club.

Lee Clark discusses Hartlepool United's decision to take part in National League Cup

"What I will say, to be really open and honest with the fans, which I will be whenever I can, is we'll be using this competition for young players to gain experience. That's what it will be used for."

14.07.26, 11:53 Updated 14.07.26, 11:53 5 Minute Read

Robbie Stelling

Robbie Stelling

Hartlepool United head coach Lee Clark has been discussing the club's decision to take part in next season's National League Cup.

The competition, which involves 16 National League teams as well as 16 Premier League 2 sides, has split opinion ever since its re-introduction ahead of the 2024/25 campaign.

While a version of the National League Cup existed for 22 seasons between 1979/80 and 2000/01, several attempts to revive it failed prior to its return in 2024.

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