"That's the thing with Owen, in a few weeks time he'll be ready to come back in with the group and we're excited by him because he was really impressive in the first couple of days of training."
19.07.26News
Hartlepool United striker Josh Donaldson has signed on loan for National League new boys Hebburn Town until January.
Hartlepool United head coach Lee Clark was "delighted" with his side's "exceptional" 2-1 pre-season win over National League North side Spennymoor Town.
18.07.26News
"They got so much attention for that, when I talk to a president or a director of a company, I'm going 'this is Wrexham, part two with The Hobby'. I just took a two-hour meeting into five seconds. Wrexham's story is extremely advantageous for us."
"Because Landon is such a big collector, there's a bit of a story to tell; here is a football club owner with a unique hobby and big ambitions."
"I feel like Hartlepool are living the Wrexham dream, it's incredible."
"We don't just want to get promoted, we want to stay in the Football League. We want to establish ourselves. If we get promoted, we're halfway there. Believe me, we're going to stay."
"We're already up, now we've just got to see how far up we can get."
Hartlepool United have been making their mark on the world stage at Fanatics Fest.
"This football club has been a massive part of my life. I've grown up here, come through the academy and made my senior debut here, so signing a new contract means a great deal to me."
"We'll be keeping a close eye on his progress throughout the loan and, with the agreement we've put in place, he'll also be available to play for us in the National League Cup, so he'll remain an important part of our plans."
15.07.26News
"Now it's about taking my opportunity, helping the team in any way I can and doing everything possible to bring success to this great football club."
"Sometimes the last little bits become the most difficult ones, but we know where those positions are and we're ready to go at any given time to press the button on those deals."
14.07.26News
"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."
"He had a frustrating time at Hartlepool last season, but that works in our favour in some ways because I can sense a real hunger from him to show what he’s capable of."
10.07.26News
"They haven't jumped at any of those yet. To me, that's a good sign because it shows they aren't just going to go and sign any goalkeeper, they've probably got their eye on a certain few and I'm sure there have been plenty of conversations with them this summer."
"He's at the other end of his career now but he's certainly still got plenty to offer, it's a big statement from Pools."
Hartlepool United are set to begin their 2026/27 National League campaign at home to Barrow on Saturday, August 8.
Adam Campbell has signed for National League North side South Shields following a challenging two-year spell with Hartlepool United.
"We all knew that there needed to be changes, the resources had not been there previously. Obviously, with Landon Smith coming in now, there are big changes and the club have had the opportunity to make some really encouraging signings."
09.07.26News
A number of National League North and Northern Premier League clubs are interested in signing young Hartlepool United striker Josh Donaldson on loan, according to reports.
Hartlepool United are "in the conversation" when it comes to National League title contenders next season, according to former Peterborough United, Hull City and Bradford City attacker Aaron McLean.
"Right from the start, we knew we wanted to bring back the traditional blue and white stripes that supporters instantly associate with Hartlepool United. That became the foundation for the entire design process."
08.07.26News
"I'd have loved to have been there for many years, but it's football. If someone doesn't feel like you should be there anymore, that's their decision."
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