Hartlepool's Managerial Whirlwind: A Pattern of Failure? Lee Clark's resignation as Hartlepool United head coach marks the latest chapter in a disturbing trend at Victoria Park.
The club has been stuck in the National League for four years, with nine managerial changes since leaving the English Football League. Clark's departure may seem sudden, but warning signs were evident from his tenure.
Clark himself acknowledged the club's struggles after a 3 1 loss to Worthing, their third consecutive defeat and sixth in seven matches, which sent Hartlepool tumbling to 18th place.