Hartlepool FC thread

Hartlepool FC thread

Hartlepool United midfielder Michael Maidens has been killed in a road accident.

Maidens, 20, was a passenger in a vehicle that crashed into a metal post on the A174 on Friday evening, according to police.

As a mark of respect, Saturday's League One clash with Swansea City has been called off, while all other weekend games involving Danny Wilson's side have also been postponed.

The club issued a brief statement on its website on Saturday, saying: �It is with huge sadness that the Club reports the death of young player Michael Maidens.

�As a mark of respect, the game with Swansea City has been postponed as well as the Youth Team's fixture at Victoria Park and all Centre of Excellence games.

�Our thoughts and best wishes are with Michael's family at this very sad time."

Maidens made his debut for the north-east club in 2005 and having been in and out of the team since, had been hoping to force his way into Wilson�s regular first team plans.

Having lost our very own Ray Jones in a car accident earlier this season. I can understand how Hartlepool fans may feel. My sincerest condolances to the lads family, Hartlepool Football Club & any Hartlepool fans on here.