Jeff Stelling & Savannah Marshall Appointed To Key Roles At Hartlepool
Hartlepool United has confirmed the appointment of Jeff Stelling as Honorary President and Savannah Marshall as official Club Ambassador.
The appointments form part of new Hartlepool United owner, Landon Smith’s long-term strategy to strengthen governance, deepen community connection and enhance commercial partnerships, laying the foundations for sustainable growth at the club.
Savannah Marshall is an undisputed world boxing champion in two weight classes, super-middleweight and middleweight and Jeff Stelling is one of the most respected and recognisable broadcasters in English football.
Together, Marshall and Stelling bring significant sporting and media influence, alongside a deep understanding of both the town and the club built over decades.
Their involvement strengthens Hartlepool United’s voice beyond the pitch, as they support key matchdays, community initiatives and commercial activity while championing the club nationally and internationally.
In his open letter to supporters following the takeover, Landon Smith made clear his intention to welcome Stelling back into a formal role.
Landon Smith, Owner and Chairman of Hartlepool United, said: “Over the past two months, I’ve spent a lot of time listening and meeting people connected to Hartlepool United, and it’s become clear just how important Jeff and Savannah are to this club and this town.
“When you meet people of their stature, sometimes reputation can outweigh reality. With Jeff and Savannah, it was the opposite. I was hugely impressed. Their passion for Pools is genuine, their connection to the town is authentic and both can contribute incredible value to this club’s journey.
“These appointments are about bringing the club together and channelling passion, knowledge and skill sets in the right way. Formalising their involvement as Honorary President and Ambassador is an important step as we start to put in place strong foundations, governance, connections and resources for the long-term future of Pools.”
Jeff Stelling, said: “Hartlepool United has been part of my life for as long as I can remember. To now have the opportunity to once again formally represent Pools is something I’m incredibly proud of.
Savannah Marshall, added: “I sat with Landon at the game against Altrincham and I was struck by how quickly he grasped what this club means to the town and its supporters.
“He’s taken the time to listen and understand and he’s been clear that success has to be built properly, not rushed. You can see he cares about doing things the right way and protecting the long-term interests of the club. That matters to me.
“I love Hartlepool United and I’m here for the long-term.”
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