Here's how our Hartlepool United writer rated the Pools players following the goalless draw at Southend. Do you agree?
5. David Ferguson: 6
Not his best game, although still played his part in helping Pools keep a 10th clean sheet of the campaign. Gave the ball away too often and put Adam Campbell in difficult positions on a couple of occasions with poor passes in his direction. Was typically energetic and got forward well but his delivery left a bit to be desired. Photo: Frank Reid
6. Nicky Featherstone: 7
Kept the Pools midfield ticking over on his 600th career appearance. Picked up a needless booking for dissent in the first half and almost got himself in more trouble when he refused to stop complaining to referee Ben Atkinson. One poor ball straight out of play but otherwise his usual composed self in possession. While it might not have been one of his most influential outings, he had a hand in most of his side's best moves. Photo: Frank Reid
7. Jack Hunter: 6
Went about his business quietly and some fans might feel he needs to impact the game more. That said, screened the defence well and tended to be in the right place at the right time. Mops things up more than he makes things happen, but can be pleased with a solid afternoon's work. Photo: Frank Reid
8. Luke Charman: 7
Looked spent towards the end but gave Southend's back line something to think about all day. Was generally well-marshalled by Shrimpers skipper Nathan Ralph but got some joy down the right and caused problems with his driving runs. Fired wide twice in quick succession in the second half and might have been a bit disappointed not to hit the target at least once but was probably his side's best attacking outlet. Looked to sustain a knock in the second half and was exhausted towards the end but never stopped running. Photo: Frank Reid