Take a look at our end of term grades after Pools finished an up-and-down season in 12th:
9. Brody Paterson: C-
Certainly showed some signs of improvement from his first season, although not enough to prevent him from being shipped out on loan to Kelty Hearts in January. Photo: Frank Reid
10. Tom Parkes: A
Has provided Pools with pretty much everything the defence was so dearly lacking prior to his arrival in January. Experienced, battle-hardened, a leader, communicator and an excellent defender, Parkes has formed a formidable partnership with Luke Waterfall and has helped transform his new side's defensive fortunes. The 32-year-old, who made nearly 200 appearances for Bristol Rovers, is far more than an old fashioned head it, kick it centre-half. Left-sided, he reads the game extremely well and loves bringing the ball out from the back. As long as he can stay fit, he promises to be a major asset for Kevin Phillips next season. Photo: Mark Fletcher
11. Luke Waterfall: A
Much like his partner in central-defence, Waterfall has helped solve a lot of the problems that plagued Pools during the first half of the campaign. He has put his experience as a two-time National League promotion-winning captain to good use and has had a positive effect on all of those around him. Never stops talking and, while he might be less comfortable in possession than Parkes, he relishes a battle with a big number nine, something Pools seemed to struggle with before he signed from Grimsby. Loves putting his body on the line and his height makes him a threat in both boxes. Providing Pools can offer some protection in front of him, there's no reason he can't add a third National League promotion to his CV next season. Photo: Mark Fletcher
12. Alex Lacey: C
Injuries have once again hampered the luckless Lacey's progression. Has shown, at times, what he could offer Pools when fit and is an honest, industrious and intelligent defender. Unfortunately, a series of setbacks have condemned him to another stop-start season and he's failed to make much of an impression. Photo: Frank Reid