Gavan Holohan and Luke James put Pools well in control in what was a scintillating first half display from the visitors.
Wes Thomas pulled a goal back just before the break and nodded in a second half equaliser with 30-minutes to play following a sustained period of pressure from The Magpies. The draw ended Antony Sweeney’s perfect run since taking caretaker charge though Pools remain four unbeaten.
Our Hartlepool writer Dominic Scurr has dished out his player ratings from the match, scroll down and click through the pages to reveal...
1. Ben Killip - 5
At fault for the opening goal as he charged off his line. Had little to do other than that but a bit of an off day after an impressive resurgence. Photo: Mark Fletcher
2. Mark Kitching - 6
Enjoyed plenty of the ball and got forward well in the first half but was on the back foot slightly in the second. Photo: Paul Paxford
3. Michael Raynes - 7
Another solid showing but will be disappointed to see the three game clean sheet run come to an end. Photo: Paul Paxford
4. Fraser Kerr - 7
Won the majority of his battles and came close to scoring himself with a second half header. Photo: Mark Fletcher