The triumph at the Super 6 Stadium was littered with a number of impressive performances – with new and old faces alike impressing as the National League campaign draws closer. But how did our Pools writer Dominic Scurr rate their performances? Scroll down and click through to the pages to see who he felt shone and struggled against the Blades:
1. Kenton Richardson - 8
An excellent attacking outlet for Pools down the right. Richardson was always positive going forward and got a deserved assist with a lovely clipped cross for Jason Kennedy to head home. Looks to be developing into a real physical presence too. Photo: Frank Reid
2. Fraser Kerr - 7
Another solid performance from the Scottish defender. Will just be looking to help Pools sharpen things up at the back after conceding two more simple goals. Photo: Frank Reid
3. Michael Raynes - 7
A typically commanding performance from Raynes who was rarely troubled and won almost everything that came his way. Photo: Frank Reid
4. Gus Mafuta - 7
A badly miss-hit shot inside the opening five minutes didn’t get things off to the best start for Mafuta but he quickly found his way into the game. A committed performance with tough tackling brought out cheers from the home crowd. Photo: Frank Reid