Ryan Donaldson’s strike from distance proved to be the difference between Pools and their National League North counterparts but the hosts did ride their luck over the course of the afternoon.
Brackley created better chances but, like Aldershot Town last week, failed to capitalise as Ben Killip made several good saves.
Hartlepool will play a lot better than that but it’s back to back wins and clean sheets for Antony Sweeney’s side. Scroll down and click through the pages to see how our Pools writer Dominic Scurr rated the players...
5. Peter Kioso - 7
Was a good outlet down the right and put a few good balls into the box but faded slightly as the game wore on. | Other 3rd Party Photo: Paul Paxford
6. Nicky Featherstone - 7
Recovered well from a quiet first half as he got on the ball and sprayed it around well. | Other 3rd Party Photo: Mark Fletcher
7. Gus Mafuta - 6
Won back and recycled possession effectively despite one or two sloppy moments. | Other 3rd Party Photo: Mark Fletcher
8. Josh Hawkes - 5
Never gave up but often wasteful in possession before his withdrawal. | Other 3rd Party Photo: Paul Paxford