Two goals from new signing Luke Armstrong either side of half-time helped the hosts claim a deserved three points in the National League fixture.
Our reporter Joe Nicholson has dished out his player ratings from the match – scroll down and click through the pages to see how each player fared:
9. Gavan Holohan - 7
Started on the left but was disciplined defensively and played a key part in the opening goal. 7 Photo: Christopher Booth
10. Joe Grey - 7
An industrious performance playing just behind Armstrong. Received the ball in between the lines on a few occasions. 7 Photo: Mark Fletcher
11. Luke Armstrong - 8
An excellent debut. Gave Pools a focal point up front and was alert in the box to score twice. 8 Photo: Mark Fletcher
12. Joe Bunney - 6
(for Oates, 70) - Produced a few crosses from the left in the closing stages. 6 Photo: JPI Media