How the players rated as Pools were beaten by Nottingham Forest B:
9. Adam Campbell - 7
Impressive in possession, comfortable receiving the ball with his back to goal or on the turn. Battles hard and appears to be a good communicator. Excellent set-pieces, which could prove a real asset this season. Produced a number of well-weighted balls over the top, picking out Grey in dangerous positions. Photo: Frank Reid
10. Joe Grey - 8
Took his goal well, lashing the ball beyond teenage stopper Bott, and felt he should have had another after getting the faintest of touches to Adam Campbell's first half free-kick, only to see it ruled out after referee Adam Herczeg penalised Jack Hunter for a foul following a tussle with Fin Back. Was a threat all afternoon, showed intent when driving forward with the ball and was always willing to stretch the Forest back line with dangerous runs in behind. Photo: Frank Reid
11. Luke Charman - 6
Started well and lashed a venomous volley wide of Bott's post, one of the home side's best moments in the first half. Like Grey, made a number of threatening runs from in to out. Faded as the game progressed but looks to be getting fitter all the time. Will be touch and go as to whether Sarll feels he is in the condition to start next weekend. Photo: Frank Reid
12. Billy Sass-Davies - 5
A welcome new addition to the defensive ranks, although he will need to improve. Never easy coming on at half time as a defender but he struggled to get to grips with Taylor, allowing him to slip off his shoulder in the lead up to the second goal. Still getting used to his new teammates, although showed some more nice moments with the ball at his feet. Looks a good size and won a few headers. Photo: Frank Reid