Here's what our Hartlepool United writer Robbie Stelling made of the Pools players following a nightmarish start to what many fans hope will prove to be an exciting new era.
9. Adam Campbell: 5
At least tried to inject some urgency into his side's performance and was involved in a couple of nice moves but never really looked like making much happen. Photo: Frank Reid
10. Luke Charman: 5
Started the game well enough but looked like he was threatening to boil over in the second half and his race was run by the time he was taken off. Photo: Adam Cook/The Corner Photography
11. Alex Reid: 4
Barely had a sniff all afternoon and must be frustrated by the lack of service he's received in recent weeks. Photo: Frank Reid
12. Jack Hunter: 5
Escapes too much of the blame having sat on the bench in the first half but made next to no impact after being introduced at the break despite doing his best to provide Pools with some energy and enthusiasm. Photo: Frank Reid