Here's what our Hartlepool United writer Robbie Stelling made of the Pools players as they won at the Silverlake Stadium for the first time ever at the weekend.
5. Cameron John: 9
Scored his first goal since signing on loan for Pools on another impressive afternoon, lashing a venomous strike off the inside of the despairing Nick Townsend's post and in after 49 minutes. Could actually have had a hat-trick and he forced a fine save from Townsend later in the game before taking too long from an excellent position as Pools counter-attacked in the closing stages, although he deserves credit for busting a gut to get into the area at the end of the latest in an increasingly long line of tireless performances. Showed he is more than just a solid and reliable defender as he impressed with his quality, endeavour and attacking intent. Photo: Frank Reid
6. Nathan Sheron: 8
Scored his second goal of the season in superb fashion, beating Nick Townsend from distance on his weaker left foot. Other than that, produced a typically combative and industrious performance, impressing in particular in the second half. Photo: Frank Reid
7. Jamie Miley: 7
Produced one excellent forward run late in the game before picking out Cameron John, who should have done better as Pools looked to put the contest to bed. Some nice moments throughout but wasn't at his influential best and Pools will still be keen to see a bit more from him moving forward. Photo: Frank Reid
8. Jack Hunter: 9
Has had his fair share of critics since signing for Pools in the summer of 2024 but produced an outstanding showing in Hampshire. Is never the most spectacular but kept Pools ticking over, impressed with his reading of the game and was at the heart of most of what his side did well. Can go under the radar but his recent performances have allowed the attacking players in front of him more freedom to advance into dangerous positions and hurt opposition defences. With the possible exception of a goalless draw with Southend at the beginning of last season when he was outstanding at centre-back, surely his best Pools performance to date. Photo: Frank Reid