A couple of headed chances came the Hatters’ way in the opening exchanges, with Kyle Wootton placing an attempt into the hands of Franco Ravizzoli and Nathan Lowe nodding his opportunity just wide.
Another early moment for the home side came through Ollie Norwood - who forced the Blackpool keeper into a save with a free kick from the edge of the box.
Blackpool’s first chance of the game came on the half hour mark. Josh Bowler neatly played a ball through to Dale Taylor on the edge of the box, but the striker’s first touch was poor and his shot was tame.
Following the restart, CJ Hamilton was able to test Ben Hinchliffe for the first time, but it proved to be routine work for the Stockport shot stopper.
Down the other end, Ravizzoli made a superb save to tip over a curling shot from Odin Bailey.
The Seasiders’ relief didn’t last too long, as from the resulting corner, Stockport took the lead, courtesy of a Joseph Olowu header.
Here’s how Blackpool performed:
7. Josh Bowler - 5
It was another Josh Bowler outing that delivered very little. Photo: Gareth Evans
8. Lee Evans - 5
Lee Evans worked hard off the ball, but was sloppy in possession on a couple of occasions. Photo: Gareth Evans
9. Albie Morgan - 6
It was a quiet afternoon for Albie Morgan, with not too much standing out from the midfielder. Photo: Gareth Evans
10. CJ Hamilton - 6
CJ Hamilton was Blackpool's brightest player in the second half, and found himself in good areas on a couple of occasions. Photo: Gareth Evans
11. Dale Taylor - 5
Dale Taylor was forced through injury in the 34th minute. Shortly before that, the striker had failed to make the most of a rare opportunity on the edge of the box. Photo: Gareth Evans
12. Ashley Fletcher - 5
Ashley Fletcher couldn't get much of a look in up front, with minimal service coming his way. Photo: Gareth Evans