Ashley Fletcher opened the scoring at Sixfield on the 20-minute mark, heading home a Rob Apter cross from close-range.
The striker was among a number of players to miss huge opportunities in the 2-1 defeat to Leyton Orient seven days prior, and would’ve been delighted to find the back of the net on this occasion.
It was a similar story for Niall Ennis – who doubled the Seasiders’ advantage after an hour. The Stoke City loanee did well to win the ball inside the Cobblers half, before beating Lee Burge with a shot off the inside of the post.
Here’s how the Seasiders performed:
7. Rob Apter- 7
Rob Apter was on hand with a good cross from the right side for the Seasiders' opening goal. Photo: CameraSport - Rich Linley
8. Lee Evans- 7
Lee Evans still isn't quite at his best, with the midfielder currently unable to replicate his early bright form in Tangerine. Photo: CameraSport - Rich Linley
9. Albie Morgan- 7
Albie Morgan was reliable as usual in the centre of the park. Photo: CameraSport - Andrew Kearns
10. Sonny Carey- 7
The in-form Sonny Carey had his moments again, but was unable to convert the shooting chances that came his way on his occasion. Photo: CameraSport - Andrew Kearns
11. Ashley Fletcher- 7
Ashley Fletcher did well to take his close-range header during the first half, but other parts of his game were sloppy. Photo: CameraSport - Andrew Kearns
12. Niall Ennis- 8
Niall Ennis got what her deserved for some hard work during the second half. After winning the ball back inside the opposition half, he calmly finished past the Cobblers keeper. Photo: CameraSport - Andrew Kearns