Here's how Pool's players rated:
1. Daniel Grimshaw - 7/10
A very quiet night in terms of shot stopping, but looked extremely comfortable with the ball at his feet. Strong debut.
2. Callum Connolly - 8/10
Took his goal superbly to give the Seasiders a deserved first-half lead. Dominant aerially and solid in the tackle.
3. Marvin Ekpiteta - 8/10
Rolls Royce of a performance. Passed it out from the back well, looked comfortable in possession and stepped through the lines.
4. Oliver Casey - 8/10
A really encouraging debut. Given more to think about when Uche Ikpeazu came on late on but dealt with him well.
5. James Husband - 8/10
Solid as a rock and gave his former side absolutely nothing all night. Seemed to step up a notch wearing the captain’s armband.
6. Reece James - 8/10
A calming influence in the middle of the park. Always prepared to drop deep to collect the ball and help build-up attacks.