The 2-1 victory lifted Liam Manning’s side from the foot of the table, but not without some heart-in-the-mouth moments at the end following Ellis Harrison’s stoppage time header pulling one back for the Valiants.
Here’s how we rated the players on Tuesday.
1. Jamie Cumming - 6.5
Didn't have an awful lot to do really. Distributed well, was strong when called upon Photo: Jane Russell
2. Warren O'Hora - 7.5
Defended well throughout, didn't put a foot wrong but will be frustrated with the late Vale goal Photo: Jane Russell
3. Jack Tucker - 6
Did his defensive duties well but his distribution was off-colour all night Photo: Jane Russell
4. Dean Lewington - 6.5
Like on Saturday, looked more assured at centre-back than at left-back Photo: Jane Russell