Yellow Jackets defeat Quakers on Senior Day

Wilmington College falls to Baldwin Wallace 87-67 in final game of the season

Published on Feb. 23, 2026

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On Senior Day, Wilmington College's women's basketball team fell to Baldwin Wallace University 87-67 at Fred Raizk Arena. Prior to the game, the Quakers celebrated their two seniors, Stephanie Altstaetter and Reese Pittman. Gabby Russell set a new career high with 25 points to lead the WC offense, while Olivia Trusty scored a career-high 19 points. Wilmington concludes its season with a 6-19 overall record and 3-13 conference record.

Why it matters

This game marked the final contest of the season for Wilmington College, a Division III program in Ohio. The loss to Baldwin Wallace, a conference rival, ends the Quakers' season on a down note, but the team was able to celebrate its two graduating seniors before the game.

The details

Wilmington got off to a strong start, jumping out to a 10-4 lead in the first quarter. But Baldwin Wallace clawed back and took a 43-34 halftime lead. The Yellow Jackets maintained their advantage in the second half, extending their lead to as many as 12 points. Wilmington was unable to mount a serious comeback and ultimately fell by a final score of 87-67.

  • The game took place on Saturday, February 23, 2026.
  • It was Wilmington College's Senior Day, honoring the team's two graduating seniors.

The players

Gabby Russell

A Wilmington College player who set a new career high with 25 points in the game.

Olivia Trusty

A Wilmington College player who scored a career-high 19 points.

Stephanie Altstaetter

One of Wilmington College's two graduating seniors, who scored 9 points, grabbed 7 rebounds, and had 3 blocks and 6 assists.

Reese Pittman

Wilmington College's other graduating senior, who made her first start of the year and hit a 3-pointer.

Baldwin Wallace

The opponent, Baldwin Wallace University, who defeated Wilmington College 87-67.

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What they’re saying

“Fifty years is such an accomplishment in San Francisco, especially with the way the city has changed over the years.”

— Gordon Edgar, grocery employee (Instagram)

The takeaway

This loss ends Wilmington College's season on a disappointing note, but the team was able to celebrate its two graduating seniors before the game. The Quakers will look to regroup and build towards next season.