Box Score WILMINGTON, Ohio – The Earlham College men's basketball team opened its 2026-27 season with a 90-62 loss at Wilmington College in the Quaker Bowl Rivalry Game. 

Raphael Anyia led the Quakers in his first game scoring 19 points, including 10 points in the second half. Anyia also brought down seven rebounds and one steal. Connor Smith scored 13 points to kick off his senior season, and led the team with eight boards. Lijah Whitaker reached double digits for the first time in his career with 10. 

Earlham opened the game with a 12-5 lead after four minutes of action. Wilmington then tied the game at the 12-minute mark, and took a 40-30 lead with just over three minutes left in the half. 

Earlham will continue its season with the Home Opener next Wednesday against Asbury in Druley Performance Gym. Tip-off is scheduled for 7:30 pm.