Wilmington,DE - November 19, 2025 - The Lincoln University women's basketball team earned its first victory of the 2025–26 campaign with a strong 76–68 road win over Wilmington (Del.) on Wednesday night in Wilmington, Delaware.

The Lions controlled the glass from the opening tip, finishing with a dominant 63–48 rebounding advantage that fueled 27 offensive rebounds and 17 second-chance points. Kaziah Akinniyi (Baltimore, Md./Poly) led the charge with a game-high 20 points, attacking the rim and knocking down 10 of 12 attempts at the free-throw line to steady the offense.

Ariana Makumi (Baltimore, MD/Baltimore Poly) anchored the interior with a near double-double—nine points and 14 rebounds—while Shyne Hall (Chester, PA/STEM) provided a spark off the bench with 10 points in just 13 minutes. Ja'Laiyah Smith (Bayonne, NJ) and Riley Holliday (Baltimore, MD/) added valuable support, combining for 12 points and 13 rebounds as Lincoln closed strong in the fourth quarter.

Lincoln led 36–34 at halftime and held a 52–47 advantage entering the final period. The Lions sealed the win with a composed 24-point fourth quarter, using timely stops and efficient late-game execution to pull away.

The victory lifts Lincoln to 1–2 on the season.

Next Up
The Lions return to the road to face Virginia University of Lynchburg on Saturday, November 22.