Dec. 3 , 1963 : Now a four - year school , Wilmington College plays its first NAIA game , an 83 - 63 loss to Valdosta State .
The Seahawks join the National Association of Intercollegiate Athletics ( NAIA ) at the conclusion of the season .
Dec. 3 , 1963 : Now a four - year school , Wilmington College plays its first NAIA game , an 83 - 63 loss to Valdosta State .
The Seahawks join the National Association of Intercollegiate Athletics ( NAIA ) at the conclusion of the season .