The Hodge Pack "Sports Life and Everything in Between"

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of the Hodge Pack podcast Hodge and Josh are joined by Andy Penney in studio. Josh gives  a vacation report from his family baseball stadium tour. He shares what it was like getting to watch Jacob deGrom pitch. Senior Hamlin athlete Ian Gruben joins the guys in studio to share his own family baseball stadium vacation. Gruben also shares about his athletic journey a...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of the Hodge Pack Podcast, Hodge and Josh take a look at the 125th US Open, the Texas Rangers, and how Texas Tech is becoming a destination to play and get paid. The 125th US Open at Oakmont labeled as the "toughest challenge in golf." Hodge looks at first round scores. The length of the course is wild. Texas Tech comes up short in the Women's Colleg...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of the Hodge Pack podcast, Hodge and Josh are joined by guest host Andy Penney as Misti celebrates turning 40. Aaron Rodgers finally signs with the Steelers. What does this mean for Mike Tomlin and the pressure that comes with Rodgers? Texas and Texas Tech battling it out for the NCAA Women's Softball national championship. The obstruction rule has gotten out...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of the Hodge Pack podcast Hodge Josh and Misti look back at the Stanley Cup playoffs, NBA Conference Finals, and the impact the WNBA will have without Caitlin Clark for two weeks. The Texas Rangers continue to struggle at the plate while the pitching staff keeps them afloat. Misti was shocked and proud that Hodge and Josh were making it a point to watch the Women&a...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of the Hodge Pack podcast, Hodge, Josh and Misti, talk sports life and everything in between.  They look back at the dominating performance of Scottie Scheffler in the 107th PGA Championship and discuss just how great Scottie can be.  McMurry Warhawk head baseball coach Josh Lee , players Riley Hood and Michael Smosna discuss their journey to the NCAA Super Regiona...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of the Hodge Podcast, Hodge Josh and Misti, have a hammed packed show. Hodge opens up the "rigged conspiracy" box, about the NBA lottery and the Dallas Mavericks winning the 1st pick. Luka for Cooper? Misti's answer is the NBA is a business, Josh isn't sure Hodge is staying positive.  Abilene Wylie Destination Imagination Detective Ducks, join t...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of the Hodge Pack podcast, Hodge Josh and Misti, have a lot of fun. Spring time in sports is loaded with so much going on, NBA Playoffs, NHL Playoffs, Texas High School playoffs and more Hamlin head baseball coach Lynn Turner on the show to discuss the success the Pied Pipers have had throughout the athletic year. The Pied Pipers are getting ready to keep their pla...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of the Hodge Pack podcast, Hodge Josh and Misti have fun as always. Hodge has a hard time with J.J. Redick calling out Luka, the way he did in the post season press conference.  Katie Alford from the Abilene Community Foundation of Abilene promotes the upcoming Abilene Gives event. Katie and Misti share how the money people donate impact so many lives.  Misti opens...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of the Hodge Pack podcast, Hodge Josh and Misti look back at round one of the NFL Draft. Who was and who wasn't picked. The Jags and Browns have massive trade.  Abilene Wylie head baseball coach Grant Martin, discusses the current season and how the Bulldogs are getting ready for post season play. Former Texas Tech Red Raider and NFL draft prospect Tahj Brooks...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of the Hodge Pack podcast, Hodge, Josh and Misti, look at a busy week of sports. Rory wins the 89th Masters and becomes the 6th player to win the golf Grand Slam. Texas Rangers are leading the AL West and have the World Series Dodgers coming to town.  Benny Kilpartick and Ken Walker, are in studio to talk about the upcoming Bilbo Golf tournament.  Misti's ques...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of the Hodge Pack podcast, Hodge, and Misti, take a look back at the sound advice Josh gave about when to draft a quarterback. We also take a look at how the torpedo bat is impacting baseball and the hot start the Texas Rangers are off too. Abilene Cooper Cougar head golf coach Mitch Aston and golfer Branson King join us in studio to talk about their journey to the...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of the Hodge Pack podcast, Hodge, Josh and Misti, give reactions to Aaliyah Chavez's decision to take her talents to Norman, Oklahoma.  MLB opening day, how the Texas Rangers started the season, plus a look at the new concession stand items, being served at Globe Life. Drive Chip and Putter finalist qualifier Addie Quick and her coach Sydney Roberts join in st...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of the Hodge Pack, Hodge, Josh and Misti, are allover March Madness. We look at what makes a Cinderella story and can they even be one in pro sports. Hardin Simmons University head track coach Isaac Hamilton and high jumper Gunner Helm join in studio to discuss Helm's track journey to All American.  Misti poses the question, which reality tv show could you ent...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of the Hodge Pack podcast we celebrate Misti hitting a milestone birthday, the BIG 40! Hodge, Josh and Misti, take a look at the unfortunate injury filled career of Tiger Woods and pose the questions "how many wins were left unknown. Al Pickett with the Big Country Athletic Hall of Fame joins the show. We highlight the class of 2025, and the upcoming awards ba...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of the Hodge Pack podcast, Hodge Josh and Misti discuss the amazing season Lebron James and the Lakers are having. Lebron's ability to play at such a high level in his 40's is only Tom Brady like. The sky rocketing move up the standings the Laker have experienced since the Luka trade.  Hodge then tries to explain a text he sent to the group about how folk...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of the Hodge Pack Podcast, Hodge Josh and Misti for sure go down the road of "everything in between."  We look back at the first round of the Texas High School State Championships. Eula Lady Pirates fight hard but come up short against Broaddus. Hodge mentions the Nazareth girls basketball program deserves to be in the basketball hall of fame. Aaliyah Cha...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of the Hodge Pack podcast, Hodge, Josh and Misti, have one of the most sports, live and "Everything In Between," shows of all time.  Canada has the final laugh in the 4 Nations tournament as they defeated the USA team 3-2 in OT.  We discuss, what is the role of a professional sports owner? Is it winning championships or creating an atmosphere for families...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of the Hodge Pack podcast, Hodge Josh and Misti look back at a very disappointing Super Bowl LIX. It was a struggle to see how much the Eagles dominated the Chiefs. What will be next for both the Eagles and Chiefs. We make bold predictions for the 2025 NFL season.  Misti gives us all $10and challenges us to create a perfect Valentine's Day. Arts and crafts, fa...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of the Hodge Pack podcast, Hodge Josh and Misti, look back at the crazy Luka/AD trade, and what does it mean for the NBA, the present and future of the Mavericks.  Josh and Misti debate with Hodge over whether or not Eli Manning deserves to be in the NFL Hall of Fame. Josh gets a little excited.  Abilene Christian University head football coach Keith Patterson and...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of the Hodge Pack, Hodge Misti go through the NFL coaching hires. Abilene Christian University is bringing college football hall famer, Texas Tech legend Graham Harrell to be their new offensive coordinator.  We look back at the NFL Championship games and how we got to a Eagles Chiefs for Super Bowl LIX.  Misti looks back at past MVP snubs.  The Dallas Cowboys take...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of the Hodge Pack podcast, Hodge, Josh and Misti get you set for playoff and championship football. But first look back and remember the life and impact of MLB & WWE HOF Bob Uecker. We look back at and uneventful Super Wildcard round and set up one of the best weekend on the sports calendar, the NFL Divisional Round. Hodge compares Ravens @ Bills to a NWA/WCW T...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of the Hodge Pack podcast, Hodge and Josh are joined by Zach Sitzes in studio with a jammed pack show. The final four of the first ever college football playoff 12 team bracket kicks off with a thrilling 27-24 Notre Dame win over Penn State. We preview the Ohio State UT game. Who will be in the national cahmpionship? The NFL coaching carousel includes Jerry Jones d...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of the Hodge Pack Podcast, Hodge, Josh and Misti, kick off 2025 with a recap of the CFP quarterfinals, and predictions for the final four.  University of Texas escapes, the Sun Devil scare, and does the bye week hurt. We all agree there must be changes to the CFP, seeding, number of teams and maybe others.  Caitlin Clark, in the WNBA Finals, no Aaron Rodgers in the...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of the Hodge Pack podcast, Hodge and Misti are joined with guest co-host Andy Penney. We look back at the first round of the College Football Playoff, and preview the second round.  Misti opens her bag of questions with "what sporting event would you go back and change?" Take it or trash features will Bill Belichick be successful at UNC. Then we look back...

Send us Fan Mail In the first episode of the Hodge Pack podcast Hodge, Josh and Misti get all set for Christmas as well as the the gift of the first ever 12 team bracket College Football Playoff. They also look at a quick recap of the UIL Texas High School football state championships.  This is a shorter segment of the podcast. Support the show