The Hodge Pack "Sports Life and Everything in Between"
Hodge, Josh and Misti have a blast talking sports. The "life and in between" topics are what brings everyone together.
ACU's Julie Goodenough, $7.5 million to never win, Fight Club, and Al Pickett
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In this episode of the Hodge Pack podcast, Hodge, Josh and Misti have tons to talk about.
The Washington Commanders, help out the rest of the NFC East, with their 24-21 win over the Giants. How will the Cowboys take advantage with the 49ers coming to town.
The CFP has signed a new deal with ESPN to expand the field from 12 to 24 teams. In other college football news, Kamario Taylor signs a new deal worth $7.5 million dollars. Another amazing weekend of college football with CFP implications.
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Coaches matter, ACU's Coach Keith Patterson, reputations on the line, thank you Veterans
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In this episode of the Hodge Pack podcast, Hodge, Josh and Misti, are back together again with a fun weekend of sports.
Misti poses the question "how far can the Jacksonville Jaguars go?" Hodge provides his answer. The head coach matters and plays a huge role in the success of the team.
Which brings up Brian Schottenheimer leading the Dallas Cowboys. The Cowboys lose to another backup quarterback. Cowboys fall to 202-1-1 after leading by 14 points in 4th quarter.
Abilene Christian head football coach Keith Patterson is...
Brewers win, Wylie VB all grown up, underrated candy bars, and chips for children
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In this episode of the Hodge Pack podcast, Hodge and Josh are joined by Brad Evans.
The Milwaukee Brewers win their first ever World Series championship in great fashion. Pat Murphy's brew crew go 11-2 in the post season. Josh shares whether or not this will be the last MLB baseball game we will see for a long time.
Members of the Abilene Wylie Volleyball team are in studio to share about their continuing successful season. Coach Shay Cox and players, Haddie, Kiki, Annalise, and Catelee talk about the...
Historic Badger comeback, thrashgrass, Arch Manning, and the NFC LEast
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In this episode of the Hodge Pack podcast, Hodge, Josh and Misti enjoy some sports talk, and learn about a new genre of music.
There will be a first time World Series champion in Major League Baseball. The Tampa Bay Devil Rays and Milwaukee Brewers will battle to win the first ever World Series title in their franchise's history.
This has been a wild college football season, with so many top ten teams losing. Arch Manning and the Texas Longhorns have lost two in a row. Since the two g...
Cowboys are not my fault, HSU vs McM, wrestling a silver back gorilla, and VHS
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In this episode of the Hodge Pack podcast, Hodge, Josh and Misti, are all over the place.
MLB baseball playoffs maybe the best form of post season sports.
The 0-4 Tampa Bay Buccaneers come into AT&T and beat the Dallas Cowboys 24-16. Josh wants to blame Hodge for "jinksing" the Cowboys.
Former coaches from Hardin Simmons and McMurry University are in studio to talk about the local college rivalry. Alan Wartes, longtime HSU OC, and Ron Holmes longtime mens basketball head coach share their thgouths on th...
Baseball playoffs, pressure in sports, and college football is getting excited
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In this episode of the Hodge Pack podcast, Hodge is out but Josh and Misti are joined by a frequent guest host in Andy Penney.
The MLB playoffs are rolling and the Chicago White Sox continue their bounce back rise. Plus who will take down the LA Dodgers.
The Dallas Cowboys add much needed help to their defense. Plus UT shows some class during their trip to Knoxville.
Misti poses the question "what is the most scary sports situation?
Another exciting college football weekend with s...
Abilene Wylie tennis player Hope Willis, and sport missle sayings
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In this episode of the Hodge Pack podcast, Hodge, Josh and Misti have plenty to talk about.
The most exciting college football game in some time lived up to the hype. The Ol'e Miss Rebels hold off and ruin Lane Kiffin's return to The Grove.
2 x state champion Abilene Wylie tennis player Hope Willis, is in studio to share about her career. Hope and her Wylie Bulldog team tennis team is currently ranked #1 in 5A. Hope shares what her plans are for the future.
Misti opens her...
Rotan Yellowhammers, golden hotdogs, best gameday atomsphere ever
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In this episode of the Hodge Pack podcast, Hodge, Josh and Misti, have a lot of fun.
The Rotan Yellowhammers come to the studio, to share how things are going with Coach Troy Sparks leading the way. Seniors Draven, Paxton and Tucker are joined by Avner, and Sebastian. The Yellowhammers are enjoying their homecoming week.
Lane Kiffin is heading back to The Grove and we anticipate one of the best College Gameday atmosphere's ever.
Misti opens her bag of questions and throws out an interesting one. "If...
College football embarassments, cartoons & cereals and Remembering 9/11
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In this episode of the Hodge Pack Sports Life & Everything in Betweem podcast Hodge, Josh and Misti take time to remember the tragic day of September 11, 2001.
Abilene FD Jeff Waggoner and former US Senate staff member Shea Hall join us in studio to share their story of 9/11.
Week one produced some embarssing moments for two power four schools. Clemson does not perform well at all against LSU. Lane Kiffin is the Ric Flair of CFB.
This week Misti's question takes everyone back to their cartoon watching days...
Memory lane with Coach Roan & Coach Warren, and being banned from a grocery store
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In this episode of the Hodge Pack Sports Life & Everything in Between Podcast Hodge, Josh and Misti welcome all levels of football.
Texas high school, college, and the NFL seasons are upon us.
It is Crosstown Showdown week between Abilene High and Abilene Cooper in the Big Country. Former AHS head football coach Steve Warren and former Abilene Cooper head coach Aaron Roan are in studio. Both coaches reflect on their time on the sidelines during this historic rivalry. A conversation that could have gone on for hours.
D...
ACU's Keith Patterson, refs with no whistles, and the Champ is back
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In this episode of the Hodge Pack Sports Life & Everything in Between, Hodge, Josh and Misti welcome back Friday Night Lights and more.
The Texas Rangers are still holding on hope for the playoffs. The Rangers head into a big three game series with the Brewers.
Remembering Dolly Parton. Dolly made such a huge impact on so many generations.
College football again is having another controversial storyline that has nothing to do with action on the football field. Instead they are talking legal action. What are the...
Abilene Wylie's Clay Martin, hockey star "Sophie", ESPN's Field Yates, carry coaches again
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In this episode of the Hodge Pack Sports Life & Everything in Between podcast, Hodge, Josh and Misti are back together again. Josh returns to the heat of Texas from his chilly fishing trip.
Abilene Wylie's head football coach Clay Martin, joins us in studio to share about entering his seventh season as the head football coach of the Bulldogs. Coach Martin has a number of seniors coming back who have played a large amount of Friday night minutes. Martin also shares about coaching and coaching with his sons.
Our...
Don't be a jerk, HOF golden tickets, ESPN's Field Yates, a father & son's last run
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In today's episode of the Hodge Pack Sports Life & Everything in Between Podcast, Hodge and Misti are in studio with guest host Brad Evans.
We discuss the #5 situation with former LSU and current Washington Commander quarterback Jayden Daniels is in with current LSU defensive back DJ Pickett. Should numbers be retired and what does it take to have one in the rafters.
Our thoughts on the current WNBA situations.
Seger Watson is our Sport Clips Youth Player of the Week. He is a 7th grader at Wylie...
The snooze, alien negotiations, Abilene Cooper's Scott Stewart and golfer Callen Thompson
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In this episode of the Hodge Pack Sports Life and Everything in Between podcast, Hodge, Josh and Misti have some out of this world fun.
The debate on whether or not the snooze button is good for life. Josh is not a fan of the snooze, but others feel like it is important. We even find out why the snooze is set for nine minutes and not ten.
Abilene Cooper new head football coach Scott Stewart joins the show. Coach Stewart shares about the process of becoming the Cougars' n...
Party people, jump around, refs on fake tv, sticks and stones not Tracy Lawrence
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In this episode of the Hodge Pack Sports Life and Everything in Between podcast Hodge, Josh and Misti have an amazing lineup of guests.
Josh is back from vacation and talks what the Texas Rangers need to do as the trade deadline approaches.
Phill Hill and Cory James from the Abilene Football Ref Association join the show to help recruit new officials. Phill and Cory also share a interesting new rule coming into effect this year. They also share some of their favorite stories.
Misti's bag question, s...
World Cup is over, Potty Talk and Summer Track Twins
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In this episode of the Hodge Pack Podcast Hodge and Misti are joined by guest host Andy Penney.
Sports life and everything in between was definitely covered.
The World Cup comes to an end with a thrilling 1-0 Spain victory over Argentina. Will Messi return for "one more" in four years. We all talk about what we will miss.
Hodge poses a awkard restroom question that brings awkward reactions and answers from Misti and Andy.
TLCA of Abilene new head football coach Webb Murphy joins th...
World Cup, Rotan Yellowhammers, Karson & Vice Golf, 100%
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In this episode of the Hodge Pack Sports Life and Everything in Between podcast Hodge, Josh and Misti, have plenty to cover.
Argentina and Messi, look to go back to back World Cup Champions. Is there World Cup fatgiue or not?
We look at ESPN's Jeremy Fowler's top NFL quarterback list. There are some objections and moving around suggestions.
Rotan head football coach Troy Sparks joins the show to share how he is preparing the Yellowhammers for the upcoming season.
Misti asks the question "who is...
I do love America, 11-man to 6- man, snake bites, loosing teeth, RESPECT!
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In this episode of the Hodge Pack podcast, Hodge, Josh and Misti are back together after vacations, and 4th of July celebrations.
When you are gone fro a couple of weeks, many things happen. Taylor and Travis get married, fireworks happen, USA is eliminated from the World Cup and more.
We react to USA being eliminated from the the World Cup and share how much we have invested in it.
New Abilene Christian High School football coach Justin Gorman joins the show to discuss his journey and h...
MLB Hall of Famer & Legend Nolan Ryan, suprising dad, and pockets make me happy
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In this episode of the Hodge Pack Podcast, Hodge, Josh and Misti have plenty of Sports Life & Everything in Between to talk about.
The World has come to North America for this years World Cup. We talk about the impact the cities of the USA are having on the visiting countries. They are enjoying taking in the sites.
The New York Knicks have their championship parade in New York City. Hodge poses some questions about what is next for Wemby and the San Antonio Spurs?
Misti's question of...
On the road, Spurs make bad history, Sorsby hits jackpot, sorry for crying
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In this episode of the Hodge Pack podcast Hodge, Josh and Misti, hit the road supproting the American Cancer Society' golf tournament.
The San Antonio Spurs make history in not a good way. The Spurs blow a 29 point lead against the New York Knicks. Everyone shares their thoughts on what happens next .
Kyle King and Hodge share why they volunteer and are chairing this year's charity golf tournament.
Larson Upfold is this week's Hodge Pack Sport Clips Youth Player of the week. Larson shares h...
OKST's James Washington, Mount Rushmore of Little Debbies, ands Pitching Maching Champs
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In this episode of the Hodge Pack podcast Hodge, Josh and Misti have a loaded guest list.
The NBA Finals are 1-0 in favor of the New York Knicks, the Spurs look to tie up the series.
Hodge throws out that the Dallas Cowboys will win a Super Bowl before the Micah Parson lead Green Bay Packers do.
The Wylie Little League machin pitch all star champions are in studio to share about their championship season.
Misti throws out the question of what is the...
Nolan Ryan most iconic moment, top sport sounds, from the grave, Flying Bison legend
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In this episode of the Hodge Pack Podcast Hodge, Josh and Misti have another jammed packed show.
The San Antonio Spurs force a game seven in the NBA Western Conference Finals.
The Texas Rangers are a promotional night with a replica of the bloody Nolan Ryan jersey. That spark a convesation about what is Nolan Ryan's most iconic moment. The debate was fun.
The crack of a bat, swish of a basketball net, the list of the best sports sounds. Hodge, Josh and Misti talked about what ar...
Gambling, held hostage, Unified Bulldogs, and girl power
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In this episode of the Hodge Pack Podcast, Hodge, Josh and Misti, have a lot of fun in this touching episode.
Texas Tech quarterback, Brendan Sorsby case verses the NCAA is still a topic. Hodge, Josh and Misti give their thoughts on what they think should happen.
James Trietley with the Abilene Flying Bison, brings the Pack up to speed on the upcoming roster, plus promonotional nights. James also confrims, Hodge will not be getting a Gumbo Gator hat.
Kyle King with Mulligan's and Maxwell Golf Course, joi...
Tap dancing tiger, wolf, and duck wings, mic'd up, red belts, and automatic flushes
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In this episode of the Hodge Pack Podcast, Hodge, Josh and Misti are joined by some amazing folks.
The NFL schedule has been released, we look at the international games, plus at the Dallas Cowboys season.
Wylie ISD Destination Imagination coach and students join the show. Kim Cheek, Nelly, Elisha and Brevynn share what they enjoy about DI and their upcoming trip to the Globals competition in Kansas City.
Merritt Ward, is our Sport Clips Youth Player of the Week. Merritt is involved in youth football, and a...
A show of winners, the peanut M&M is superior to others
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In this episode of the Hodge Pack Podcast Hodge, Josh and Misti have show full of visitors.
We discuss how the legacy of media mogul Ted Turner shaped so many sports fans. He help create a large group of Atlanta Braves fans, by simply making the team available to watch.
Abilene Wylie West Junior student Wylie Berry was our Hodge Pack Sport Clips Youth Athlete of the Week. Wylie shares how he thinks on the mound and which positions he likes to play.
The Big Country Electric My...
ESPN's Marty Smith from the Derby, Dixon Sitzes and a Final Fiesta
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In this episode of the Hodge Pack Podcast Hodge Josh and Misti, share their thoughst on 76 teams being the new number for March Maddness.
The Texas Rangers are heading into Detroit needing to get the offense going.
Dixon Sitzes is our Hodge Pack Sport Clips Youth Athlete of the Week. He broke his arm earlier in the year, but played baseball with a cast on.
Misti's Bag of questions sponsored by Mulligan's put everyone working for the CIA and staying top secret.
The Community Foundation of A...
NFL Draft round 1, Cowboys get better, Jim Ned in studio and pro golfer Katie Lu
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In this episode of the Hodge Pack Podcast Hodge and Josh are joined by Abilene Cooper boy's basketball coach Michael Bacon.
NFL Draft round one recap. The Dallas Cowboys make selections that have potential to improve the defense right away. The Cowboys select safety Caleb Downs from Ohio State and edge rusher Malachi Lawrence from UCF. Indiana QB Fernando Mendoza as expected was drafted #1.
Jim Ned intermediate baseball player Brayson Whisenhunt joins the show as our Hodge Pack Sport Clips Youth Player of the Week. Brayson is a 7th...
Toughest to repeat, Chris Farley of noodles, Abilene High state golfer Grant Duwe
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In this episode of the Hodge Pack podcast, Hodge, Josh and Misti are back together talking sports life and everything in between.
Rory becomes only the fourth golfer to win back to back Masters, joing Jack Nickalus, Sir Nick Faldo and Tiger Woods. We look and discuss what are some of the hardest things in sports to duplicate.
Abilene High golfer Grant Duve and his coach Scott Findley join the show to talk qualifying for state for the first time in school history. Grant shares how is friend introduced h...
The Masters verses other sports, proper concession foods and 1st homer
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In this episode of the Hodge Pack podcast, Hodge and Josh are joined by guest host Zach Sitzes.
It is Masters week, which is Hodge's favorite week of the year. Josh debates whether or not the Masters is the true pinnacle of sports. We also bring Josh into the debate of the Masters Champion being the ultimate prize.
College basketball comes to an end with Michgian and UCLA winning, the men's and women's national championships.
What is considered proper concession stand food?
Ken Walker and B...
From police officer to behind the camera at the Masters.
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In this episode of the Hodge Pack podcast Hodge and Misti welcome guest co host Andy Penney.
The crew take a look at how we got to this years Final Four, Duke's collapse, Illinois hot streak. Who will win it all?
Tyler Cagle, Tyler Cagle Law Firm, share the legal side of the Tiger Woods situation. What are some possibilities for Tiger?
What would be your NIL company of choice?
Retired Abilene Police Officer, David Gage, shares his story oh how he went from serving...
PRCA steer wrestler Matt Reeves and winning the zombie apocalypse
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In this episode of the Hodge Pack podcast, Hodge, Josh and Misti, bring you sports life & everything in between.
March Madness is not disappointing, great games, upsets and the right teams moving on.
PRCA 8 time National Finals steer wrestler, winner of The American joins us in studio. Matt shares his rodeo career journey. Matt also is in town promoting one of the biggest steer wrestling events in the country.
Misti opens her bag of questions with a Zombie Apocalypse flare to it. Name one athlete, musician, cartoon ch...
Bracket busters, walk up songs, Lady Badgers and Hall of Famers
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In this episode of the Hodge Pack podcast, Hodge, Josh and Misti, reunite after Hodge's shark swimming vacation.
Day of one of March Madness delivers some bracket busters and scares. High Point upsets Wisconsin and VCU sends the Tar Heels home early.
The Merkel Lady Badger softball team is off to a fantastic season. Head coach Ryan Swafford, players Sirena Flores and Brooklyn Homen join us in studio.
Misti tatts up some knuckles.
Al Pickett from the Big Country Athletic Hall of Fame drops by t...
Maxwell is back, March Madness and Mediocre Wishes
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In this episode of the Hodge Pack Podcast, Hodge is off swimming with sharks while Josh and Misti have Evan Harris join them in studio.
The World Baseball Classic is in full swing and a number of MLB stars are playing for their countries.
An important Abilene treasure Maxwell Municipal Golf Course is set to reopen, under our great friend of the show, Kyle King's leadership. Kyle shares how he is helping make his dad, Jack, dream come true.
March Madness is upon us and let the...
Worth the chisel, the last appetizer never tastes good, Ira Bulldogs
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In this episode of the Hodge Pack podcast, Hodge, Josh and Misti go all out on the "in between topics."
Ira head boys basketball coach Jamie Arnold joins the show, to discuss the Bulldogs playoff run. Coach Arnold shares that his team is looking forward to play in a venue like the United Supermarkets arena.
NFL free agency begins soon and Kyler Murray is going to be looking for a new home.
With the passing of legendary football coach Lou Holtz, Misti poses the question, "who is the...
Mocking mascots, Bacon in the morning, "I interviewed Jerry Jones"
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In the this episode of the Hodge Pack podcast, Hodge and Misti are joined by Abilene Cooper boy's basketball coach Michael Bacon.
Texas high schools playoffs, is one of the most exciting times of the year. The benefit of living in Abilene, is the having so many great playoff games in town.
Who will be this year's Sam Darnold for the 2026 season. Misti shares her thoughts on Malik Willis, Coach Bacon says there will not be one. Hodge throws out a name that shocks both co-host, Deshawn Watson.
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Bronze better than Silver, remembering Duvall, crowning a champion, Lady Yellow Hammers
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In this episode of the Hodge Pack podcast Hodge Josh and Misti, take a look at the USA Women's Hockey Team gold winning performance over Canada. Hodge poses the question is winning the bronze medal, a better feeling at the moment than winning the silver medal? Josh disagrees with Hodge and Misti.
Hodge, Josh and Misti, take time to remember the life and career of the great actor Robert Duvall. Gus, Lonesome Dove, Days of Thunder, Open Range and many other legendary roles were played. Misti has many movies still to...
Super Bowl champs, Abilene Idol, finish the lyrics, candy hearts & snowball fighting dodge ball
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In this episode of the Hodge Pack podcast, Hodge, Josh and Misti bring you sports life and everything in between.
Trinidad Chambliss is getting to come back to Ole Miss for a sixth season. Hodge believes he and Arch Manning will be front runners for the Heisman.
The Seattle Seahawks are Super Bowl Champions. Did both the Seahawks and Patriots start something?
Lacey and Monique with Chorus Abilene join the show to promote the upcoming Abilene Idol. Lacey shares the purpose of Chorus Abilene. Also Monique was t...
Golf with DeChambeau & does Stacy's mom still got it & Super Bowl LX
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In this episode of the Hodge Pack podcast, Hodge, Josh and Misti get you set for Super Bowl LX. Hodge believes the feeling of losing a Super Bowl is bigger than the winning the Super Bowl. Misti feels like Super Bowl LX could be a blow out.
13 year old golfer Aspen Clawson shares her story on how she got into golf. Aspen tells about her experience of playing golf with two time major championship winner Bryson DeChambeau. Aspen inspires Misti to get into golf as well.
Misti's bag question...
ESPN's Laura Rutledge Part 2, life on the road, HOF snub, wrestling is cool now
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In this episode of the Hodge Pack podcast, Hodge Josh and Misti, bring you sports life and everything in between.
The NFL coach carousel is filling up, with only two spots left. The Buffalo Bills hire within, and promote OC Joe Brady. The Steelers, hire Mike McCarthy.
In part 2 of our interview with ESPN's Laura Rutledge, Laura share what life is like on the road. He goal is to have to check a bag. Plus Laura shares how sometimes the most difficult thing is not having to to take...
ESPN's Laura Rutledge, CFP, NFL, and pallbearer walkup songs
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In this episode of the Hodge Pack podcast, Hodge, Josh and Misti bring your sports life & everything in between.
The Texas Rangers add to their pitching staff. Oklahoma Sooner guard Aaliyah Chavez has a huge night. Chavez scored 26 points to help lead the Sooners over the #1 ranked South Carolina Gamecocks. In a 94-82OT victory.
The Indiana Hoosiers win the CFP national championship with a 27-21 win over the Miami Hurricanes. We discuss is this the greatest shock in sports.
ESPN's Laura Rutledge joins the show, as tw...
