Matt Hodge - College Basketball News & Rumors

Men's College Hoops Spotlight: Rebuilding, Villanova Eyes NCAA Tournament Berth

Villanova nearly taking down UConn showed the Wildcats' growth this season, writes FOX Sports' Michael Cohen.

JANUARY 28 • FOX SPORTS

Men's College Hoops Spotlight: Rebuilding, Villanova Eyes NCAA Tournament Berth

Ball, Karaban help No. 2 UConn rally past visiting Villanova 75-67 in overtime

Solo Ball had 24 points, including a key 3-pointer in overtime, and Alex Karaban had all of his 17 after halftime as No. 2 UConn beat Villanova 75-67 on Saturday

JANUARY 24 • Associated Press

Villanova visits Providence following Vaaks' 21-point showing

Providence hosts the Villanova Wildcats after Stefan Vaaks scored 21 points in Providence's 97-84 loss to the Xavier Musketeers

JANUARY 13 • Associated Press

Scores 14 Saturday Hodge registered 14 points (5-7 FG, 4-6 3Pt), five rebounds, one block and one steal in 35 minutes during Saturday's 76-73 win over Marquette.

Impact Hodge put together a solid and efficient performance Saturday, scoring 14 points on just seven shots from the field. He was able to do that because he hit four of his six shots from beyond the arc, his third time this season hitting four threes. He also recorded five rebounds, one steal and one block as he led the Wildcats to a bounce back victory on the road.

JANUARY 12 • ROTOWIRE

Lewis scores 20, Villanova defeats Marquette 76-73

Led by Acaden Lewis' 20 points, the Villanova Wildcats defeated the Marquette Golden Eagles 76-73 on Saturday

JANUARY 10 • Associated Press

Lindsay scores 18, Villanova downs Butler 85-67

Led by Bryce Lindsay's 18 points, the Villanova Wildcats defeated the Butler Bulldogs 85-67

JANUARY 3 • Associated Press

Drops 17 points in win Hodge amassed 17 points (6-9 FG, 4-6 3Pt, 1-2 FT) and five rebounds over 36 minutes during Saturday's 85-67 win over Butler.

Impact Hodge has seen up-and-down scoring totals as of late, but he was extremely efficient in the Wildcats' win over the Bulldogs. The freshman forward tied his second-highest points of the year, and he also tied his season-high of four three-pointers. He'll look to stay hot this Wednesday against Creighton after starting in every game for the Wildcats so far this season.

JANUARY 3 • ROTOWIRE

Villanova turns back Seton Hall 64-56 in Wildcats' Big East Conference opener

Acaden Lewis had 16 points and Villanova beat Seton Hall 64-56 in the Wildcats’ Big East Conference opener

DECEMBER 24, 2025 • Associated Press

Perkins scores 19, Brennan has double-double as Villanova holds off Wisconsin 76-66 in overtime

Tyler Perkins scored 19 points, Duke Brennan posted a double-double, and Villanova held off a second-half comeback from Wisconsin to win 76-66 in overtime on Friday night

DECEMBER 20, 2025 • Associated Press

Villanova wins 89-75 over Old Dominion

Led by Tyler Perkins' 21 points, the Villanova Wildcats defeated the Old Dominion Monarchs 89-75 on Tuesday

NOVEMBER 26, 2025 • Associated Press

Villanova hosts Old Dominion after Battle's 21-point game

Old Dominion visits the Villanova Wildcats after Jordan Battle scored 21 points in the Monarchs' 75-71 loss to the Drexel Dragons

NOVEMBER 25, 2025 • Associated Press

Scores 17 in win Hodge finished with 17 points (7-9 FG, 3-5 3Pt), three rebounds and one steal over 35 minutes during Wednesday's 70-55 victory over La Salle.

Impact Hodge led the team in scoring during Wednesday's win, his third game this season with at least 15 points. He was very efficient as he hit seven of his nine field goals, including three of five three-pointers. He also grabbed three rebounds in his fifth consecutive game, a number that may stay low considering his front court running mate Duke Brennan leads the nation in rebounding. It's been a strong start to Hodge's collegiate career, and he will look to keep the momentum going Tuesday versus Old Dominion.

NOVEMBER 20, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Villanova earns 70-55 win over La Salle

Led by Matthew Hodge's 17 points, the Villanova Wildcats defeated the La Salle Explorers 70-55 on Wednesday

NOVEMBER 20, 2025 • Associated Press

Caden Lewis scores 19 to propel Villanova over Duquesne 87-77

Led by Acaden Lewis' 19 points, the Villanova Wildcats defeated the Duquesne Dukes 87-77

NOVEMBER 16, 2025 • Associated Press

Villanova beats Queens University 94-74

Led by Bryce Lindsay's 25 points, the Villanova Wildcats defeated the Queens University Royals 94-74 on Saturday

NOVEMBER 9, 2025 • Associated Press

Likely to see heightened role Hodge is primed for major minutes in the 2025-26 season, Jon Rothstein of CBS Sports reports.

Impact Hodge came into Villanova ahead of the 2024-25 season, but he didn't appear in a game due to his eligibility waiver being denied. The 6-foot-8 freshman is now entering his first eligible collegiate season, and it looks like he'll be a huge part of the Wildcats' new team. Hodge could be used as a small-ball center for Villanova this upcoming campaign, and there's definitely a spot in the starting lineup if he performs well in the preseason.

JULY 22, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Remaining at VIllanova Hodge has announced his decision to return to Villanova for the 2025-26 season, Adam Zagoria of NJ.com reports.

Impact Hodge will stay with the Wildcats after exploring opportunities in the portal. The 6-foot-8 freshman, who did not appear with the team this past season due to NCAA eligibility issues, will look to take on a larger role with the program this upcoming season.

APRIL 16, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Waiver denied by NCAA Hodge's eligibility waiver has been denied by the NCAA, Jon Rothstein of CBS Sports reports.

Impact After the NCAA left him hanging for Villanova's first two games of the season, Hodge finally has an answer - albeit not the one he wanted - in regards to his status for this season. Barring unforeseen developments, Hodge won't be eligible to play this year.

NOVEMBER 13, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Villanova freshman forward Matthew Hodge ruled ineligible by NCAA; school has appealed PHILADELPHIA - Villanova freshman Matthew Hodge has been ruled academically ineligible by the NCAA, ...

NOVEMBER 8, 2024 • SACBEE.COM

Remains ineligible Hodge (eligibility issue) remains out for Villanova's second game, Jon Rothstein of CBS Sports reports.

Impact Somewhat unsurprisingly, the NCAA hasn't resolved Hodge's eligibility issue two games into the season. This figures to drag on well into the 2024-2025 campaign.

NOVEMBER 6, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Ineligible in opener Hodge (NCAA eligibility) Jon Rothstein of CBS Sports for Villanova's opener against Lafayette, Jon reports.

Impact Hodge is dealing with an eligibility issue, and it apparently hasn't resolved by the opener. The freshman forward is thus unable to play, and this is a saga that could drag on well into the season.

NOVEMBER 4, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Out for exhibition game Hodge is out for Villanova's exhibition game Sunday against Robert Morris, according to Jon Rothstein of CBS Sports.

Impact Hodge is a 6-foot-8, 220-pound forward expected to begin his collegiate career during Villanova's 2024-25 season. But to debut, the freshman must be eligible, and his initial NCAA eligibility process is still pending. Villanova's team has no more exhibition games after Sunday, pushing his earliest return date to a Nov. 4 game against Lafayette.

OCTOBER 27, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

MATT HODGE NEWS

NEWS

BIO

STATS

VIDEOS

GAME LOG