Articles by Garrick Hodge
Monday Profile: Library children’s services coordinator plans whole new summer reading program post-outbreak
Tori Hopper was already used to learning a summer reading program on the fly.
Mississippi State forward Abdul Ado enters NBA draft, likely to return to school
Ado, known for his defensive prowess, averaged 5.7 points and 6.7 rebounds per game while making 31 starts for the Bulldogs in the 2019-2020 season.
Faculty, students try to find rhythm in all-online class format
Kristi DiClemente has already adjusted her curriculum for next semester.
It’s one of many on-the-fly changes she’s had to make in the last month.
Mississippi State point guard Nick Weatherspoon skipping senior season; turning pro
The Mississippi State men’s basketball roster turnover continues.
Woodard II declares for NBA Draft
Robert Woodard has always been proud of his son, Robert Woodard II.
Thursday, the elder Woodard saw Woodard II’s commitment to basketball pay off.
Columbus native Woodard II declares for NBA Draft
Columbus native Robert Woodard II is taking his talents to the next level.
Former MSU MBB players Oduro, King find new landing spots
Former Mississippi State men’s basketball players Prince Oduro and Elias King both have found new homes.
Laid off Starkville resident provides meals for others during quarantine
Like many others during the COVID-19 coronavirus pandemic, Starkville resident SaPerior Patton has found herself temporarily unemployed.
A sinking feeling crept in. But it wasn’t for herself.
MSU’s Howland addresses situations regarding Perry, Woodard II, recruiting in a pandemic
STARKVILLE — Sunday, one big domino fell for the Mississippi State men’s basketball team.
Mississippi State forward Reggie Perry declares for NBA draft
STARKVILLE — When Reggie Perry took a bow before subbing out in Mississippi State’s final victory of the 2019-2020 season against Ole Miss, most in attendance knew what it meant.
‘Social-distancing safe’ teddy bear scavenger hunt takes hold in Golden Triangle
The Jordan family was in the middle of their Thursday afternoon walk.
Or better put, their Thursday afternoon scavenger hunt.
Local physicians offer guidance on COVID-19 prevention, testing
Dr. James Woodard is urging Golden Triangle residents to take necessary precautions to prevent the spread of COVID-19 novel coronavirus.
Analysis: A look ahead to the 2020-2021 Mississippi State men’s basketball team
With Reggie Perry likely gone to the draft and Robert Woodard II possibly to follow, here’s where the Bulldogs stand after a season with an abrupt and disappointing ending.
Carter ‘disappointed’ about SEC tournament cancellation, looks to the future
STARKVILLE — Before Tyson Carter left Humphrey Coliseum for the last time, he went to center court, dropped to push-up position, and kissed the M painted on the floor on March 7 against Ole Miss.
Analysis: A rooting guide for Mississippi State basketball fans as conference tournament week approaches
STARKVILLE — Ben Howland said it best after Mississippi State’s win against Ole Miss on Saturday.
Carter named SEC sixth man of the year; Perry first-team all-SEC
Mississippi State’s Reggie Perry dominated the Southeastern Conference for most of the 2019-2020 season, and the sophomore forward was rewarded for it Tuesday by the league office.
Bulldogs secure SEC tournament double-bye with 69-44 trouncing of Ole Miss
STARKVILLE — A tospy-turvy season for Mississippi State men’s basketball scored one more in the win column in the team’s regular season finale Saturday night.
Gamecocks vault past Bulldogs
Following Mississippi State’s victory against South Carolina on Feb. 19, MSU coach Ben Howland likened playing a Frank Martin-coached team to undergoing a root canal.
Bulldogs grind out road victory against Tigers
The figurative bubble for the Mississippi State men’s basketball team keeps floating upward.
Strong efforts from Reggie Perry, Tyson Carter carry Mississippi State to win over Alabama
After suffering a 21-point road loss to Alabama (15-13, 7-8 SEC) in January, the Bulldogs (18-10, 9-6) avenged that defeat Tuesday against the Crimson Tide at Humphrey Coliseum.






















