Ross Hodge Biography: Age, Wiki, Real Name, Career, Education, Coaching, Parents, Wife, Children, Nationality, Stats, Awards and Achievements

Early Life & Playing Career

Ross S. Hodge was born on July 15, 1980, in Dallas, Texas. He played college basketball at Paris Junior College (1999–2001), where he earned the Bobby Walters Leadership Award in 2001. Ross Hodge later transferred to Texas A&M–Commerce to finish his playing career.  

 

Coaching Career  

Ross Hodge began coaching in 2003 as an assistant at Texas A&M–Commerce. Over the next two decades, he built a successful career:  

- Junior College Success: As head coach at Paris Junior College (2006–2009) and Midland College (2009–2011), Ross Hodge won 146 games and lost only 24, leading teams to conference titles and national tournaments.  

- College Assistant Roles: Ross Hodge worked as an assistant at Southern Miss (2011–2012), Colorado State (2012–2016), Arkansas State (2016–2017), and North Texas (2017–2023), helping teams reach postseason tournaments.  

- Head Coach at North Texas: Promoted in 2023, Ross Hodge led the team to a 43–23 record over two seasons.  

- West Virginia Mountaineers: In March 2025, Ross Hodge became head coach at West Virginia, signing a five-year deal.  

Achievements 

- Won 85% of games as a junior college head coach.  

- 2011 Western Junior College Athletic Conference champion.  

- Guided teams to NJCAA National Tournament appearances, including a runner-up finish in 2011.  

Personal Life

Ross Hodge lives with his wife, Shelly, and their two children, Emery and Reed. Known for his leadership and recruiting skills, Ross Hodge continues to build his legacy in college basketball.  

Parents 

*Information about Ross Hodge parents is not publicly available.

Wife & Children 

- Wife: Shelly Hodge (married)

- Children: Two kids – a daughter named Emery and a son named Reed.  

Nationality  

- American (born in Dallas, Texas).  

Coaching Career 

- Early Roles: Assistant coach at Texas A&M–Commerce (2003–2005) and Paris Junior College (2005–2006).  

- Head Coach (Junior College)

  - Paris Junior College (2006–2009): 83–17 record, 2 conference titles.  

  - Midland College (2009–2011): 63–7 record, 2011 NJCAA national runner-up.  

- College Assistant Coach: Worked at Southern Miss, Colorado State, Arkansas State, and North Texas (2011–2023).  

- Head Coach (College)

  - North Texas (2023–2025): 43–23 record.  

  - West Virginia Mountaineers (2025–present): Recently hired, record 0–0 (as of March 2025).  

Stats & Records

- Junior College: 146–24 (.859 win percentage) in 5 seasons.  

- College (NCAA): 46–23 (.667 win percentage) as of 2025.  

- Achievements  

  - 2011 Western Junior College Athletic Conference champion.  

  - Led teams to 2 NJCAA National Tournament appearances (8th place in 2008, runner-up in 2011).  

Education

- Paris Junior College (1999–2001): Played basketball, won Bobby Walters Leadership Award (2001).  

- Texas A&M–Commerce (2001–2003): Finished college playing career and earned his degree.  

FAQs 

1. How old is Ross Hodge?  

- Ross Hodge was born on July 15, 1980, making him 45 years old as of 2025).

2. What is Ross Hodge full name?

- Ross Hodge full name is Ross S. Hodge.  

3. What is Ross Hodge coaching career?   

- Ross Hodge started as an assistant coach (2003–2005), later became a junior college head coach (2006–2011), and worked as an assistant at colleges like Colorado State and North Texas. He is now the head coach of the **West Virginia Mountaineers** (2025–present).  

4. Where did Ross Hodge go to college? 

- Ross Hodge played basketball at Paris Junior College (1999–2001) and finished his playing career at Texas A&M–Commerce (2001–2003).  

5. Who are Ross Hodge parents or siblings?

- Details about Ross Hodge parents or siblings are not publicly available.  

6. Who is Ross Hodge wife?

- Ross Hodge is married to Shelly Hodge. No further details about her are shared publicly.  

7. Does Ross Hodge have children?  

- Yes, Ross Hodge has two kids: a daughter named Emery and a son named Reed.  

8. What is Ross Hodge nationality?

- Ross Hodge is American, born in Dallas, Texas.  

9. What are Ross Hodge coaching records? 

- Junior College: 146 wins, 24 losses (85.9% win rate).  

- College (NCAA): 46 wins, 23 losses (66.7% win rate) as of 2025.  

10. What are his biggest coaching achievements?

- Winning the 2011 Western Junior College Athletic Conference title, leading teams to NJCAA National Tournaments, and guiding North Texas to a 43–23 record in two seasons.