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Hodgson Athletics

Hodgson Vocational Technical High School offers a variety of Varsity, Junior Varsity (J.V.) and Freshman sports and activities.  Our athletic programs are challenging and competitive yet the emphasis is placed on the importance of commitment, sportsmanship, respect, and teamwork.  Hodgson is a member of the Blue Hen Conference and competes in Flight A. 

 

 

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Sports Physicals

The Delaware Interscholastic Athletic Association (DIAA) mandates that every student mustHodgson Field Hockey have all papers completed with all signatures, in order to be eligible to try-out and participate in any school sponsored sport.  The physical must be on the DIAA physical form only.  No other forms can be substituted.  These forms must be turned in and on file with the school nurse. Physicals must be performed yearly and performed after April 1st for the following school year.  It is encouraged to get your physical early and not wait until the last minute.  Clearance to start practice cannot be guaranteed unless forms are received in adequate time for them to be reviewed.  We encourage our student athletes to use our school based Wellness Center to complete their physical.  Please contact our Wellness Center at 302-832-5400 to schedule an appointment. 

Sports Season Start Dates

Our sport offerings vary from season to season.  Please see below for the start dates for each season. Hodgson Football

 

2024-2025 School Year

 

Fall Sports (Football practice starts 8/5/24, All other fall sports' practices start 8/12/24) - Football, Boys Soccer, Cheerleading, Cross Country, Field Hockey, Volleyball
Winter Sports (All Winter Sports Practices starts 11/11/24) - Boys/Girls Basketball, Indoor Track, Winter Cheerleading, Wrestling
Spring Sports (All Spring Sports Practices starts 3/3/25) - Baseball, Girls Soccer, Golf, Boys/Girls Lacrosse, Softball, Track & Field

 

 

 

Hodgson Esports- started in the 2023-2024 School Year!

 

HVT ESPORTS is an up-and-coming varsity sport that provides our students with opportunities for learning skills including communication, collaboration, critical thinking, and creativity. ESPORTS will allow students to compete in SANCTIONED events going against other schools in the District, State and even the NATION! We compete in 3 different games: Rocket League, Overwatch and Valorant with more games to come. HVT Esports requires commitment, dedication and a competitive edge. We strive to become the best in each aspect of each game, adapting to new strategies and gameplay loops. Our mission is to show the benefits of competitive gaming within a school environment, while creating a welcoming environment for everyone from the beginner to the Grand Champion/Master to be able to excel. Check us out on our YouTube channel @Hodgson_esports and our Instagram: @hvtesports

 

Athletic Trainer 

Hodgson is very proud to be partnered with Premier Physical Therapy & Sports Performance.   
Premier offers a wideHodgson Cross Country variety of therapies, injury rehab and prevention, and much more!  Hodgson has an athletic trainer available at all home sporting events and daily at practices.  We recommend that our athletes see our trainer for all injuries and rehab.  If you have any specific questions, please reach out to our athletic trainer, Jenna Thatcher, at [email protected].

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Do you want to know your NCAA Eligibility?

To find out the core courses needed, test scores needed, and GPA average for both Division I and II, check out the NCAA Guide for the College-Bound Student- Athlete.

 

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Dave Collins
Hodgson Athletic Director

[email protected]

Hodgson Vocational – Technical High School
2575 Glasgow Avenue; Newark, DE 19702
Phone: (302) 834-0990  Extension 50211