Villanova’s stretch-forward spark, built for modern hoops
In the 2025-26 season, Matt Hodge was a high-minute Villanova starter before a torn ACL ended his year, averaging 9.2 points, 3.6 rebounds, and 27.6 minutes while shooting 45.2% from the field and 36.8% from three[1][2]. He’s a 6-foot-8 forward with real floor-spacing juice and enough versatility to matter in a modern lineup, and Villanova has signaled he’ll be back for 2026-27 after surgery and rehab[1][2]. If you want a forward who can stretch defenses and fit a structured system, he’s a compelling long-term add; the big question is health, not talent[1][2].
