I think we should also throw D’Moi Hodge a parade

The British Virgin Islands gathered together to celebrate a local hero this past weekend. It just so happens that he’s one of our heroes, too!

D’Moi Hodge, the BVI’s first ever NBA player, was celebrated in his home town of Cane Garden Bay, and BVI News covered the event and shared some awesome photos. Here are two of my favorites, though the linked article has dozens to scroll through.

Yesterday at Rock M

• In which Matthew Smith interviews #TigerStyle coach Tyrell Todd about the program’s offseason work, his history with the Tigers and more
• In which Matt Harris does his signature deep dive on Connor Vanover’s pick-and-pop abilities and how they could help Mizzou in 2023-2024

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• Chris Kwiecinski files his first projected defensive depth chart at the Columbia Tribune.
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