Tampa, Fla., Nov. 3, 2025 – The University of South Florida men's basketball team opened the 2025-26 season with a dominating 102-67 win over Florida A&M at the Yuengling Center. Hodgson's Bulls finished the game tied for the second-highest margin of victory (35 points) in a head coach's debut in American Conference history.
Wes Enis led the team with 22 points, Josh Omojafo added 17, and Izaiyah Nelson contributed 16 points and 10 rebounds for his 19th career double-double. The bench added 37 points, highlighting the depth and versatility Hodgson has built into the roster.