The Hodson Method
By use of cutting-edge technology and years of experience and expertise, our proven system helps ensure you reach your peak athletic ability.
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At Hodson Academy, we've worked with countless athletes to help them improve their shooting form and overall performance. Fred Hodson (owner) has worked with NBA players, WNBA players, and Division 1, NAIA Champions. Choose Hodson Academy and perfect your technique today.
STEP 1
Shooting Analysis
No matter how great your shot is, it could always be better. By merging The Shot Doctor's 30 years of experience with cutting-edge technology, we will analyze and tweak your shot, so that you can be the best shooter on the court.
STEP 2
Training & Skill Development
Once we’ve analyzed your shot, it’s time to put that knowledge into action. We’ll create a personalized training plan that focuses on refining your shooting mechanics and building muscle memory. Through targeted drills and repetition, you'll strengthen your technique, improve your consistency, and develop the confidence needed to take and make shots in high-pressure situations.
This three-step process will set you on the path to becoming an elite shooter.
STEP 3
Application and Game Situations
The final step is to bring your refined skills into real-game scenarios. We’ll simulate game-like conditions during practice, emphasizing decision-making, shot selection, and timing. By integrating your improved mechanics into actual gameplay, you’ll learn to adapt under pressure and elevate your performance when it counts the most. This holistic approach ensures you not only shoot better but also become a smarter player on the court.
Players We've Trained & Teams We've Worked With
Players
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Darius Garland (Cleveland Cavaliers, 2 Time NBA All-Star)
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Robert Covington (USA, Philadelphia 76ers NBA, Clippers 3 Pt Record - 11, Portland)
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Garrison Matthews (Atlanta Hawks, Houston Rockets, Boston, Wizards)
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Scottie Pippen Jr (Memphis Grizzlies, Los Angeles Lakers)
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Caleb McConnell (Charlotte Hornets G League Swarm, Rutgers B10 Defensive POY)
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Jordan Wright (Vanderbilt, Detroit Pistons G League Motor City Cruise)
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Evan Maxwell (Pro Okayama Japan, IWU National Champion, Kansas)
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Seth Maxwell (Santa Cruz G League, IWU National Champion)
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Aboubacar Traore (University of Louisville, Long Beach State)
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Sekou Toure (UC Santa Barbara, Prolific Prep, Peach Jam Champion)
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Robinson Idehen (UC Santa Barbara)
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Kyle Boswell (UC Santa Barbara, Big West 6th Man Award)
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Jason Hubbard (ABC Laguna Bucuresti, Taylor University – All-Time Leading Scorer)
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Dr. Marjorie Butler (Pro, University of Georgia)
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Skyy Clark (UCLA, University of Louisville)
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ZZ Clark (UC Santa Barbara)
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Siyani Chambers (ADA Blois Basket 41 France, Harvard)
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Trey Kaufman-Renn (Purdue)
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Connor Essegian (University of Nebraska, University of Wisconsin)
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Jalen Jackson (Butler, Purdue Fort Wayne)
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James Brown (University of North Carolina)
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Asa Newell (University of Georgia)
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UC Santa Barbara 4 players, 2–3 in NBA
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Tulane Players
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Brady Stevens (Notre Dame)
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Logan Imes (Notre Dame)
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Jalen Townsend (Marion High School)
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Josiah Ball (Maconaquah High School – All-Time Scoring Leader, 2nd in IN, Bethel University)
Teams
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Indiana Wesleyan University Men’s Basketball – 3X National Champions
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Indiana Wesleyan Women’s Basketball
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University of Vanderbilt Men’s Basketball
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University of Illinois Men’s Basketball
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FISK Men’s Basketball
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Kokomo Bobcats (The Basketball League)
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Brentwood Academy Boys Basketball
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San Marino Boys Basketball
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Zionsville High School Boys Basketball
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Marion High School Boys Basketball
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Mississinewa High School Boys Basketball
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Shenandoah High School Boys Basketball
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Eastbrook High School Boys and Girls Basketball
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Northfield High School Boys Basketball
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Wabash High School Boys Basketball
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Franklin Road Academy Girls Basketball
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Lakeview Christian School Boys Basketball
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Special Olympics Coach
Youth Development
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High School
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Jr. High
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Elementary
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1,000’s impacted over 33 years of experience
Overseas
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Ukraine
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Dominican Republic
Consulting
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Consulting with 100’s of coaches and trainers in the US and around the world
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Invited to work with MLB, NFL, NHL, MLS, PGA, LPGA, World’s Strongest Man
Recreation Players and Facilities
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20 Years with Never Too Late Basketball (Adult Basketball Camp)
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McCracken Basketball Camps
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YMCA
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Life Time Fitness
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Boys and Girls Club
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Mojo Up Sports Complex
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H&H Fieldhouse
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The Bay Club
Testimonials
"Over the past couple of years I’ve had the pleasure of meeting, getting to know and working with Coach Hodson 'The Shot Doctor'; as he has been a special guest at my Hoops & Standards Leadership Camps in Fort Wayne, Indiana! As a former college/NBA player, high school/college coach, and trainer I have been blown away by The Shot Doctor’s massive knowledge on the science and technique on shooting; along with the necessary and proper steps to maximize a player’s longevity, potential and health!
I wish I had met him earlier in my career, as I may have had a healthier and longer career! All serious ballers need the SHOT DOCTOR!!"
Walter Jordan
- Purdue University from 1975 - 1978.
- NCAA two-time team MVP
- NCAA three-time All-Big Ten
- NCAA two time 1st Team All-Big Ten
- Purdue Hall of Fame
- Won a gold medal with Larry Bird
- NBA
"Just through one workout with him he was able to help me with my balance and help me focus on getting the left side of my lower body to engage on my jump shot. He pointed some things out that I hadn’t been aware of about being balanced and symmetrical when it comes to shooting."
Tim Leavell
- Indiana State Championship with Marion High School
- Single game record holder 55 points
“Working with The Shot Doctor has been huge for me. It was great to see my shot broken down to a level of detail I had never seen before and has helped me in my approach to not only shot mechanics but all other aspects of the game...By making an adjustment to my base I’ve been able to develop a more balanced jump shot which has taken so much pressure off of my knee, relieving that pain. The results were immediate which made it clear that these were changes I needed to make permanently..."
Evan Maxwell
- University of Kansas,
​Indiana Wesleyan University National
- Championship 2018
Professional player
- Currently playing professionally in Japan​
“In the years that I've known coach Hodson, he's consistently been passionate about learning the latest techniques and strategies to make players' shots better.”
Jeff Clark​
- Indiana Wesleyan Associate Head Coach
- IWU has a record of 433-98 (.815) with Coach Clark
- Helped win 3 NAIA National Championships at IWU
"After working with Shot Doctor, it helped me develop better mechanics when shooting and helped me be more consistent on my shot."
Jalen Jackson
- D1 Purdue Fort Wayne and Univ of Chicago
- Indiana All Star
Sekou Toure
- 3 years at Prolific Prep
- All Grind Session Team
- Defensive Player of the Year
- Won Peach Jam with Oakland Soldiers
- All EYBL Team
- 4 years At UC Santa Barbara
- 3X All Academic Team
- Professional Basketball Player
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