Sunday Sitdown: SIU Track & Field Thrower Dallas Hodge
In this Q&A, Dallas Hodge opens the lid on how he navigates setbacks, what clicked during his breakout throws, and what he’d tell the next wave of Saluki athletes looking to make their mark.

In this Q&A, Dallas Hodge opens the lid on how he navigates setbacks, what clicked during his breakout throws, and what he’d tell the next wave of Saluki athletes looking to make their mark.
A blend of heart and hunger is what makes Saluki quarterback DJ Williams different. He’s got the talent, sure. But it’s the perspective — shaped by setbacks, loss, and purpose — that’s setting the tone for what could be a monster final season.
Welcome to UnderDawg Sessions — a new video series bringing you closer to the athletes, coaches, and decision-makers shaping Saluki sports.
We caught up with MVC Commissioner Jeff Jackson on Friday to discuss the whirlwind of change sweeping through college athletics - and how the conference is supporting universities like SIU.
From June 9–12, the team will host an evening youth camp in Marion at the Marion Soccer Complex, running 5–8 p.m. each day for players ages 6–14 of all genders and skill levels.