[2] In September 1927 Hodson was one of twelve young professionals invited by Samuel Ryder to play in a tournament at Verulam, St Albans.

[7] Hodson was also involved in a "Seniors" v "Juniors" match organised by Ryder at Verulam in April 1928.

[8] Hodson moved from Newport Golf Club to Chigwell, Essex, starting his new position on 1 August 1929.

Hodson finished T7 in the 1934 Open Championship held 27–29 June at Royal St George's Golf Club in Sandwich, England.

The English linksman Henry Cotton dominated the championship, leading wire-to-wire on his way to a five stroke win and his first of three Open titles.