He then received an athletic scholarship to play for the Maryland Terrapins men's basketball team.

After two seasons, Hood transferred to James Madison University (JMU) to play for coach Lefty Driesell, who recruited Hood from high school.

After sitting out for one season upon the transfer per NCAA rules, Hood became one of the most feared players in the Colonial Athletic Association (CAA).

Hood was selected in the second round of the 1991 NBA draft by the Sacramento Kings (42nd overall).

Hood played for several teams overseas in Europe in his pro career.