Background
Hodgson began his career at amateur side East Hull ARLFC, and followed in his father"s footsteps by signing professionally for Hull Football Club.
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He previously played for Hull KR and Hull Football Club in the Super League. His position of choice is hooker. Playing Hull Football Club
Hodgson represented England at Under 17"s and 18"s level, and progressed through the club"s academy ranks to make his Super League debut in 2009.
Hull Kingston Rovers
In September 2009 Hodgson signed for Hull Kingston Rovers.
2013 was arguably Hodgson"s finest year to date, the season resulted in him making it a clean sweep at the club"s End of Season year awards, picking up all the major honours. The departure of Michael Dobson at the end of the 2013 season meant that Hodgson, along with scrum-half Travis Burns, was named co-captains for the 2014 season.
Canberra Raiders
On 4 August 2014, it was announced that Hodgson has agreed a deal to sign for NRL side Canberra Raiders for the 2015 season on a two-year deal. Canberra had to pay Hull KR a six-figure sum for Hodgson"s services.
In 2012, Hodgson was called up to the England Knights squad to play Ireland, where he scored a debut try.
In October 2013, he was named captain of England Knights while being first standby for the senior squad. In 2014, Hodgson was selected for the England squad for the 2014 Four Nations in Australia. In 2015, Hodgson was named in the 24-man England team that will take on New Zealand in a three match test-series held in England.
Beforehand England took on France in a test match held in Leigh.
Josh scored a try in England"s try scoring rout over their opponents.
