Scottish International Hugh Blake has returned home to play for the Bay of Plenty Steamers in the upcoming Mitre 10 Cup.

Hugh debuted for Scotland against Ireland in 2015, following his move from Edinburgh Rugby to Glasgow Warriors.

Hugh Blake will be wearing a Bay Steamers jersey this season. Image: YouTube.

Prior to his shift to the northern hemisphere, Hugh represented New Zealand at the Under-20 level as well as played for Otago.

He was selected in Scotland 7s side and played in 11 HBSC World Series Sevens Tournaments over the past two years, whilst also representing Glasgow Warriors.

Hugh says he is excited to return home.

'I was born in Tauranga and spent my early years growing up in Pongakawa. It's great to come back especially with my mum's family still being based here, so there is plenty of support.”

Playing flanker for Te Puke Sports, Hugh is excited for the upcoming season with the Steamers side.

'I am hoping to come back to play some good New Zealand fifteen aside running footie, and stoked to take this opportunity.”