Having made five appearances for Barnsley in the Football League, Hugh joined Wimbledon soon after the start of the 1964/65 season on a two month trial, and after several games in the reserves was offered a contract for the remainder of the season. Played regularly for the reserves at inside-left, but had limited opportunities in the first team. Joined Ashford Town at the end of the 1965/66 season and later played for Margate.