James Hume (rugby union)


James Hume is an Irish rugby union player, currently playing for Pro14 and European Rugby Champions Cup side Ulster. He plays as a centre.

Early life

Born in Belfast, Northern Ireland, Hume attended Royal Belfast Academical Institution and was a key part of the team that won three Ulster Schools' Cup's in a row between 2015 and 2017.

Ulster

Hume made his senior debut for Ulster on 29 September 2018, featuring off the bench in the provinces 64–7 defeat at the hands of Munster. He signed his first senior contract with Ulster in February 2019, which will see Hume join the senior squad ahead of the 2019–20 season.

Ireland

Hume made his debut for Ireland under-20s in their 41–38 defeat at the hands of Wales during the 2018 Six Nations Under 20s Championship on 23 February 2018. He also represented the under-20s at the 2018 World Rugby Under 20 Championship.