ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – Coming to UNM at 27 years old, Daniel Hughes, a native of Melbourne, Victoria, Australia, is one of the most unique players on the Lobo football roster. The 6-5 punter has only been playing American football for two and a half years, yet he is finding his way in Albuquerque.

Hughes grew up playing Australian rules football. His dream was to make it to the Australian Football League, and he made it as far as the semi-pro level with the Northern Bullants. Then, in his mid-20s, Hughes made a change.

In 2023, Hughes looked into Prokick Australia. The program is designed to train Australian football and rugby players in American football. The hope is to give players connections in the USA.

Last year, Hughes landed an opportunity with City College of San Francisco.

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