hudson began his first grade career for cronulla in 1993 making his debut in round 3 against local rivals st george. hudson made 5 appearances that season before signing with eastern suburbs. hudson spent two seasons at eastern suburbs and was a regular in the team but left at the end of 1995 to join the newly admitted south queensland side. hudson spent two unsuccessful seasons with south queensland as they finished last with back to back wooden spoons. hudson featured in the club's last ever game which was a 39-18 victory over the western suburbs magpies.