Lake looks for more prominent Hull role

The 27-year-old Hull-born winger spent four years out of the game after becoming disillusioned with the sport when last with the Stingrays back in 2006.

After impressing player-coach Sylvain Cloutier enough to earn a deal for last season, however, Lake – who has also skated more than 60 top-flight games for Yorkshire rivals Sheffield Steelers – is determined to have a more prominent role this time around.

He was named the club’s Best British Player at the end-of-season awards dinner after posting five goals and five assists in 46 games.

“I may not have played as much as I would have liked (last season), but I understand why as I hadn’t played for a few years,” said Lake.

“But I hope I showed people I can still compete. I am hoping to play more this season.”