"It is something that I've been trying to do for years," said the Heriots flyer, who has been handed a six-month contract by Robinson.

"This can only be encouraging for the players in Premier One because it shows there is still a chance for them.

"It shows everybody that Andy wants to develop Scottish talent rather than look for overseas players."

Scotland centre Nick de Luca and Edinburgh newcomer of the year John Houston have already progressed from Heriot's.

Jim Thompson, Steve Turnbull, Fraser McKenzie and Bruce McNeil have also all made the step from Goldenacre to Edinburgh during the summer.

"I have played with all these boys and seen them earn recognition," Teague added.

"I thought I had played well over the past four seasons and scored tries. But I really wanted to prove my worth in the club international matches earlier on in the year to see how far away I was from the professional scene.

"Now I realise I have to take the next step, which is to try and break into the Edinburgh side and that is probably the hardest thing I've ever had to do."