Former Hull FC head coach John Cartwright expressed his feelings of betrayal and disrespect following the club's decision to part ways with him at the end of the current season. The announcement, made on April 7, caught Cartwright off guard, and he has yet to receive an explanation for the decision. In an interview, Cartwright stated that he was informed the club would be exercising a six-month termination clause in his contract, but the reasons behind this choice remain unclear. Despite the circumstances, Cartwright has vowed to continue performing his duties and maintaining his loyalty to the players.
The 60-year-old Australian had been at the helm since the start of the 2025 campaign, leading the team to a seventh-place finish, their highest since 2020. With the club already searching for a new coach for the 2027 season, Cartwright's focus remains on the present, ensuring a professional finish to his tenure.