Hull FC Announces John Cartwright's Departure at Season's End

John Cartwright, the head coach of Hull FC, will be leaving the club at the end of the current Super League season. Cartwright took the reins ahead of the 2025 season and has since led the team to 19 wins out of 39 games. Despite being contracted until the end of the 2027 season, the club has decided to release him a year early. Hull FC's CEO, Richie Myler, expressed gratitude for Cartwright's contributions, stating that he has been instrumental in restoring stability and competitiveness to the team. Cartwright will continue to lead the squad for the remainder of the season, with the club's full support. Following the announcement, the players reportedly skipped a training session, seeking communication from club officials regarding the decision. The club is currently in the process of securing a new head coach for the 2027 season and will provide an update soon. Former Catalans Dragons head coach Steve McNamara, who played for Hull FC from 1989 to 1996, has been approached as a potential replacement.