Cartwright Feels Betrayed by Hull FC Following Sudden Exit Announcement

Former Hull FC head coach John Cartwright expressed feelings of betrayal and disrespect after the club announced his departure without providing a clear explanation. The 60-year-old Australian coach was informed that his services would no longer be needed at the end of the current Betfred Super League season, with the club choosing to exercise a six-month termination clause in his contract. Cartwright, who led the team to a seventh-place finish in the 2025 campaign, stated that he was surprised by the decision and has yet to receive a reason for his exit. Despite the circumstances, Cartwright remains committed to his duties and will continue to fulfill his responsibilities until his contract expires. The club has already begun the process of finding a new coach for the 2027 season and currently sits ninth in the Super League standings with three wins and four defeats from their first seven matches.