Cartwright Feels 'Betrayed and Disrespected' Following Sudden Hull FC Departure

Hull FC's head coach, John Cartwright, expressed feelings of betrayal and disrespect after the club confirmed his exit without providing an explanation. The announcement, made on April 7, stated that Cartwright would be leaving at the end of the Betfred Super League season. Despite the news, Cartwright remains unaware of the reasoning behind the decision. In a statement to the press, Cartwright said, 'The club decided to part ways with me at the end of my contract, invoking a six-month termination clause. I still haven't received an explanation, and I expect to discuss this further in the near future.' Cartwright, who took over at the MKM Stadium in 2025, led the team to a seventh-place finish, their highest since 2020. The club has begun the process of hiring a new coach for the 2027 season and currently sits ninth in the Super League. Cartwright has committed to fulfilling his duties, stating, 'I'll continue to do my job without compromising it.' He also emphasized his loyalty to the players, saying, 'The bond I share with them can never be taken away.' The sudden departure came as a surprise to Cartwright, who noted that he had not been given any indication of the club's intentions prior to the announcement.