Hull FC Falls to St Helens as Outgoing Coach Cartwright Emotionally Opens Up

Outgoing Hull FC coach John Cartwright expressed his desire to remain in charge until the end of the season, despite the club's decision not to renew his contract. Cartwright revealed he was left feeling 'betrayed and disrespected' by the move, which he claimed caught him by surprise. The 60-year-old Australian was emotional as he spoke about his future, stating he had not been given a clear reason for his dismissal. Despite the uncertainty, Cartwright remains committed to the team and is focused on the rest of the season. Hull FC suffered a 24-14 defeat to St Helens, but Cartwright was praised by the home fans, who chanted his name during the match. The coach's future remains uncertain, with reports suggesting former England and Catalans Dragons head coach Steve McNamara is lined up to replace him. Cartwright is set to meet with Hull FC owner Andrew Thirkill next week to discuss his future. The team's performance against St Helens was impressive, with Hull FC leading by six points at the interval before falling away. The defeat was a setback for the team, but Cartwright remains proud of his players' efforts.