Hull FC Exit Leaves Cartwright Feeling Betrayed

Former Hull FC head coach John Cartwright expressed his disappointment and felt disrespected after the club announced his departure without providing a clear explanation. Cartwright's exit was confirmed on April 7, with the club invoking a six-month termination clause in his contract. Despite his efforts to understand the reasoning behind the decision, Cartwright remains in the dark. In a recent interview, he stated, 'I probably feel a little bit betrayed and disrespected.' Cartwright had been with the club since the start of the 2025 season, leading them to a seventh-place finish, their highest since 2020. The club has already begun the process of finding a new coach for the 2027 season, with Cartwright's current contract set to expire. He has assured that he will continue to perform his duties professionally, despite the circumstances. 'My loyalty and my bond with the players are something that can never be taken away,' Cartwright said.