Cartwright feels 'betrayed' after sudden Hull FC departure announcement

Former Hull FC head coach John Cartwright expressed his feelings of betrayal and disrespect following the unexpected announcement of his departure from the club. Despite his dedication to the team, Cartwright was not provided with an explanation for the decision to end his tenure. He stated, 'The club has decided to part ways with me at the end of my contract, but I still haven't been given a reason.' Cartwright, who led the team to a seventh-place finish in the 2025 campaign, will continue to fulfill his duties until the end of the season. The club has already begun the process of finding a new coach for the 2027 season, with Cartwright's current contract set to expire. Hull FC is currently ninth in the Super League standings, with three wins and four losses from their first seven matches.