Former Hull FC head coach John Cartwright expressed feelings of betrayal and disrespect following the confirmation of his exit from the club. The announcement, made on April 7, stated that Cartwright would be leaving at the end of the current Betfred Super League season, with the club opting to exercise a six-month termination clause in his contract. Cartwright, who has yet to receive an explanation for the decision, revealed that he was surprised by the news and is still seeking a meeting with club officials to discuss the matter. Despite the circumstances, Cartwright has pledged to continue performing his duties and maintain his loyalty to the players.
The 60-year-old Australian had been at the helm since the start of the 2025 campaign, guiding the team to a seventh-placed finish in his first season. Hull FC has already begun the process of finding a new coach for the 2027 season and currently sits ninth in the Super League standings.