Hull FC Falls to St Helens as Coach John Cartwright Emotionally Reveals Uncertain Future

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's emotional remarks came ahead of his side's 24-14 Betfred Super League loss to St Helens. The Australian coach felt 'betrayed and disrespected' by the club's decision and stated that he had not been given a clear reason for his dismissal. Cartwright was cheered by Hull's home fans, who even chanted his name during the match. He expressed his love for the team and his belief that they can have a 'fantastic year.' The coach's future remains uncertain, with meetings scheduled for the following week to discuss his position. Cartwright took over as coach on a two-year deal after the 2024 season and oversaw a significant improvement in results, with the team's win total rising to 13 in 2025. The news of his impending exit left him emotional, and he praised his players for their professionalism in the face of uncertainty. The match saw Hull FC lead by six points at the interval before St Helens staged a comeback, with late tries securing their victory. The win marked a strong response from St Helens after their recent performances, including a dramatic Good Friday win over Wigan and a Challenge Cup victory over Catalans Dragons.