Hull FC

Hull FC have confirmed that head coach John Cartwright will leave the club at the end of the season, cutting short his three-year contract.

A statement from the Black and Whites has confirmed that the Australian, who took charge ahead of the 2025 season, will leave at the conclusion of the current campaign.

That statement was penned by Chief Executive Officer Richie Myler and confirmed that the search for a new head coach for 2027 is already underway, with an update provided in ‘due course’.

The club announced: “Hull FC can confirm that head coach John Cartwright will depart the club at the conclusion of the 2026 Betfred Super League season.

“John joined the club during a challenging period and has played an important role in restoring stability and competitiveness on the field.

“The board would like to place on record its sincere thanks for John’s contribution during his time with the club.”

Hull FC begin search for new head coach

Nothing will change at Hull FC in the short-term with the Black and Whites confirming that Cartwright will continue to run the first-team for the remainder of the season, however, recruitment could well change to be focused more around what CEO Myler calls for.

It now means that both Hull FC and Hull KR are in the process of searching for a new head coach for 2027 with the news of Cartwright’s exit coming just over a week after Willie Peters’ confirmed exit from Craven Park.

The statement concluded: “John will continue to lead the first-team squad for the remainder of the current campaign, and has the support of the full club as we work together to finish the season as strongly as possible.

“To minimise speculation, the club can confirm that they are in the process of securing the services of a new head coach for the 2027 season onwards, and will provide a further update in due course.”