Hull FC Announces Departure of Head Coach at End of Season

Hull FC announced last week that its head coach will depart at the end of the season. The club will not renew the coach's contract, which began after the 2024 season on a two-year deal. In 2024, the team won three of 27 matches.

The head coach told BBC Radio Humberside that the departure was not mutual. The coach said no reason had been given despite requests for an explanation. A meeting with club officials is expected in the near future.

Team Performance and Recent Seasons Under the coach, Hull FC finished seventh in the 2025 season, three points from a play-off position.

The team currently holds ninth place in the standings, two points from the top six. The coach emphasized the need to win remaining games to avoid wasting the season. Hull FC's next match is against St Helens on Thursday.

St Helens reached the Challenge Cup semi-finals. The game will take place at the club's stadium.

Response to the Announcement The coach described feeling betrayed and disrespected due to the lack of communication.

Reports indicate that a replacement has been identified, with the information leaked before official confirmation. The coach noted that the timing of the leak was awkward but expressed no personal issues with the incoming coach. No major fallout with the board occurred prior to the decision, according to the coach.

The coach confirmed expectations that the replacement, currently an assistant at another club, will take over at the end of the year.

Impact on Training and Players Last Tuesday's training session was canceled after the coach informed the players of the departure.

The meeting was emotional, and the players chose to remain after the coaches left the room. The coach decided that training would not be productive in the circumstances and allowed the players time to discuss among themselves. The players may have addressed grievances during their discussion, though the coach did not inquire about the details.

Despite the situation, the coach stated that the focus remains on performing in the remaining matches. Hull FC aims to secure as many wins as possible in the ongoing season.

Hull FC's position affects its chances for postseason qualification. The departure adds uncertainty to the team's preparations for the end of the season.