Hull FC Prepares for 2025 Season Amid Roster Changes
As the 2024 rugby league season reaches its midpoint, all Super League clubs are closely eyeing the upcoming 2025 campaign. Nowhere is this more evident than at Hull FC, where a playoff push has long since faded. With a new head coach, John Cartwright, set to arrive later this year, the focus shifts to the squad he will inherit and the level of business the Black and Whites need to undertake to ensure they’re ready to hit the ground running in 2025.
The latest Recruitment Report delves into the intricacies of Hull FC’s roster, providing a comprehensive overview of their players under contract, new signings, and areas that require strengthening.
Hull FC’s contracted players for 2025 include several key positions, such as fullback, wing, center, half-back, prop, and second-row. Notable additions for the upcoming season include the signings of Zak Hardaker, Oliver Holmes, and Salford hooker Amir Bourouh, as well as the return of Jordan Abdull from local rivals Hull Kingston Rovers.
However, the club has yet to confirm the futures of several players, including Denive Balmforth, Lennon Bursell, Joe Cator, Jeylan Hodgson, Danny Houghton, Sully Medforth, Cam Scott, Charlie Severs, Carlos Tuimavave, and Mitieli Vulikijapani. The fate of experienced players like Tuimavave and Houghton remains uncertain.
“The key areas of focus for Hull FC appear to be at hooker, where Bourouh’s arrival provides experience, and the three-quarter line, where the club may seek to add further reinforcements to complement the signing of Hardaker.”
In terms of squad depth, Hull FC may have room to maneuver in the overseas market, with five overseas players currently under contract for 2025. The departure of Tuimavave could open up additional opportunities for the club to strengthen their roster.
With some players currently out on loan, such as Franklin Pele and Jayden Okunbor, the club may also consider potential moves to free up cap and quota space as new head coach Cartwright looks to assemble his squad for the 2025 season.
Overall, the Recruitment Report highlights the complex landscape facing Hull FC as they navigate the offseason and work to build a competitive squad capable of challenging in the 2025 rugby league season.
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