Brett Hodgson

John Cartwright will take over at the MKM Stadium at the end of his year. (Photo: Bradley Kanaris/Getty Images)

Hull's sliding doors moment as Pearson looks to future with Cartwright and Myler

Simon Grix, pictured, has taken over from Tony Smith on an interim basis. (Photo: Paul Currie/SWpix.com)

Hull FC v Rhinos - Simon Grix out to shake bad habits as he protects youngsters

It has been a challenging start for Tony Smith and Hull FC. (Photo: Jonathan Gawthorpe)

'I'm certain he's the man' - John Kear backs Tony Smith to get it right at Hull

Davy Litten is ready to kick on in 2024. (Photo: Allan McKenzie/SWpix.com)

Davy Litten desperate to avoid repeat mistakes despite breakthrough season

Jack Brown has forced his way back into the Hull FC team. (Photo: Allan McKenzie/SWpix.com)

Hull FC prop Jack Brown on avoiding play-off talk, form and Hull KR rumours

Liam Sutcliffe and Chris Satae celebrate the win over Wigan Warriors. (Photo: John Clifton/SWpix.com)

Hull 14 Wigan 10 - Debutant Trueman the hero in unexpected fashion

Brett Hodgson spent two seasons in charge of Hull FC (Picture: John Clifton/SWPix.com)

Ex-Hull coach Brett Hodgson lands plum job after opting to stay in rugby union

Tony Smith is set for his first Super League game in charge of the Black and Whites. (Photo: Hull FC)

'We owe them' - Hull FC boss Tony Smith on the task of getting fans back onside

Jamie Shaul is weighing up whether to retire at the end of the 2023 season. (Photo: Will Palmer/SWpix.com)

Shaul on retirement thoughts, bowing out right way and almost joining Wakefield

ST HELENS, ENGLAND - MAY 13: Brett Hodgson, Head Coach of Hull FC looks on prior to the Betfred Super League Round 12 match between St Helens and Hull FC at Totally Wicked Stadium on May 13, 2022 in St Helens, England. (Photo by Lewis Storey/Getty Images)

England appoint former Hull FC boss Brett Hodgson as defence coach

So near yet so far for Zak Hardaker and Leeds Rhinos. (Picture: Ed Sykes/SWpix.com)

Super League report - Rhinos take road less travelled as Hull go off rails

Tony Smith would be happy to hold talks with Hull FC. (Picture: Fabrice Rodriguez/SWpix.com)

Exclusive - Ex-Hull KR boss Tony Smith issues come-and-get-me plea to Hull FC

Hull FC have parted company with Brett Hodgson (Picture: John Rushworth/SWPix.com)

Brett Hodgson out as Hull FC boss following 'disgusting' loss to Hull KR

Hull FC's Scott Taylor tries to get at Hull KR's Albert Vete (Picture: John Rushton/SWPix.com)

'Disgusting' Hull embarrass Hodgson as Hull KR make mockery of 16-man squad

Brett Hodgson is desperate to finish a challenging season on a high. (Picture: Will Palmer/SWpix.com)

'It's not a dead rubber' - Brett Hodgson talks up importance of Hull derby

Cameron Scott is staying at the MKM Stadium. (Picture: SWPix.com)

'He still has so much potential to unlock' - Hull FC tie down talented youngster

It has been a tough season for Brett Hodgson and his Hull FC side. (Picture: SWPix.com)

Hull FC v Toulouse - Short-term pain, long-term gain is Brett Hodgson's message

Brett Hodgson's side are effectively out of the play-off race. (Picture: SWPix.com)

Salford Red Devils v Hull FC - Brett Hodgson issues rallying call

Hull FC react to the defeat against Wakefield Trinity. (Credit: John Clifton/SWpix.com)

'Stick by us' - Brett Hodgson's plea to Hull FC supporters after latest defeat

Wakefield Trinity celebrate Liam Hood's try. (Picture: SWPix.com)

Willie Poching calls for one last big effort to finish job in front of fans

Brett Hodgson's side are in a slump. (Picture: SWPix.com)

No play-off talk at Hull FC as they aim to arrest worrying slide

Brett Hodgson admits Hull FC have pushed any thoughts about the Super League play-offs to the back of their minds as they aim to arrest a worrying slide.

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Brett Hodgson was at a loss to explain another dismal defeat. (Picture: SWPix.com)

Hull FC set for 'hard talks' after latest hammering at hands of St Helens

Hull FC have four games remaining at the MKM Stadium. (Picture: SWPix.com)

Hull FC v St Helens - Brett Hodgson urges side to make home advantage count

Brett Hodgson's side take on St Helens on Sunday. (Picture: SWPix.com)

Hull coach Brett Hodgson on taking St Helens' lead and green shoots of progress

Liam Sutcliffe Touches down for the Rhinos against Hull FC, but he will be swapping shirts next season. Picture Bruce Rollinson

Leeds Rhinos’ Liam Sutcliffe on the move to Hull FC

Huddersfield Giants celebrate Theo Fages' try. (Picture: Bruce Rollinson)

'A champion mentality' - Ian Watson hails Huddersfield Giants resilience

Jordan Johnstone: Hull player in the squad for tonight' game at Huddersfield but on the move when the season ends. (Picture: Allan McKenzie/SWpix.com)

Huddersfield Giants v Hull FC: Play-off positioning at stake in Yorkshire derby

On target: Luke Gale kicked four goals and a penalty in Hull's win over Toulouse. Picture: Tony Johnson.

Black and Whites hit form away in France

Brett Hodgson believes Hull FC are heading in the right direction. (Picture: SWPix.com)

Toulouse v Hull FC - Brett Hodgson bloodied but unbowed amid form slump

It was a dream night for Lee Radford and Castleford Tigers. (Picture: Bruce Rollinson/YP)

'It's not great': Lee Radford reveals mixed emotions after emphatic win at Hull

Derrell Olpherts goes over for his first try. (Picture: Bruce Rollinson/YP)

Hull 18 Tigers 46 - Radford enjoys dream homecoming to pile pressure on Hodgson

Brett Hodgson's side are aiming to keep hold of their play-off spot. (Picture: SWPix.com)

Hull FC boss Brett Hodgson wipes slate clean ahead of Castleford Tigers clash

Brett Hodgson is viewing the final eight rounds as a season within a season as Hull FC aim to secure a play-off spot.

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Jake Connor has been in fine form this season. (Picture: SWPix.com)

Hull FC full-back Jake Connor set for shock comeback against Castleford Tigers

Tex Hoy will link up with Hull FC at the end of the year. (Credit: Hull FC)

'A natural footballer' - Hoy deal leaves Hodgson excited about creative options

Wigan Warriors' Bevan French celebrates scoring their ninth try and his seventh of the game. Picture: Ed Sykes/SWpix.com

Wigan 60 Hull FC 0: ‘It was pretty much men versus boys’ admits Brett Hodgson

Hull FC celebrate the win over Hull KR. (Picture: SWPix.com)

Wigan Warriors v Hull FC - Only our best will do, warns Kieron Purtill

Jack Walker celebrates Josh Simm's try. (Picture: SWPix.com)

Jack Walker on future and Brett Hodgson's plan once Jake Connor returns

Brett Hodgson saw his Hull FC team win for the first time in five games. (Picture: SWPix.com)

Hodgson hails Hull FC loanees as both coaches react to Minchella no try

Danny McGuire has taken the reins at Hull KR. (Picture: SWPix.com)

Hull KR v Hull FC - McGuire not afraid to shake things up in baptism of fire

Castleford Tigers' Jake Trueman. Picture Bruce Rollinson

Why Jake Trueman has swapped Castleford for Hull FC

Second best: Leeds' Aidan Seizer is held by Jamie Shaul, left, and Danny Houghton. Picture: Bruce Rollinson

Hodgson at loss to explain Hull’s shock collapse

Hull v Leeds - Hodgson wary of 'desperate' visitors as Smith makes admission

Luke Gale takes the ball in at the Halliwell Jones Stadium. (Picture: SWPix.com)

Hull continue to play Swift waiting game as Hodgson reveals fresh injury blow

There is concern over Luke Gale after taking a heavy blow to the head. (Picture: SWPix.com)

Brett Hodgson confirms double injury blow as he discusses Jake Connor absence

Scott Taylor takes the ball in. (Picture: SWPix.com)

Warrington 4 Hull FC 0: Jake Connor-shaped hole obvious in insipid display

Brett Hodgson's side have lost their last two games. (Picture: SWPix.com)

Brett Hodgson backs Hull FC to rediscover form against Warrington

Josh Reynolds' Hull FC career is over. (Picture: SWPix.com)

Josh Reynolds departure confirmed as Hull FC explain decision

JOSH REYNOLDS: Is close to leaving Hull FC. Picture: Paul Currie/SWpix.com.

Josh Reynolds on the verge of leaving Hull FC with immediate effect

Players of Hull FC's players struggled in the heat of Perignan against Catalans Dragons Picture by Manuel Blondeau/SWpix.com

Catalans 36 Hull 8: More injury worries for Airlie Birds

Jake Connor is facing a lengthy spell on the sidelines. (Picture: SWPix.com)

Brett Hodgson confirms NRL interest in Hull FC star Jake Connor

Jake Connor faces a battle to be back before the end of the season. (Picture: SWPix.com)

Hull FC confirm major Jake Connor blow with star full-back set for long lay-off

Brett Hodgson's side are in familiar territory at the halfway stage. (Picture: SWPix.com)

Brett Hodgson expects Hull FC to avoid repeat of 2021 in second half of season

Hull of a win: Black and Whites' Scott Taylor celebrates after Carlos Tuimavave scored a try. Picture by Anna Gowthorpe/SWpix.com

Hodgson delighted with Hull grit as they foil the Warriors’ fightback

Brett Hodgson has urged Hull to push Wigan to the limit. (Picture: SWPix.com)

Hull FC out to make life uncomfortable for Wigan, warns Brett Hodgson

St Helens' Jack Welsby (right) is tackled by Hull FC's Jack Brown. Picture: PA.

Saints are too strong for Hull as they go clear

Brett Hodgson knows Hull need to be on the money mentally. (Picture: SWPix.com)

Hull FC boss Brett Hodgson out to clear mental hurdle against St Helens

Hull FC's Connor Wynne. Picture: Allan McKenzie/SWpix.com

New contract for Connor Wynne, who ‘brings a spark’ to Hull FC

Denive Balmforth enjoyed a debut to remember. (Picture: SWPix.com)

Hull FC boss Brett Hodgson gives verdict on Denive Balmforth debut after big win

Brett Hodgson is not taking Toulouse lightly. (Picture: SWPix.com)

Hull v Toulouse - Brett Hodgson demands intensity to maintain feel-good factor

Luke Gale was sent off against St Helens. (Picture: SWPix.com)

Hull FC pair Luke Gale and Josh Reynolds warned to clean up act