Hull FC Takeover by Andrew Thirkill and David Hood Approaches Completion

In 2024, Hull FC concluded the Super League season in 11th place out of 12 teams. Andrew Thirkill, former president of Leeds Rhinos, and businessman David Hood have entered an exclusive agreement regarding the acquisition of Hull FC. Adam Pearson, the current chairman who has held ownership of the club for the last 13 years, will transition into a consultancy role. Mr. Thirkill held the presidency of the Rhinos from 2018 until the previous month. He is also the father of Stephanie Thirkill, whose partner, Richie Myler, serves as Hull FC’s director of rugby. The Black and Whites experienced a challenging 2024 Super League season, securing victories in only three of their 27 games. “I will be delighted to hand over the reins to Andrew as the club’s new chairman – his love for the sport of rugby league and passion for success provides a perfect combination for the club to thrive once more under his leadership and guidance,” Pearson said. “After 13 years of ownership, it has been critically important to me to transfer the club into the right hands, and this event certainly ticks all those boxes. “This change of ownership heralds a bright future for Hull FC. “We need all of our supporters to rally together to restore unity and pride in our famous club.”