10: Hull FC
Example grades for 2024: Grade A (15.05 points)
Class of 2025: B (14.51 points)
It’s fair to say that 2024 has been a terrible year for black and white people, both on and off the field.
Commenting on the announcement of the club’s grades, Chairman Adam Pearson said: “We are obviously disappointed that we have not achieved A grade in 2025, but it is clear that our poor performance on the field in recent seasons has been a major factor in our failure in this competition. , which has clearly identified these as key focus areas for the next assessment period.
“A natural consequence of the on-field performance is a slight decrease in stadium utilization scores. Meanwhile, the decline in TV viewership due to changes in the broadcasting environment in 2024 is a factor that the club cannot control.
“We also have two of the best big screens in the sport and despite being the only club with two screens, we are also frustrated with not being able to achieve the relevant scores on the stadium big screens and being shown to unrealistic and unachievable standards. expressed. More than one.
“As evidenced by the many changes to our playing squad and performance department in recent months, work is already well underway to get our 2025 performance right in terms of people, facilities, player welfare and development both on and off the pitch.
“The appointment of a new manager, John Cartwright, several new performance staff members and a host of experienced recruits to support and develop our young squad, all led by our new Director of Rugby, Richie Myler. We are confident in change. “Our fortunes will improve in 2025.”
