Hull FC’s John Cartwright discusses the new disciplinary system and its implications for players, advocating for fairness and clarity.
Cartwright is all about fairness. He believes players shouldn’t be penalized for past mistakes under a different system. It just doesn’t seem right to him. He mentioned that if you think about it, it wouldn’t fly in any other job. He’s also calling for a sensible approach to how offences are judged. Last season, the RFL was pretty strict on head contacts, and it stirred up quite a bit of controversy.
He’s hoping they keep things clear this year, especially when it comes to accidental head contacts versus real foul play. It’s a tough game, and while there are rules, accidents happen. Cartwright gets that, but he wants the rules to be consistent. He pointed out that some things are just black and white, like hitting someone off the ball.
He’s aware that the constant changes to the rules can be a headache for teams. Injuries and suspensions can really take a toll on a squad. But he’s determined to adapt to whatever system is in place. It’s all about rolling with the punches and focusing on what they can control.
