DONE DEAL: Tex Hoy to join Hull FC in 2023

Hull FC have confirmed the signing of NRL playmaker Tex Hoy for the 2023 Betfred Super League season.

The 22-year old has signed a two-year deal with the Black & Whites, with the club having the option to extend Hoy’s stay at the MKM Stadium by a further year.

Heading to East Yorkshire from NRL outfit Newcastle Knights, Hoy is another exciting addition to Hull’s spine next year which includes fellow new arrival Jake Trueman and last year’s Man of Steel nominee, Jake Connor. 

The South Newcastle Lions junior broke onto the scene with the Knights in 2020 as one of the NRL’s most prominent rising stars, going on to make 23 senior appearances over the last couple of seasons for Adam O’Brien’s side. 

Speaking in his first interview with hullfc.com, Hoy said: “I’m really excited! Obviously, it’s a big move for me to be coming over from Australia, but it was a decision I made purely down to how excited I was to come,?? he said. 

“It’s a huge opportunity for me to play some footy, whilst being able to grow as a player and a person.

“I’ve heard that Hull is a big rugby league city and I know that there are two teams that hate each other there. 

“Mark O’Meley coaches me at NSW Cup level and as soon as he found out about Hull’s interest, he gave me a nudge and told me how much I would enjoy it.

Hull FC head coach, Brett Hodgson, said: “Tex is a natural footballer, with the ability to create opportunities with his brilliant footwork and passing game.

“He’s young and hungry to show that he can play consistently at this level; we’re really excited to have him on board for next season.

“Tex is a real creator off the back of what other people can do; he has that versatility being able to play in the halves or at full-back, but in space, he is able to play a similar way to that of Jake Connor, where he can hit that right pass at the right time, as well as having a really strong running game with speed too.

“I’m excited to see what he can contribute in our spine next season alongside some excellent players, and we should see some really exciting combinations in our team next season as we continue to build and shape our squad.??