Sky Sports’ Jon Wilkin Praises Justin Holbrook as ‘Exceptional Candidate’ for Hull FC Head Coaching Role
Sky Sports’ Jon Wilkin has praised Justin Holbrook as an ‘exceptional candidate’ for the vacant head coaching position at Hull FC. Wilkin, speaking on Sky’s weekly rugby league show The Verdict, insisted that Holbrook would be the ideal candidate to come in and replace Tony Smith, and try to revive the fortunes of the Black and Whites following a disappointing start to the season.
Wilkin urged new Hull director of rugby Richie Myler to make Holbrook his top priority for the head coaching role, citing his own experiences of working under Holbrook at St Helens as a prime example of the coach’s ability to transform a club’s fortunes.
“What he did at St Helens, he came in and turned our frustration into excitement, he turned our frailties into confidence, and he turned young boys into men,” Wilkin said.
This is not the first time Holbrook has been linked with a return to Super League. Last summer, he was extensively linked with the role at Warrington Wolves, with some reports suggesting he had agreed a deal to succeed Daryl Powell at the Halliwell Jones Stadium. However, Holbrook ultimately chose to remain in Australia, leading to Sam Burgess taking charge at Warrington. Family reasons were believed to be key behind Holbrook’s decision not to have a second crack at Super League, making it unlikely that he will be in the frame for the Hull job.
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