Hull FC has secured a vital partnership with Outdoor Living, naming them the team’s Official Wellness, Wellbeing & Recovery Partner for 2025. Announced on March 20, 2025, this collaboration promises to enhance player recovery through the installation of new ice baths at both the MKM Stadium and the University of Hull Rugby League Performance, Education & Community Hub. The Black & Whites first teamed up with Outdoor Living back in 2018, and this new agreement marks an exciting expansion of their relationship.
Outdoor Living boasts over 25 years of experience in the industry, providing premier services and products in Yorkshire and beyond. Their offerings include gazebos, ice baths, swim spas, saunas, and showers, catering to various wellness needs. According to Paul Margerison, Managing Director of Outdoor Living, the new contract reflects the company's dedication to enhancing athlete performance and recovery.
“This is a proud moment for both myself and all the team at Outdoor Living being named as Hull FC’s Wellness, Wellbeing & Recovery Partners for 2025,” Margerison stated, expressing enthusiasm about the three-year commitment with the club. He added that the partnership would also involve providing infrared saunas and other innovative products designed to support the players' recovery processes, both on and off the field.
In addition to the partnership with Outdoor Living, Hull FC’s Scholarship squad has also been making headlines, as Richard Tate recently announced a 19-man squad to face the Leeds Rhinos on the evening of March 20, 2025. The match is set to kick off at 7:00 PM at the Arthur Miller Stadium. This game presents a significant opportunity for many players who will don the Black & White colors for the first time.
The squad for the match includes names like Jethro Attah-Boakye, Owen Bartle, and Kadus Boateng, among others—a mix of emerging talent eager to make their mark in a challenging fixture against a strong Leeds side. This event adds to the excitement surrounding Hull FC as they enhance their youth development pathway while reinforcing their commitment to nurturing local talent.
Meanwhile, former Hull FC player Nick Staveley continues to draw attention following his recent signing with Sheffield Eagles until the end of the 2026 season. On March 20, 2025, it was announced that Staveley had joined the Championship side after his trial at Castleford Tigers did not meet expectations.
Staveley, who made eight senior appearances for Hull FC, departed the MKM Stadium earlier this year, having suffered an ACL injury that kept him from fully participating in training while at Castleford. Rather than remaining on trial, he has now found a new home at Sheffield, where the team hopes to utilize his skills effectively in upcoming matches. Staveley turned 21 in January 2025 and has solid experience, including 13 appearances for Newcastle Thunder. He made his Super League debut against Castleford in September 2023, where he scored his first top-flight try in March 2024 against London Broncos.
Sheffield Eagles head coach, Craig Lingard, expressed excitement over Staveley's joining, stating, “I’m really pleased to get him in, he’s another body we needed to get in.” Lingard acknowledged Staveley’s potential and past experiences, looking forward to what he can contribute as the Eagles continue their campaign after a rough start this season, having won only one of their opening three games. Their next match will be on March 30, 2025, against newly-promoted Oldham at Olympic Legacy Park.
In summary, Hull FC is making significant strides not only through strategic partnerships aimed at promoting player wellness but also through fostering young talent and welcoming returning players into the fold. With these developments, the club is poised for a promising 2025 as they strive for success both on and off the field.
