Hull FC have again turned to the NRL as they look to solve their current halves issue. The Super League club today announced theyโ€™ve secured the services of young Newcastle Knights playmaker Tex Hoy on a two-year deal, with a further option for 2025.

โ€œTex is a natural footballer with the ability to create opportunities with his brilliant footwork and passing game,โ€ Hull FC coach Brett Hodgson said in a club release.

โ€œHeโ€™s young and hungry to show that he can play consistently at this level. Weโ€™re excited to have him on board for next season.โ€

The 22-year-old is equally excited, citing a guarantee of first-team football as a major motivating factor in the move.

โ€œIโ€™m excited for a new chapter,โ€ Hoy told club media.

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โ€œ(Hull) showed a lot of interest, which made the decision easier. They also said I had the opportunity to play every week. Thatโ€™s the main thing for me.โ€

Hoy has made just six appearances for the struggling Knights in 2022, but has been a regular feature for the clubโ€™s NSW Cup side, which is coached by former Hull FC player Mark Oโ€™Meley.

Hoy will link up with the club at the start of next season, although they had initially sought to bring him over immediately to address a sudden shortage created by the abrupt departure of former NRL playmaker Josh Reynolds.

โ€œAt the start of the conversation with Hull the plan was for me to come over earlier,โ€ Hoy said.

โ€œIโ€™m contracted to the Knights at the moment. I went to them and asked (for a release) but they wanted me to stay as someone who can help at fullback or in the halves if somebody goes down.โ€

Since the start of June, Hull FC have struggled to maintain their early momentum, winning just one of their past six games. Theyโ€™re now at serious risk of falling out of the top six.