Hull FC head coach John Cartwright believes Jordan Rapana could line up in a different position 'every week' this year. Cartwright started the Black and Whites' new recruit in the left centre position at Castleford Tigers, with the 35-year-old veteran also expected to play in the full-back and wing spots at various stages this season.

But for now, it's centre where Rapana's immediate future looks. The New Zealander lined up in the three-quarter position with Logan Moy at full-back—something Rapana strongly indicated would happen in an exclusive interview with Hull Live earlier this week.

Playing the first half, Rapana looked strong, scoring Hull's only effort of the opening forty minutes. But more importantly, the new recruit was strong in defence, reading the play and sticking at his contact, while also showing energy with his carries and an urgency to get to the play of the ball and jump out.

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It was an encouraging first runout in Hull colours for the Kiwi, who played his part in the 16-10 win. Meanwhile, Cartwright, who coached him at Gold Coast Titans back in the NRL, was full of praise for the star.

"He's a class player," Cartwright told Hull Live post-match. "He can play anywhere. He could play six, he can play wing, he can play full-back, and he'd probably play in the second row if he had to. He's natural, and he's got a lot of know-how as far as football is concerned. He's tough—he's been around for a long time. He's going to be a huge player for us."

Hull begin their competitive season against York Acorn in the Challenge Cup next month, before a long and strenuous 27-round Super League campaign. And with those demands set to test his squad at various stages, Cartwright is fully preparing to use Rapana in different spots, also explaining some further rationale behind his centre pick.

"He could play in a different spot every week depending on injuries, suspensions, and all that sort of stuff," Cartwright added. "He had a limited time with us in the pre-season; he got over here late, and he had a bad injury over there at the end of last season.

"Winger and full-back are pretty tough positions to play without the miles in your legs, so at the moment, centre is the spot for him. As soon as he gets a few games under his belt, he could play full-back, wing, or six if he needed to."

Hull face York Acorn at Featherstone's Millenium Stadium next Saturday—kickoff 2pm.