Jack Hunt makes League Two switch following brief Wigan Athletic spell
Jack Hunt will ply his trade in League Two this season after departing Wigan Athletic at the end of last term
Newly-promoted League Two club York City have announced the signing of experienced defender Jack Hunt following his departure from Wigan Athletic.
The 35-year-old left Latics upon the expiration of his short-term contract at the conclusion of last season, having arrived at the club back in January.
Hunt has now joined York ahead of their League Two campaign, with the Minstermen having won the National League title last season.
Speaking to York City FC’s YouTube channel, Hunt said: “Absolutely delighted. Promotion last season, the club is making a lot of noise, and there is nothing really to be fearful of being back in the Football League, and it’s really exciting times for the football club and myself.
“It’s a really exciting time for the club, the style of play, everyone is making a lot of noise around the place, and it was something that I wanted to be part of, especially after speaking with Matt (Uggla, co-owner).
“We’ve both discussed our journey, he says he how sees me in the group and also on the pitch, and when you hear things that you agree with, they automatically come together and align. I think he’s done a brilliant job so far, and he’s back in the Football League now and wants to really kick on, and it suits me.”
Although York have only just gained promotion back to the Football League, Hunt wants to help the Minstermen achieve back-to-back promotions.
“Without sounding arrogant, promotion,” Hunt said when asked what a successful season looks like on York’s return to the Football League.
“It comes with a lot of hard work and togetherness, but there is nothing to be fearful of in the Football League. There are going to be ups and downs along the way, but hopefully we can have a really successful season and have one eye on going up to League One.”
Hunt has made more than 550 career appearances, having signed his first professional contract with Huddersfield Town back in 2009 after progressing through the Terriers’ youth system.
The Rothwell-born defender has gone on to represent Crystal Palace, Barnsley (loan), Nottingham Forest (loan), Rotherham United (loan), Sheffield Wednesday, Bristol City, Bristol Rovers, Stockport County and Wigan, with his next chapter lying in his home county of Yorkshire with the Minstermen.