'More bumps in road ahead' for Giants - Kelly

Andy Kelly joined Huddersfield in 2014 as head of youth development

Huddersfield Giants director of rugby Andy Kelly says following the struggling club this season is "not for the faint-hearted".

Kelly, 64, sent an open message to supporters on the club website with the Giants rock-bottom of Super League and without a point.

Thursday's 23-10 reverse at fellow strugglers Salford was their sixth straight defeat in all competitions for the Giants who were also knocked out of the Challenge Cup.

"The performance at Salford was below any of the standards we set and, of all our defeats to date in 2025, the most painful," he said.

"I feel an apology would be a superficial fix but one that, if given, would be sincere. If I believed it would not be necessary again I would gladly give it.

"What I know is this period of time is not for the faint-hearted and needs courage and fortitude."

Kelly said injuries had been a factor in their poor start, but insisted the club would turn their fortunes around and find "top-six consistency".

"We are driven to improve the fortunes and future of this club, but it will not be a short-term thing, and yes we will have bumps in the road," he added.