Sheffield Wednesday defender Jack Hunt has described his emotional return to the club as the 'best worst' memory of his career after joining a new team.
What did Hunt say?
Hunt, who rejoined Wednesday in 2026, called the move a mix of excitement and dread. 'It’s the best worst memory I’ve ever had in football,' he told reporters. 'Coming back here feels right, but the pressure is huge.' The defender, who first joined Wednesday’s academy at 16, admitted the club’s recent struggles add to the weight of the moment.
League standing: 24th in the Championship with 0 points from 46 games, 2 wins, 12 draws, and 32 losses. Recent form reads WLLDD, while the Owls sit 95 points behind league leaders Coventry.
Why does this matter for Wednesday?
Hunt’s return highlights the emotional pull of Sheffield Wednesday, even amid a difficult season. The club has conceded 89 goals this term-leaving them with a goal difference of -60. Their last result was a 0-3 home loss to West Brom on 2026-07-11, extending a poor run of form (LWLL in their last four).
'This club means everything to me,' Hunt added. 'But the expectations are sky-high, and the league table shows why.' His comments come as fans debate the club’s direction under current management.
What comes next for Hunt and Wednesday?
Hunt, now 33, is expected to feature regularly as Wednesday push for survival. Their next fixture is a home game against Preston on 2026-07-18-Preston currently sit 14th in the table. With just 2 wins all season, every point counts.
'I know what it takes to stay up,' Hunt said. 'I’ll give everything to help the team.' Wednesday’s survival bid faces an uphill battle, but Hunt’s return could spark a late push.
