Hull FC reached the 2006 Super League Grand final to be contested against St. Helens, and Cooke played stand-off in his side's 4–26 loss.

On 23 April 2007, it was announced that Cooke had signed a three-and-a-half-year deal with Hull Kingston Rovers, taking effect immediately.

The Rugby Football League (RFL) initially blocked this transfer[6] stating that his registration remained with Hull FC.

Some confusion followed amid allegations that he had never signed his contract with Hull FC, despite local media reports at the time to the contrary.

chief executive James Rule said "We will now take time to consider our next steps with regard to potential future civil action" suggesting the Cooke transfer saga may be far from over.

[7] On 12 January 2012 Cooke signed for Championship 1 side Doncaster RLFC, after fans and sponsors agreed to pay half his salary.