Clarkson is contracted until the end of 2027, but there are rumours bubbling he may not be afforded the chance to see out that deal. Clarkson was peppered with questions about his future during a 21-minute press conference on Thursday. Clarkson also said he hadn't touched base with president Sonja Hood about his future. Clarkson led North to three wins in 2023, three in 2024 and five last year. "Those clubs ... hang in there and ride the bumps and the waves that go in this very, very chaotic game of ours," Clarkson said.