'A statement signing' - Hednesford Town land prolific forward

The 28-year-old becomes the latest addition to Gavin Hurren’s new-look squad as they prepare for a return to Step 3 following last season's promotion via the NPL West Division play-offs.

Edwards arrives at Keys Park with a proven track record. In 2023/24, he scored an impressive 33 goals in 36 appearances for St Ives Town – including 30 in the league – finishing as the Southern Premier League’s top scorer.

He followed that up with 18 goals across all competitions last season, ending the 2024/25 campaign as Kettering Town’s leading goalscorer.

He made his senior debut with Peterborough United and gained further experience with Hull City, FC Halifax Town and FC Romania.

Hednesford say that their new signing has built a reputation as a "confident, physical striker with a natural eye for goal".

“It was pretty easy to decide to come to Hednesford to be fair, because of the whole project," Edwards said following the move.

"I spoke to a few boys that have been here and people who know the club – everyone had great things to say.

“The ambition, the new pitch, the way the club is run, and the people involved – it all stood out.

"I’m here to bring goals, but I also want to be a handful, link up with players, and be a good person around the place too.

"I’ve set myself a personal target to beat last season’s tally, and I’m ready to get going.”

Hednesford boss Gavin Hurren has hailed Edwards' arrival as a statement signing for the club.

He added: “Over the last few seasons, whenever we’ve come up against teams Jonny’s played in, he’s always been a threat.

"He’s someone you have to plan for, because he makes life difficult for defenders and knows how to score goals.

"He’s a great player and character. It’s exactly the type of person we want in the building. I’m really pleased he’s agreed terms to join us.”