The Cwmbran-born back looked set to be an integral part of the senior ranks last season – and was named captain for the inaugural Celtic Cup – before injury struck.
A broken cheekbone in the opening game of the cup saw him ruled out before an ACL injury also meant an enforced spell on the sidelines.
However, Edwards is now back to full fitness and eager to make up for lost time when the Celtic Cup opens with an away trip to Connacht Eagles on Friday.
“I was a bit unfortunate with injuries last year,” said Edwards. “After the previous season where I played a few senior games, it was incredibly frustrating. Now I’m just looking to turn that around and get some game time.
“It’s been quite a tough pre-season so far – but I’m loving every minute.
“Obviously with my injury I’ve been out for about five months. So now it’s about getting fit again, getting ready and really put my name down for that starting jersey come the first game of the season.”
“The Celtic Cup is a big competition for me,” he added. “It’s a step up again from Welsh Premiership, it’s another leap from that.
“It’s a good stepping stone for a lot of the boys, it’s a young competition so it’s always exciting rugby.
“The boys just go out there and express themselves, so hopefully I’ll get a bit of game time there and impress and then push on with the senior team.”
