Centre, Connor Edwards re-signs for 2025/26

12th May 2025

Doncaster Knights are delighted to share that long serving centre, Connor Edwards will be staying at the club.

Connor Edwards is a proud Welshman and started his rugby playing career in the Welsh Valleys, in the town of Cwmbran. He played his junior rugby at Croesyceiliog RFC. 

At the age of 18 he was selected to join URC side, Newport Dragons. After stellar performances for the Dragons, he was called up to the Welsh U20s squad in 2017. 

After 19 appearances during his time at Rodney Parade, he spent a few loan spells with Championship clubs, Jersey Reds and Hartpury. As he was coming to the end of his time at Newport, in March 2021, he was called into the Knights squad and remained a key player here every since.

As one of the longest reigning players in the team, Connor is a true leader within the group and we are delighted to have him for this upcoming campaign.

Head of recruitment Matt Harland said:

“We are all delighted that Connor has decided to re-sign at the club again for next year. The leadership he shows within the squad, both on and off the pitch is a real asset.

“Connor is a well respected member of the squad, his hard hitting no nonsense approach often means that wherever he leads others will follow. So to have that caliber of player in the squad is brilliant news for the club next season.”