BRUMMIES SECURE EDWARDS

BIRMINGHAM have confirmed Jason Edwards as their new Rising Star having taken first pick in the selection process this week.

Edwards, who has a good record at Perry Barr, joins the Brummies after previous spells in the ROWE Motor Oil Premiership with King’s Lynn and Sheffield.

Club CEO Nigel Tolley said: “As soon as we saw Jason’s name confirmed on the Rising Star list, we knew who we wanted and we think he’ll be a great fit for the Brummies.

“I really like the way he rides the Perry Barr track and he demonstrated that on his visit with Sheffield in July when he scored 7+2.

“Despite riding the season at No.6, he impressed me whenever I saw him race for them, he’s been coming on nicely year-on-year and I think he’ll blossom even more as Birmingham’s Rising Star.

“On top of that, Jason will be great to have as part of the team; he’s a really friendly lad, he’s always got a smile on his face and the Brummies’ supporters will take him to their hearts.”