North Melbourne Career
On 25 November 2006 the North Melbourne Football Club selected Aaron Edwards in the 2006 AFL Draft with their sixth round selection (82nd overall pick) effectively giving Edwards a rare second chance at elite level.
In 2007, Edwards began the season solidly, earning himself a spot in the senior side as a leading full-forward in the absence of Nathan Thompson. His game features hard leading and he has managed to kick more than a goal a game on several occasions as well as drawing attention for taking spectacular contested marks including a nomination for the Mark of the Year. Commentators consistently draw comparisons of Aaron Edwards game to Melbourne Demons small forward star Russell Robertson.
During the 2008 season, Edwards broke his leg playing against the Sydney Swans, after which he would miss most of the season and fortunately return in round 20.
Edwards form lapsed, managing just 14 goals from 10 goals in 2009. Despite starting 2010 strongly he was eventually dropped to the VFL before returning to some form for North Ballarat in the reserves, impressing with a seven goal haul and spectacular mark against Collingwood.
In 2011, Edwards has finally cemented his spot in the team with a 6 goal haul against Melbourne and 5 goals against Gold Coast. After round 12, he has kicked 22 goals and only 2 behinds (92%)
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