Jones aiming to keep Edinburgh's success story going

Following in the footsteps of Scott MacLeod, Ross Samson, David Young and Roddy Grant, the 26-year-old is Edinburgh's fifth signing in 2009 and Jones, who has moved from Newcastle, believes he can fulfil his Scotland career goals at Edinburgh.

But the former Borders back, who has agreed a two year contract, acknowledges the sheer magnitude of the task that awaits him; starting first with establishing himself in Edinburgh's back-three.

Jones said: "What Edinburgh did last season was awesome - it was their highest ever finish in the Magners League.

"Edinburgh did not finish second for nothing. The club seems to have kept the same core of players together for a couple of years now and they are starting to deliver results. I want to be part of that success story continuing.

"I wanted to move back to Scotland because I've got aspirations to get into the national squad; I knew from January onwards that I wanted to move to Edinburgh.

"I know that both Chris and Jim are good players and I'm looking forward to the challenge. Chris is a world class kicker, so I fully understand it will be a difficult task to become first choice.

"But I've not just signed to play for Edinburgh; I also want to become Scotland's first choice full-back, so I'm going to give it everything to make the jersey mine."

Jones revealed that it was his relationship with backs coach Rob Moffat, developed on last year's Churchill Cup tour, which triggered off the move.

He added: "I spoke to Rob to see what was happening and he said there might be the possibility of me coming up to Edinburgh, so I was pretty keen for that to happen.

"As soon as I made aware that there was a chance of a move materialising, I definitely wanted to come.

"I worked with Rob on the Scotland 'A' tour last year and I get on very well with him as a person. He is all about player development which is ideal for me at this stage in my career.

"I feel I can improve and become a much better player at Edinburgh. I worked with Andy Robinson as well with Scotland 'A' earlier on in the year and I liked the intensity of his coaching."

Jones also says he is looking forward to being reunited with some of his former Borders team-mates, including British and Irish Lions hooker Ross Ford.

He said: "I'm quite close friends with Ross, Nick De Luca and Scott Newlands, so I'm really looking forward to meeting up with them again."

Formerly with rugby league team, Huddersfield Giants, Jones brings both size and experience to Edinburgh's back three and head coach Andy Robinson believes he will be a sound signing.

Robinson said: "I enjoyed working with Steve for Scotland 'A' and I was impressed with his ability and level of physicality.

"He has a willingness to learn and I'm sure he will develop into a valued member of the Edinburgh squad over the next couple of seasons."

Jones has shown his commitment for the 2009/2010 and now Edinburgh supporters are being encouraged to follow suit by signing up for a great value Season Ticket package.

Junior Season Tickets, for supporters under the age of 18, are available for only £30 which enables the supporter to enjoy 24 hours of top-class rugby action.

For more details, supporters are advised to visit the club's official website, edinburghrugby.org or to call the Scottish Rugby Ticket Centre on 0131 346 5180.