He signed for Preston North End for £400,000 in November 2004. At Preston, Sedgwick started to fulfill his potential as a right midfielder under Billy Davies and was an integral part of the side that would reach the playoff final in May 2005 and semi-finals in 2006.
In November 2004, Sedgwick signed for Preston North End for £400,000. Under Billy Davies's guidance at Preston, he began to showcase his skills as a right midfielder and became a key player who helped the team reach the playoff final in May 2005 and semi-finals in 2006.