STRENGTHS:

+ Athleticism
+ Kicking power
+ Leading patterns
+ Overhead marking
+ Running capacity
+ Scoreboard impact

IMPROVEMENTS:

- Consistency
- Strength

Marsh is the kind of forward who is difficult to stop when he gets going. His athletic gifts come together in combination with damaging footballing traits, making for maximum scoreboard impact. His goalkicking record was excellent this year, kicking two per game at SANFL Under 18 level with 10 hauls of multiple goals in 15 appearances. He was even better at the National Championships, topping the charts with 12 in four games, including breakthrough bags of four and five.

It's a relatively straightforward game Marsh plays. Around half of his disposals come from marks, and around half of those touches end up in goals. With his scoring largely fed by that marking ability, it's a good thing he's so prolific in the air. Whether situated deep inside 50 or getting off the chain further afield, Marsh is a steady set shot finisher. He loves to wheel around and go long, but can just as easily go through his routine to extract the full six-point value.

Much of what makes Marsh so difficult to contain is his athleticism. He's quick off the mark, but also has a deep running tank to make repeat leads. While often seen hitting up to centre half-forward, he can crash packs or sit deep and utilise his spring-heeled leap to rise above all comers. It's a wonder he only measured up at 190cm at the draft combine, given he arguably plays taller and can clunk contested grabs. He even spent time rucking for Westies this year.

The Bloods could have done with two of Marsh at times this year. He judges the ball so well in flight and gets active, causing defenders headaches. His raking left-foot kicking is another factor, and if cloning was possible, he'd arguably be the best at knowing where to sit or when to jump at his direct ball use heading inside 50. Marsh's kicking power also means he can score from just about anywhere, backing himself to dob long-range set shots or convert from any angle.

While certainly a consistent goalkicker, Marsh's impact throughout four quarters can be diversified. He has been working on his ground balls and follow-up work, so as to be a threat outside of just his kicking, marking, and scoring. Adding an element of defensive pressure would also help boost his production and keep him involved more consistently. Measuring up at just under key position height, Marsh has developed his one-on-one craft to better deal with defenders physically, holding his base and being stronger in the contest. Continuing to add muscle to his frame will aid that progress.