STRENGTHS:

+ Aerial ability
+ Contested marking
+ Vertical leap
+ Size
+ Upside

IMPROVEMENTS:

- Consistency
- Endurance

The crux of Walsh's game lies in the marking realm, with it being the most eye-catching and fruitful part of his game. Over a third of his average 10.3 WAFL Colts disposals came from marks this year, clunking 3.6 per game with 1.5 of them being contested. He's the type of forward who presents full-chested and attacks the ball hard in the air, either crashing packs or going back with the flight full stretch. Either way, he is consistently able to get hands to the ball and create a contest.

That kind of aerial power lends to his goal kicking prowess. In eight WAFL Colts appearances this season, Walsh booted 13 majors and was held goalless just once. He also snared multiple goals in exactly half of his games, pointing towards consistent scoreboard impact. With his attack on the ball, size (195cm, 89kg) and score involvements, Walsh is a looming presence inside 50. He is nimble enough to get it done at ground level too, despite not necessarily setting the National Draft Combine alight.

In terms of improvement areas, Walsh can certainly work on his endurance and consistency. He ran a 7:16 2km time trial and had a few low-production games this season, with perhaps an uninterrupted run at it required to showcase his full potential. He has less exposure at high levels than most other prospects this year, and is perhaps a late developer who could come on strongly in time. His game is still evolving, as showcased by his role pinch-hitting through the ruck this season.