Toby Krasna: Composure, creativity and run
There is a lot to like about Toby Krasna when the ball is in his hands.
He is clean below his knees, balanced through traffic and comfortable using the footy aggressively. He can switch the play, take on a kick through the corridor or use his movement to create a better option.
He rarely seems flustered.
The Northern Knights midfielder and wingman has Indigenous heritage and grew up supporting Essendon, which gives Bombers supporters another reason to take an interest.
But the football is appealing enough on its own.
Clean enough have options
Krasna’s ground-ball work is an asset.
He is clean below his knees, including under pressure. That gives him a chance to assess the next action while an opponent is closing, rather than spending that time trying to secure possession.
He gets his head up quickly.
He has good vision and makes good decisions. He is able to identify teammates and space, and he has several ways to deal with the pressure around him.
His sidestep is really good. He can change direction and take the opening when one becomes available.
If he can’t get clear himself, he can ride or absorb contact, keep his hands available and release a teammate............
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